Indonesian Magician in Batik and Blangkon (head wear) in Asian Magic Association Magic Convnetion

Silvan Prayogo, Indonesian Magician from Semarang city, Central Java Province, Indonesia performed a magic show in the Asian Stars of Magic (the 9th Asian Magic Association Magic Convention) in Davao, Philippines (15th of September 2012). 

An Indonesian Magician Performed A Magic Show in The 9th AMA Convention

An Indonesian Magician Performed A Magic Show in The 9th Asian Magic Association Magic Convention

"An Indonesian magician wore Batik shirt and Magical Blangkon (Indonesian head wear) during his magic show in the Asian Stars of Magic, the 9th Asian Magic Association magic convention."

Author: Silvan Prayogo, President of Java Magic (Indonesian Magicianfrom Semarang city)

Published: 1st of October 2012, Monday

The 9^th Asian Magic Association Convention commenced on Friday afternoon, the 14^th of September 2012. Davao City Mayor Sara Z. Duterte’s welcome speech officially opened the magic convention. The mayor made the opening ceremony magical when red flowers instantly bloomed from a green plant as she slowly waved a fan over it.  The opening ceremony introduced the presidents of each magic organization in Asian Magic Association (AMA) and the guest star performers for the Asian Stars of Magic. Conventioneers were entertained with traditional Philippines dances and music while enjoying delicious lunch buffet from the Davao City Mayor.

Silvan Prayogo (Indonesian Magician from Semarang City, Central Java Province) wears Magical Blangkon during his show at Asian Stars of Magic (15th of September 2012)

The Close Up Magic Competition began soon after the opening ceremony.AMA General Secretary Albert Tam and Convention Chairman Cris Castro officially opened the magic competition. Magic Competition in the 9^th AMA Magic Convention consisted of Close Up Magic, Stage Magic, and Junior (Youth) Magic Cup. Six Filipino magicians participated in the Close Up Magic Competition. On September 15, seventeen magicians (two Taiwanese magicians, two South Korean magicians, and the remaining were Filipino magicians) participated in Stage Magic Competition. Three Thai magicians, two Filipino magicians, and a Malaysian magician competed for the Junior (Youth) Magic Cup on September 16.

Silvan Prayogo (magician from Central Java province) shows the order of performance for the Asian Stars of Magic

Java Magic Went Behind The Scene of The 9th AMA Convention

Java Magic Went Behind The Scene of The 9th AMA Convention

Author: Silvan Prayogo, President of Java Magic (Indonesian Magician from Semarang city)

Published: 1st of October 2012, Monday

Traditional Philippine lunch with Mr. James Infiesto's family (10th of September 2012, Davao city)

The 9th Asian Magic Association Convention was the first Asian Magic Association (AMA) magic convention in the Philippines. Filipino magicians were proud of this international convention. The magic convention was hosted by the Inner Magic Club (IMC) in Davao city from the 14^th until the 17^th of September 2012. I was privileged to see the 9th AMA Convention preparation.

Silvan Prayogo (Indonesian Magician) posed next to The Asian Stars of Magic poster in front of Blue Tree Fashion Boutique (the temporary office for Bonjee Entertainment Services) [10 September 20120]

The 9th AMA Magic Convention in Davao, Philippines

The 9th AMA Magic Convention in Davao, Philippines, is going to be awesome. Register now and enjoy the great magic shows by world class magicians. Find out more at www.asianmagicdavao.com. Don't miss out. It will be on the 14th up to the 17th of September 2012. 

Asian Stars of Magic, the 14th - 15th of September 2012, 20:00, in Davao City, Philippines. Silvan Prayogo, the Indonesian magician from Semarang city, Central Java province will perform a magic show here

You may also directly contact James Infiesto:

Email: waigeeboy@yahoo.com

Mobile phone number: +63 910 204 1199

This announcement was posted by Silvan Prayogo, Indonesian magician from Semarang city, Central Java Province, Indonesia.

[Pengumuman ini dipublikasikan oleh Silvan Prayogo, pesulap Semarang dari Jawa Tengah].

Silvan Prayogo Resigned From Semarang Magic Community

Silvan Prayogo Resigned From Semarang Magic Community

I, Silvan Prayogo, had been a member of Semarang Magic Community (SMC) since the 27th of July 2010 and was elected as the captain of Semarang Magic Community on July 2011. I resigned from Semarang Magic Community on the seventh of July 2012 and therefore effectively ended my service as their captain. I also no longer participate in the management of SMC's Facebook and Twitter since my resignation.

