Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Mummy Floating on Air and a Flying Table! - WW

During 20 Nov - 7 Dec 2008, visitors saw a whole new side to our local museums like never before at the annual Explore Singapore!

I was away on a business trip and so missed lots of exciting events. I managed to attend a self-defence workshop with Vincent Ng and the Wrap! Festival.

I was awed by the magic show performed in public. There was only the chair supporting this Mummy's head!! She was floating in the air!

A member of the audience was asked to hold the corners of this flying table. She took a peek under the table cloth. The table was really flying on its own!


Jeremy performing magic before a roomful of audience at Asian Civilisation Museum

Singapore's Magician Of The Year Jeremy Pei, a 3-time Winner, has been performing magic since the age of 3, after watching his Illusionist Dad perform his Grand Illusion Act.

At the age of 14, he has travelled to many International Magic Conventions and Festivals for Competitions and Performances. Quite an achievement for a young man.





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  1. Pretty Life OnlineTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 8:29:00 PM GMT+8

    Wow! Interesting one... perfect catch for wordless,,, Mine's up too... Happy WW!

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  2. eastcoastlifeTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 8:36:00 PM GMT+8

    Prettylifeonline,
    You're fast and first commentator! :)

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  3. linaTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 9:27:00 PM GMT+8

    I'm thid! :D

    Cool! I love magic show. :-)

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  4. linaTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 9:28:00 PM GMT+8

    aiyoh, so excited, spelling went haywire. I mean Third! :D

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  5. Sweet JasmineTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 9:56:00 PM GMT+8

    Everybody loves magic. Its so mysteriouly thrilling.

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  6. Singapore Short StoriesTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 10:06:00 PM GMT+8

    I missed all these shows too.. a bit surprising that I do not know all these facts as I am a self acclaimed historic buff.

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  7. eastcoastlifeTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 10:42:00 PM GMT+8

    hehe... Lina,
    Rushing to be third ah?

    I was right in front of the stage, trying to see through his tricks. It was such a mystical experience!

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  8. eastcoastlifeTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 10:44:00 PM GMT+8

    sweet Jasmine,
    Oh yes. I love the mystery of magic. I'm still scratching my head, how he did all that.

    I will have to take lessons from him. :)

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  9. eastcoastlifeTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 10:47:00 PM GMT+8

    singaporeshortstories,
    You should sign up at National Heritage Board's website for coming events and exhibitions.

    Sorry, I couldn't publish a post announcing Explore Singapore! then, as I was abroad.

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  10. AnonymousTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 10:56:00 PM GMT+8

    Let's hope one day, Singapore's Magician Of The Year Jeremy Pei will be as famous as illusionist David Copperfield.

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  11. eastcoastlifeTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 10:59:00 PM GMT+8

    stanley,
    Yes, he's still young but talented. Best wishes to him!

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  12. oceanskies79Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 11:34:00 PM GMT+8

    Yeah, I was there that day to catch the magic show. There is now an exhibition at the Science Centre till next year's February, that is titled: Magic: The Science behind Illusion. I am hoping to find time to catch it...

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  13. oceanskies79Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 11:34:00 PM GMT+8

    Here's the link to the exhibition at Singapore Science Centre: http://www.magicexhibition.com.sg/

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  14. eastcoastlifeTuesday, December 16, 2008 at 11:37:00 PM GMT+8

    oceanskies,
    Oh wow! That's awesome! I have to check it out.

    Thanks for the link too.

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  15. Digital Flower PicturesWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 8:24:00 AM GMT+8

    A flying table, that's cool.

    I attended a professional magic show one time. It was thrilling.

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  16. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 10:11:00 AM GMT+8

    Digital Flower Pictures,
    I'm usually curious to find out more when I attend a magic show. I'm also thrilled by a good performance. :)

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  17. yenjai.netWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 10:20:00 AM GMT+8

    ECL
    you didn't volunteer to become the floating lady meh? :P

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  18. LoriWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 11:23:00 AM GMT+8

    Great shots. Very cool..Happy WW:)

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  19. IndraniWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 11:37:00 AM GMT+8

    Wow! Magic show and the table is really flying!
    I would love to see all that.

