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Milton Woodward

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Milton Woodward
BornJ. Milton Woodward
circa 1902
DiedFebruary 23, 1964 (age 61)
Warwickshire, England

Milton "Jack" Woodward (c.1902-1964) was a professional magician who toured in variety and became famous for his Wonder Bar act, which he performed with Millicent Cooper as "Woodward and Cooper."

Biography

His Wonder Bar act consisted of producing any drink requested, while his assistant Cooper made made 16 costume changes. [1]

He became a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians in 1961. Woodward was elected president of the British Ring at their annual convention in 1963, but died in office before he could complete his year.

A publicity photo can be seen at the Conjuring Arts' online exhibit "The Many Faces of Magic."[2]

References

  1. Broken Wand, Linking Ring April 1964
  2. http://conjuringarts.org/exhibitions/the-many-faces-of-magic/milton-woodward-millicent-cooper/