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== Dean of the Society of American Magicians (S.A.M.) ==
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[[George Schindler]] is a seasoned entertainer specializing in corporate magic, trade shows, and sales meetings.  Known in the whole magic world as ''Mr. Showbiz''.
   
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Known in the whole magic world as ''Mr. Showbiz'', George Schindler has been named '''''Dean of the Society of American Magicians''''', a lifetime appointment. Past Deans include [[Harry Kellar]] (the first Dean), [[Frederick Eugene Powell]], [[Al Baker]], [[Jean Hugard]], [[Herman Hanson]], [[Werner Dornfield]], H. Adrian Smith and most recently, Jay Marshall. George not only loves magic, he loves to entertain. He lives to bring a touch of magic and a bit of humor to the lives of others.
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A seasoned entertainer specializing in corporate magic, trade shows, and sales meetings, George is a talented actor and comedian who combines drama, illusion, and humor with solid  business strategies to enhance the special events of  his corporate clients. However, George Schindler’s talents extend far beyond the corporate arena.
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George has appeared movies such as ''Shandu the Great'', in Woody Allen’s “New York Stories” and produced his own “World of Illusion” show.  He was a consultant to David Mamet on “Oh Hell!” and the New York Opera Company’s
 
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George, who loves theater and acing, starred as ''Shandu the Great'' in Woody Allen’s “New York Stories” and produced his own “World of Illusion” show.  He was a consultant tp David Mamet on “Oh Hell!” and the New York Opera Company’s
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presentation of “The Consul”   
 
presentation of “The Consul”   
  
George is always in demand for his close-up magic performances, and he and his charming wife Nina are always ready to perform their popular club-date” act.  Despite a busy performing schedule, he has found time to write numerous books, including ''Magic With Everyday Objects'', ''Basic Balloon Sculpture'', ''Presto! Magic for the Beginner'', and ''Ventriloquism--Magic With Your Voice''. He also co-authored the best selling ''Magic With Cards'' with Frank Garcia.  In 1973, he became co-founder of the '''School For Magicians'''.  George has also lectured for magicians throughout the United States, England , Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Austria and Australia.  George and Nina are internationally recognized for their expertise in magic and the performing arts and have received the prestigious Christopher Award for Lifetime Achievement in Magic.
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George has writen numerous books, including ''Magic With Everyday Objects'', ''Basic Balloon Sculpture'', ''Presto! Magic for the Beginner'', and ''Ventriloquism--Magic With Your Voice''. He also co-authored the best selling ''Magic With Cards'' with Frank Garcia.   
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In 1973, he became co-founder of the '''School For Magicians'''.   
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George received the prestigious Christopher Award for Lifetime Achievement in Magic.
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== Dean of the Society of American Magicians (S.A.M.) ==
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George Schindler is currently the '''''Dean of the Society of American Magicians''''', a lifetime appointment.  Past Deans include [[Harry Kellar]] (the first Dean), [[Frederick Eugene Powell]], [[Al Baker]], [[Jean Hugard]], [[Herman Hanson]], [[Werner Dornfield]], H. Adrian Smith and most recently, Jay Marshall.
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==See also==  
 
==See also==  
 
*[http://www.magicsam.com/georgedean.asp Dean of the Society of American Magicians]
 
*[http://www.magicsam.com/georgedean.asp Dean of the Society of American Magicians]
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[[Category:Biographies|Schindler, George]]
 
[[Category:Biographies|Schindler, George]]

Revision as of 19:15, 31 May 2008

George Schindler is a seasoned entertainer specializing in corporate magic, trade shows, and sales meetings. Known in the whole magic world as Mr. Showbiz.

George has appeared movies such as Shandu the Great, in Woody Allen’s “New York Stories” and produced his own “World of Illusion” show. He was a consultant to David Mamet on “Oh Hell!” and the New York Opera Company’s presentation of “The Consul”

George has writen numerous books, including Magic With Everyday Objects, Basic Balloon Sculpture, Presto! Magic for the Beginner, and Ventriloquism--Magic With Your Voice. He also co-authored the best selling Magic With Cards with Frank Garcia.

In 1973, he became co-founder of the School For Magicians.

George received the prestigious Christopher Award for Lifetime Achievement in Magic.

Dean of the Society of American Magicians (S.A.M.)

George Schindler is currently the Dean of the Society of American Magicians, a lifetime appointment. Past Deans include Harry Kellar (the first Dean), Frederick Eugene Powell, Al Baker, Jean Hugard, Herman Hanson, Werner Dornfield, H. Adrian Smith and most recently, Jay Marshall.


See also