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  20. elementary historyteacherWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 12:32:00 PM GMT+8

    Wow, that's really interesting. I love to watch magic shows.

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  21. CK NgWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 1:46:00 PM GMT+8

    I always like magic shows but I haven't seen his performance. I should go look for it. Happy WW! :)

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  22. sweetytotsWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 1:55:00 PM GMT+8

    i saw this trick before.. there is actually a stick under the cloth that they use to lift the table up.. see my daughter's Christmas Pictures year 2007 , year 2006 and on Christmas day itself of 2006

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  23. GabrielWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:08:00 PM GMT+8

    Pretty cool, eh? Sweetytots, don't spoil it! :-)

    Happy WW!

    My post, here

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  24. maiylahWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:22:00 PM GMT+8

    wow ... quite a performance!

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  25. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:24:00 PM GMT+8

    yenjai,
    I have to take photographs of this performance, so I cannot volunteer for it. :(

    I definitely would like to experience how it feels to be floating on air.

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  26. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:25:00 PM GMT+8

    Happy WW, Lori!

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  27. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:26:00 PM GMT+8

    Indrani,
    Yes, Jeremy was just holding 2 corners of the table cloth and the table flew!

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  28. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:27:00 PM GMT+8

    Hi elementary history teacher,
    I love to watch magic shows too. :)

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  29. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:29:00 PM GMT+8

    CK II,
    I find magic shows pretty amazing. This is one show that truly awes me!

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  30. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:30:00 PM GMT+8

    Hi sweetytots,
    He uses a stick under the table? I would have to find that out. How does he do it? *scratch head*

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  31. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:31:00 PM GMT+8

    Gabriel,
    Yeah, very cool performance! The kids love it.

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  32. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 2:32:00 PM GMT+8

    maiylah,
    Oh yes, it was a great performance. Every one was thrilled, especially the kids.

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  33. MaRWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 3:14:00 PM GMT+8

    It seems like a great performance, I love magicians's shows!
    C'mon over for coffee, quick!!!
    :)
    Happy ww!

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  34. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 4:02:00 PM GMT+8

    Mar,
    Are you having George over for coffee? I'm coming over!!!

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  35. DoreenWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 4:59:00 PM GMT+8

    Would really love to see his show one day. I have never been to any magic show and really curious about how they do it.

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  36. LifeRamblingsWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 5:15:00 PM GMT+8

    When I was a kid I was fascinated by magic tricks and those magic shows conducted by David copperfield were creative and awesome.

    i hope to see Jeremy's work one day.

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  37. Napaboaniya.Elaine LingWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 5:19:00 PM GMT+8

    Magic stunts never fail to amaze me!! :P

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  38. GattinaWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 5:54:00 PM GMT+8

    That must have been funny ! I always ask myself how they do that !

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  39. jams o donnellWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 6:28:00 PM GMT+8

    Now that looked like a lot of fun!

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  40. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 6:32:00 PM GMT+8

    Doreen,
    The magician is so fast with his hands. In the end I'm like eyes wide and mouth open! haha....

    Have to pay to learn how to do it lah.

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  41. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 6:33:00 PM GMT+8

    Life Ramblings,
    I'm still fascinated with magic tricks.... not with David Copperfield anymore. hehe...

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  42. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 6:33:00 PM GMT+8

    Napaboaniya,
    You also like magic stunts ah!

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  43. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 6:34:00 PM GMT+8

    Gattina,
    I'm still wondering to this day. :)

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  44. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 6:34:00 PM GMT+8

    jams,
    Yes, loads of fun!

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  45. KokWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 9:46:00 PM GMT+8

    ECL,
    I wanna learn magic! Jeremy wanna take student not?:P

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  46. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 9:49:00 PM GMT+8

    Kok,
    He has a DVD on how to perform magic tricks. So I presume he teaches. :)

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  47. stanWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 10:21:00 PM GMT+8

    these magic shows....hmmm...I'm always a sceptic until I see it w my own eyes. :P

    OH, the chicken biscuits. No I dint get any coz I didnt know how they tasted until my gp bot 2 boxes to try together. I wil sure choeng to get them at my next trip!

    still trying to find time off after 2 trips to do that thing w U (and that form application admists work and packing my books and clothes - still valid?)

