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The International Federation of Magic Societies (FISM) (Fédération Internationale des Sociétés Magiques) was founded on September 5, 1948, and is one of the most respected organizations in the magic community. It is an international body coordinating dozens of national and international clubs and federations around the world. Together these clubs represent approximately 80,000 magicians from 50 countries and 110 member organizations as of 2022.[1] The organization hosts a self-named "FISM" conference every three years, where magicians compete for "Best of" categories. The most recent FISM was in 2022, held in Quebec City, Canada.[2] Founded in 1948, it is one of the most recognized magic organizations in the magic circle. The FISM organizes a worldwide magic convention every three years. The member organizations fight for the right to host. Top magicians from all over the world will compete for the title of "World Magic Champion". Prior to this, various regions will hold regional selections. FISM Europe, FISM Asia, FISM North America, FISM Latin America, FISM Africa, FISM Oceania, and member organizations have the quotas recommended by their regional selection committees.

History

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The roots of the FISM began in Paris, France, in 1937, at a meeting of the 34-year-old ASAP, Association Syndicale des Artistes Prestidigitateurs (Association of prestidigitation artists), which had a monthly magazine Le Journal de la Prestidigitation. The group's vice-president, Dr. Jules Dhotel, wanted the ASAP to produce an international convention in Paris in October 1939, and then proceed to have the convention in a different country each year. Plans proceeded, but when the Nazis invaded Poland in September 1939, the convention was cancelled. After World War II, progress resumed. In 1946, a hotel in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, hosted an International Congress of Magicians, with over 300 registrants from around Europe. There were lectures, exhibits of antique books and apparatus, tours of Amsterdam, a public show, and a contest in which 20 magicians took part. There were no categories, so only one set of awards. First prize went to amateur French magician Jean Valton, for an exceptional routine of card juggling and manipulation; second went to Scotland's amateur magician John Ramsay, and third to a professional husband-wife duo, De Flezkis, who combined magic and dance.

The 1947 "Congrès Magique International" brought in 500 attendees from 18 countries, and 70 participants in the competition. Meetings at that convention were held to discuss the creation of a formal international organization, and that was where the FISM title was proposed. While details were worked out, the "Congrès" conventions continued annually.

Mission

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FISM's stated aim is to create a centralized "voice" for the magic world and to help develop, elevate, and promote the art of magic. It coordinates activities of member societies and encourages communication between them, as well as the exchange of services. It has a corporate identity and a team of professional marketers. It also serves a capacity in the realm of intellectual property, fighting against the copying or inappropriate release of magical inventions or routines.

Board of directors

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The International President and two International Vice Presidents constitute the BOARD OF DIRECTORS.

At the General Assembly in Quebec City FISM WCM 2022 was elected the new BoD:

  • FISM International President: Andrea Baioni
  • FISM International Vice President (General Affairs): Satoru Yamamoto
  • FISM International Vice President (Finance): Peter Din

Dear FISM 2025 Potential attendees I feel compelled to share my experience regarding FISM 2025, especially for those considering attending this supposedly prestigious event. As someone who has enjoyed the wonders of magic conventions, including FISM in Quebec City in 2022, I want to ensure my fellow magicians and magic enthusiasts are aware of significant changes and potential pitfalls that have emerged with the upcoming FISM 2025, and any of the other FISM conventions that may occur in the future. First and foremost, the refund policy has raised serious concerns. Initially, on the FISM website, attendees are not informed that no refunds would be issued if that issue was needed by the attendees. When my wife Elaine and I found ourselves needing to cancel due to both of us having medical reasons, we were initially met with a glimmer of hope from the FISM representative(s) about getting a refund. The FISM Representative Angela Signoretti agreed to refund us $1,900, contingent upon providing medical documentation from our family doctor. We complied promptly, sending the required notes to Angela Signoretti the FISM representative in charge of registration who made the promise of a refund, and we even sent copies of the doctors medical notes for both of us to Andrea Baioni, the FISM President and other FISM representatives. However, since submitting our medical documentation, we have experienced radio silence. Despite numerous follow-up emails over days we have not received replies as to the confirmation or receipt of the medical documents to say nothing of a refund. We have been completely ghosted by representatives of FISM. This lack of communication is not only frustrating but also raises questions about the transparency and integrity, or the legitimacy of the FISM organization. Moreover, it appears upon further examination of the area in Turin that FISM has taken control of the hotel accommodations in the area surrounding the convention for 2025. Reports indicate that they have reserved nearly all available rooms and are now directing attendees to a travel agent listed on their website who demands full payment upfront to secure a booking with a no refund policy for the hotel rooms so booking a hotel reservation by calling the hotel is out of the question. . This creates a daunting barrier for those who may be on a budget or are uncertain about their travel plans. Additionally, there are troubling rumors about the availability of direct flights to Turin, Italy, which may force attendees to fly into Milan and deal with further travel logistics. These issues have left a sour taste in my mouth regarding the FISM organization and its representatives and the transparency of FISM Representatives.. The lack of clarity, poor communication, and seemingly exploitative practices have led me to the conclusion that Elaine & I will not attend another FISM event in the future. I urge anyone considering attending FISM 2025 to proceed with caution. Be aware of the potential hurdles and frustrations that may lie ahead, and don’t rely on the FISM reps to come to the resue they have not for us and they won’t for you. While the world of magic is meant to be a place of wonder and joy, the current state of affairs with FISM has cast a shadow over that experience. Protect yourself, do your due diligence, and weigh the pros and cons carefully before committing to an event like FISM 2025 that may not live up to your expectations with regards to clarity. Ultimately, magic should be celebrated in a manner that is inclusive and transparent, and it’s crucial that we advocate for those values within our community. Let’s ensure that our magic gatherings are about connection, creativity, and camaraderie, not about navigating a minefield of bureaucratic obstacles. Stay informed and make choices that honor the spirit of our beloved art. I believe Magic Live in Las Vegas should be the model for all magic conventions to strive for.