SMC has made great progress and achievements in its two years of existence, aside from regular gatherings and magic show events, such as:

• The first Indonesian magic organization to have an official and well - managed website.
• The first Indonesian magic organization to have official and well - managed internet social medias.
• The first Indonesian magic organization to attend AMA - FISM general board meeting to apply for an AMA membership.
• The first Indonesian magic organization to host a magic convention in Indonesia with an overseas magic organization. Hence, Garuda Merlion Magic Convention with IBM 115 Singapore.
• The first Indonesian magic organization to host the most economical magic convention with an overseas magic organization in Indonesia. Two - days magic convention (with dinner) at a cost of Rp. 100 000 ($USD 11) for SMC members and Rp. 150 000 ($USD 16) for non - SMC members.

Hopefully SMC may progress further with better dedication from its members.

You may directly contact me for any inquiries:

Email: thegreatsilvan@gmail.com

Facebook / Google Search: Silvan Prayogo

Blog: www.silvan.blogdetik.com OR www.silvanmagic.blogspot.com 

Mobile phone number: +62 811 272 6533 or +62 8174 174 770

Thank you very much to all of you (SMC members and non - SMC members, magicians and non - magicians) who showed great support and appreciation during my leadership.

Best regards,

SILVAN PRAYOGO

Silvan Prayogo On Air At Sonora 98.9 FM

On the 20th of May 2012, Sunday, 16:00, Silvan Prayogo went for an on air live interview with Sonora 98.9 FM Semarang Pemuda Street, Semarang City, Central Java. The interview was about magic and Semarang Magic Community (Komunitas Sulap Semarang).

Preparing for a radio interview

Silvan Prayogo, Indonesian Magician, taught the radio broadcaster how to fan a deck of card

Silvan Prayogo, Semarang Magic Community Captain 2011 - 2012 Posed During Commercial Break

Silvan Prayogo performed ball magic show during interview

Nurul, Ita, Silvan Prayogo

Semarang Magic Community Magic Show at Trangkil Sugar Factory

SemarangMagic Community Magic Show at Trangkil Sugar Factory

Author: Silvan Prayogo, BSc., MSc. Biotech (Semarang Magic Community Captain 2011 - 2012)

Last update: 30 April 2012, Monday

Semarang Magic Community was great honored to perform magic shows at Trangkil Sugar Factory in Pati city, Central Java Province, Indonesia on the 28th of April 2012, Saturday, from 20:15 up to 21:15.

Silvan Prayogo, captain of Semarang Magic Community (2011 - 2012)

Trangkil Sugar Factory held Selamatan Giling (thanksgiving celebration for sugar milling). The event presented various entertainment for the factory's employee and their families. Public audiences were also welcome (mainly residence of Trangkil village).

Silvan Prayogo, Indonesian magician performed a magic show in Trangkil Sugar Factory

Dr. Harry Prayogo, D'Rowman Romiruz, Ferdian Rahardjo, and Silvan Prayogo performed magic shows on behalf of Semarang Magic Community. We departed from Mitra Laboratory Clinic at 11:30 am on the 28th of April 2012. Then, we had a great lunch at Rahayu Restaurant in Demak at 13:00. Despite the heavy traffic, we arrived in Pati city at 14:45. We toured around the tranquil Pati city.

Silvan Prayogo, Central Java Magician entertained children at Pati

We took an hour rest in Kencana Hotel (Pati city) before we headed to Trangkil Sugar Factory. We arrived at the factory by 17:20. The helpful staffs of Trangkil Sugar Factory immediately welcome us and assisted us in preparation for the magic show. The staffs let us prepare in their huge laboratory, next to the stage.

Silvan Prayogo, Semarang Magician performed a magic show in Trangkil Sugar Factory

After a series of dances and songs, our turn to entertain came at 20:15. Silvan Prayogo was the first Semarang magician to perform. He produced a sword from a silk and several more fantastic magic shows with dice, coins, and the feather rings. Silvan Prayogo also invited a boy among the audiences to help him capture a dragon.

Then, D'Rowman Romiruz replaced Silvan Prayogo's spot and continued with a heart pounding magic show. D'Rowman Romiruz made audiences gasped when he, blind-folded, stabbed on balloons. The balloons were hold by a gentleman audience on several critical locations of his body. D'Rowman Romiruz also astonished audiences with umbrella production and mask magic effects.