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  48. eastcoastlifeWednesday, December 17, 2008 at 10:28:00 PM GMT+8

    sho,
    Quite difficult to catch them also. Just enjoy lor. It's supposed to be entertaining.

    aiyahhhh.... no chicken biscuits ah! They are delicious!

    Send in the application form. Still valid. :)

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  49. foongpcThursday, December 18, 2008 at 12:51:00 AM GMT+8

    How did the magicians do that? Making humans and things float in the air? I would love to learn the secret too! : )

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  50. StephanieThursday, December 18, 2008 at 1:29:00 AM GMT+8

    Wow, sounds like he's one busy 14-year-old!

    If you'd like to stop by, my WW post is here: http://tinyurl.com/5lup3b.

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  51. AnonymousThursday, December 18, 2008 at 1:41:00 AM GMT+8

    Some months ago I remember reading an article in the Straits Times of an illusionist(cannot recall his name) who was able to make himself disappear from the ground floor of Raffles City and re-appear immediately on the roof top of the same building. This was mind boggling act.

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  52. MonicaThursday, December 18, 2008 at 2:03:00 AM GMT+8

    Hi EastCoastLife! wow..that's amazing! I love watching magic shows too..;-)

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  53. MariucaThursday, December 18, 2008 at 3:16:00 AM GMT+8

    WOW floating in the air??? I'm oso impressed! :)

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  54. MariucaThursday, December 18, 2008 at 3:17:00 AM GMT+8

    Dropping EC here today, happy Thursday dear! :)

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  55. DaisyThursday, December 18, 2008 at 6:15:00 AM GMT+8

    I love magic! I am trying to learn some tricks, but I only know how to play with cards.

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  56. PLANET EXHIBITIONThursday, December 18, 2008 at 10:48:00 AM GMT+8

    Nice blog...
    Greeting from Indonesia, Global Exhibition & Tips, please visit us at http://planet-exhibition.blogspot.com

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  57. MetzThursday, December 18, 2008 at 11:32:00 AM GMT+8

    Ohhh that is so wickedly coool :) reminds me of david blaine hehehe :)

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  58. escapeThursday, December 18, 2008 at 4:59:00 PM GMT+8

    the movie "The Prestigge" made me really enjoy magic.

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  59. AnonymousThursday, December 18, 2008 at 5:06:00 PM GMT+8

    Hi eastcoastlife,

    You're such a sport. Whatelse would you not get yourself into? LOL!

    Now, hurry over - I left you a message at:

    http://dfoolonthehill.com/?p=1188

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  60. LillyThursday, December 18, 2008 at 6:27:00 PM GMT+8

    I love magic - never get sick of it. I would love to see this guy in action.

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  61. oceanskies79Thursday, December 18, 2008 at 9:34:00 PM GMT+8

    I am contemplating of visiting the Science Centre tomorrow if everything goes well. :)

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  62. Susan DemeterThursday, December 18, 2008 at 10:19:00 PM GMT+8

    I LOVE magic :) Happy belated WW :)

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  63. AnonymousThursday, December 18, 2008 at 10:26:00 PM GMT+8

    Wow! looks like fun workout.

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  64. AnonymousThursday, December 18, 2008 at 10:42:00 PM GMT+8

    Wow that's so cool! I never get tired of watching magic. Love it!!!

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  65. AnonymousFriday, December 19, 2008 at 12:19:00 AM GMT+8

    This has got to be ... magic!

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  66. AnonymousFriday, December 19, 2008 at 4:02:00 AM GMT+8

    I havent seen one of those shows they look very interesting

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  67. MakoyFriday, December 19, 2008 at 9:49:00 AM GMT+8

    hi there from a Filipino here in Singapore. nice site :)

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  68. Heart of RachelSaturday, December 20, 2008 at 2:18:00 PM GMT+8

    Cool magic tricks.

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