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Michael Stroud
| Michael Stroud | |
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| Born | Michael Stroud April 29, 1967 Ohio |
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| Died | March 5 2024 (age 56) |
| Notable works | co-author KLUTZ Book of Magic |
| Known for | Bian Lian, Oriental Mask Changing |
| Awards | PCAM 1987 Convention First Place Most Novel & Innovative |
| Categories | Books by Michael Stroud |
Michael 'Majinga' Stroud (b.1967-d.2024) was an American Magician and author who specialized in theatrical stage magic, and most especially specialized in charming his audiences.
Biography
Michael Stroud, known previously as Magic Mike and later as Majinga the Magician. He was one of the busiest family entertainers in the San Fransisco area. [1] Michael's interest in magic began as a child of ten when two german magicians entertained him during a flight. By age 11 he had presented his first show. Later, magician Wayne Raeke from the Jokers Wild Magic Shop became his first Magic Mentor. Stroud is co-author of the best selling Klutz Book of Magic and the Rubber Chicken Book, also by Klutz. Michael is well known for his Bian Lian Mask Act. [2]
Awards and Honors
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Bibliography
- Klutz Book of Magic, (1989) co-author
- Rubber Chicken Book, (1995) Klutz publisher, co-author
References
- ↑ MAGIC Magazine, September 2000, pg 79
- ↑ https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3066831/chinese-art-face-changing-bian-lian-real-life
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