Convention

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The FISM is probably best known for conducting one of the premier magic conventions in the world, the triennial "World Championship of Magic" (WCM).

Fred Kaps is the only three-time winner of the grand prize (1950, 1955, 1961).[3]

The 2000 convention was held in Lisbon, Portugal, where the Grand-Prix award in stage magic was won by Scott & Muriel from Netherlands.[4]

The 2003 convention was held in The Hague, Netherlands, where the Grand-Prix award in close-up magic was won by Jason Latimer from the US, and the Grand Prix award in the stage magic division was won by Norbert Ferré from France.[4]

The 2006 convention was held in Stockholm, Sweden, where the Grand-Prix award in close-up magic was won by Rick Merrill from the US, and the Grand Prix award in the stage magic division was won by Pilou from France.[4]

The 2009 convention was held in Beijing, China, where the Grand-Prix award in close-up magic was won by Shawn Farquhar from Canada, and the Grand Prix award in the stage magic division was won by Soma from Hungary.[4]

FISM WCM 2012 was held in Blackpool, England:[5] Grand Prix Stage: Yu Ho Jin (South Korea) - Grand Prix Close-up: Yann Frisch (France)

FISM WCM 2015 was held in Rimini, Italy, where the Grand Prix award in Stage was won by Hector Mancha (Spain) and Grand Prix Close-up was won by Pierric (Switzerland)

FISM WCM 2018 was held in Busan, South Korea, Grand Prix Stage: Miguel Muñoz (Spain), Grand Prix Close-up: Eric Chien (Taiwan)

FISM WCM 2022 was held in Quebec City, Canada, where the Grand Prix awards were won by Laurent Piron and Simon Coronel

Winners

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2022

  • Grand Prix Stage: Laurent Piron (Belgium)
  • Grand Prix Close-up: Simon Coronel (USA)
  • Manipulation: Tie: Artem Shchukin (Russia), Junwoo Park (Korea)
  • General Magic: Laurent Piron (Belgium)
  • Invention Award Stage: Tie: Zhu Mingzhu (China), HJ (Taiwan), Ramó & Alegría (Spain)
  • Invention Award Close-up: Tie: Martin Eisele (Germany), Daniel Mormina (Argentina)
  • Micromagic: Tie: Simon Coronel (USA), Luis Olmedo (Spain)
  • Card magic: Markobi (France)
  • Parlour: Shoot Ogawa (USA)
  • Stage Illusions: Yunke (Spain)
  • Mentalism: Anca & Lucca (Austria)
  • Most Original Close-up Act: Gleb (Lithuania)
  • Most Original Stage Act: Ding Yang (China)
  • Comedy Magic: Mortenn Christiansen (Denmark)
  • Special awards:
    • Creativity & Artistic Vision: Topas (Germany)
    • History & Research: Richard Kaufman (USA)
    • Theory & Philosophy: Dani DaOrtiz (Spain)

2018

  • Grand Prix Stage: Miguel Muñoz (Spain)
  • Grand Prix Close-up: Eric Chien (Taiwan)
  • Manipulation: Tie: Ha Lim An (Korea), Florian Sainvet (France)
  • General Magic: Miguel Muñoz (Spain)
  • Invention: Tie: Javier Botia (Spain), Han Manho (Korea)
  • Micromagic: Eric Chien (Taiwan)
  • Card magic: Bill Cheung (China)
  • Parlour: Marc Weide (Germany)
  • Stage Illusions: (no winner)
  • Mentalism: Javier Botia (Spain)
  • Most Original Close-up Act: DK (Korea)
  • Most Original Stage Act: Sangsoon Kim (Korea)
  • Comedy Magic: (no winner)
  • Special awards:

