On other parts of the schedule, you will find the names of Stan Allen and Mike Caveny. Both of these guys were in the Long Beach Mystics and became fine performers and authorities on their own, but I remember them from the big shows we did in 1968, 1969 and 1971. They worked as assistants on those shows. Also listed is James Hamilton who was one of our best friends in the last magic years and still does his "Alexander" act in San Fransisco. I have not heard from these fellows in a number of years, like I said I have been out of the Magic Scene for almost two decades. I do know that they continue to thrive and my Dad was always proud to see how well they were doing. "Nino" is listed as the protege of Frakson. Nino was a buddy of my Dads who always seemed to be around. I have no idea what became of him.
I also have a couple of tickets to the show. It took place on my Dad's 60th birthday. I don't think he did any major performances after this point. He continued to do some small club dates and the Pick Pocket Act. I know he also did close up at parties after this, but I don't think he ever did a full stage show after that year. He had already begun to have some trouble remembering his routines.
Hello Richard, I was your Dad's assistant starting in the late 60's. My husband Bill Keeler and I both assisted Kirk Kirkham! That's me in the Thurston Sawing and on stage with Bill (wearing glasses)in the photos in the Kirk Kirkham "For the Love of Magic" February issue of Magic Magazine. Kirk would make a standing statement before performing the Thurston Sawing, offering a reward of one million dollars for anyone who could prove he used two girls, as you well know, he could never lose the bet! We have fond memories working with Kirk and Phyllis, they were a great team together and left a lasting impression in the magic world! I keep in touch with my dear friend Nino who still resides in Los Angeles. Connie Keeler McLeod
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