2015[6]

  • Grand Prix Stage: Héctor Mancha (Spain)
  • Grand Prix Close-up: Pierric (Switzerland)
  • Manipulation: Héctor Mancha (Spain)
  • General Magic: Young-Min Kim (Korea)
  • Invention: Tie: Daniel Collado (Spain), Antonio Romero (Spain), Semba (Argentina)
  • Micromagic: (no winner)
  • Card magic: Tie: Horret Wu (Taiwan), Shin Lim (Canada)
  • Parlour: Pierric (Switzerland)
  • Stage Illusions: (no winner)
  • Mentalism: Thommy Ten & Amelie (Austria)
  • Most Original Close-up Act: DK (Korea)
  • Most Original Stage Act: Yann Frisch (France)
  • Comedy Magic: (no winner)
  • Special awards:

2012[5][7]

  • Grand Prix Stage: Yu Ho Jin (South Korea)
  • Grand Prix Close-up: Yann Frisch (France)
  • Manipulation: Yu Ho Jin (Korea)
  • General Magic: Marko Karvo (Finland)
  • Invention Award Close-up: Tango (Argentina)
  • Invention Award Stage: Haon Gun (Korea)[8]
  • Micromagic: Andost (USA)
  • Cards: Jan Logemann (Germany)
  • Parlour: Yann Frisch (France)
  • Illusions: Marcel Prince of Illusions (Netherlands)
  • Mentalism: (no winner this year)
  • Most Original Close-up Act: Simon Coronel (Australia)
  • Most Original Stage Act: Ted Kim (South Korea)
  • Comedy Magic: Doble Mandoble (Belgium)
  • Special awards:

2009[4][9]

  • Grand Prix Stage: Soma (Hungary)
  • Grand Prix Close-up: Shawn Farquhar (Canada)
  • Manipulation (tie for first place): Yo Kato (Japan) and Han Seoi-Hui (Republic of Korea)
  • General Magic: Soma (Hungary)
  • Invention: Jorge Luengo (Spain)
  • Micromagic: (no winner this year)
  • Cards: Shawn Farquhar (Canada)
  • Parlour Magic: Marc Oberon (England)
  • Stage Illusions: Julius Frack (Germany)
  • Mentalism: (no winner this year)
  • Most Original Act: Charming Choi (Republic of Korea)
  • Comedy: (no winner this year)

2006[4]

2003[4]

2000[4]

  • Grand Prix: Scott the Magician & Muriel (The Netherlands)

1997[4]

  • Grand Prix: Ivan Necheporenko (Russia)

1994[4]

  • Grand Prix: Franklin (Germany)

1991[4]

  • Grand Prix: Vladimir Danilin (Russia)

1988[4]

1985[4]

  • Grand Prix: Javier & Ana (Spain)

1982[4]

1979[4]

  • Grand Prix: tie: Ger Copper (The Netherlands), Sultangali Shukurov & Sara Kabigujina (Russia)

1976[4]

  • Grand Prix: Pierre Brahma (France)

1973[4]

  • Grand Prix: Richard Ross (The Netherlands)

1970[4]

  • Grand Prix: Richard Ross (The Netherlands)

1967[4]

  • Grand Prix: Di Sato (Harry Thiery) (The Netherlands)

1964[4]

  • Grand Prix: tie: Mr Cox (Germany), Pierre Brahma (France)

1961[4]

Member organizations

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Member Societies are organizationally grouped into six Continental Divisions.[10]

References

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  1. ^ "Welcome". fism.org. Retrieved 29 November 2015. consists of 95 magic societies which represent over 50,000 magicians from some 50 countries
  2. ^ "World Championships of Magic". fism.org. Retrieved 7 April 2018.
  3. ^ FISM Grand Prix World Champions Archived 2 April 2007 at the Wayback Machine
  4. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u "FISM Winners – 2000 to 2009". fism.org. Retrieved 29 November 2015.
  5. ^ a b "FISM 2012 draws to a close". Archived from the original on 8 December 2015. Retrieved 23 December 2012.
  6. ^ "FISM Winners – 2012 onwards". Archived from the original on 25 September 2017. Retrieved 19 February 2017.
  7. ^ "FISM Winners – 2012 onwards". fism.org. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 29 November 2015.
  8. ^ "Final results - FISM 2012" (PDF). FISM. July 2012. Archived from the original (PDF) on 14 July 2014. Retrieved 29 November 2015.
  9. ^ "Magic Convention Guide » Blog Archive » FISM 2009 – Full Winners List". www.magicconventionguide.com. Retrieved 29 November 2015.
  10. ^ "Member Societies".
  11. ^ http://wasm.com.au/
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