The third Semarang Magic Community magician to perform was Ferdian Rahardjo. Ferdian Rahardjo is one of the youngest Semarang Magic Community members. He's a year 9 student (third year Junior High School) of Domenico Savio. He performed on behalf of Semarang Magic Community last February 2012 in Children with Disabilities Foundation in Semarang city. Ferdian Rahardjo performed a complete 10 minutes-magic show routine that consists of silk magic, cane productions, and umbrella productions. He inspired children at Trangkil sugar factory as a young magician.

The magic show parade was ended with the performance of dr. Harry Prayogo, a senior magician from Semarang. Dr. Harry Prayogo performed playful comedy magic acts with children. Dr. Harry Prayogo fooled a boy with burning handkerchief. He also transformed a burning tissue into a bowlful of candies.

It was a great journey to Pati city to entertain at Trangkil Sugar Factory. Semarang Magic Community looks forward for more great magic activities to share the joy of magic.

Note: more photos are available in Semarang Magic Community Facebook.

Articles related to  Garuda Merlion Magic Convention and Semarang Magic Community (e.g. translation, profile generation, publishing, etc) are created by Silvan Prayogo in Yogostar. 

Behind The Scene: The Making Of Garuda Merlion Magic Convention

Behind The Scene: The Making Of Garuda Merlion Magic Convention

Author: Silvan Prayogo, BSc., MSc. Biotech (Semarang Magic Community Captain 2011 - 2012)

Last update: 22nd of April 2012, Sunday

Garuda Merlion Magic Convention officially ended on the 13th of April 2012, Friday, at 21:40. However, the magic convention shall always be valued and remembered as:

1. The first magic convention in Indonesia organized by two magic organizations from two countries: Semarang Magic Community (Indonesia) and International Brotherhood of Magicians  115 [The Great Wong Ring] (Singapore).
2. The most economical magic convention in Indonesia. Price range was Rp. 100 000 - Rp. 125 000 (approximately $USD 11 - 13) per person for a two-days magic convention (12th and 13th of April 2012), which featured awesome magicians nationally and internationally. By the way, dinner was included in the price. :)
3. Semarang Magic Community (SMC) is the first and the youngest Indonesian magic community to organize a magic convention with foreign nation's magic organization. SMC by April 2012 was only 1 year and 9 months old.

Silvan Prayogo gave a presentation in 2012 Semarang Tourism Forum in Grand Candi Hotel on the third of April 2012, Semarang. Silvan Prayogo, as a captain of Semarang Magic Community promoted Semarang Magic Community and Garuda Merlion Magic Convention during the forum

Garuda Merlion Magic Convention was not an overnight dream come true. It required months of preparations, patience, and determination of men and women in Semarang Magic Community and The International Brotherhood of Magicians (IBM)115 Singapore.

This brilliant magic convention idea was proposed by Mr. John Teo (the president of International Brotherhood of Magicians 115 Singapore) on early September 2011 via email. Mr. John Teonoticed Semarang Magic Community website and has followed our progress since. He supported our visions and missions. Hence, he advised a friendship magic convention between Semarang Magic Community (SMC) and IBM 115 Singapore.

Garuda Merlion Magic Convention originally planned as a small magic convention in Semarang(Indonesia) between Semarang Magic Community (SMC) and International Brotherhood of Magicians (IBM) 115 Singapore. Hence, it was originally named "Mini Magic Convention". We did not expect the convention would be attended by people from out of Semarang. However, we gladly welcome guests from all over the world.

IBM 115 Award for the Garuda Merlion Magic Convention Magic Competition (12th of April 2012)

Semarang Magic Community: The 10th Gathering

Semarang Magic Community: The 10th Gathering

Author: Silvan Prayogo, BSc., MSc. Biotech (Semarang Magic Community Captain, 2011 - 2012)

Last update: 21st of April 2012, Saturday

Silvan Prayogo lead the meeting / discussion in the 10th Gathering

On the 9th of March 2012, Friday, Semarang Magic Community had its 10th Gathering. It was a close gathering only for Semarang Magic Community members. The gathering focused on the final preparation of Garuda Merlion Magic Convention. Garuda Merlion Magic Convention was a magic convention organized by Semarang MagicCommunity and International Brotherhood of Magicians (IBM) Ring 115 Singapore. The convention had been a hot discussion topic months earlier.

Garuda Merlion Magic Convention would be a historical event for Indonesian magicians because it was the first magic convention in Indonesia organized and attended by magicians of two nations, Indonesia and Singapore.

Yustika Fatima: performed a magic show

The gathering discussed matters such as the convention programs,  care for the Singaporean guests, the promotional materials, the entry ticket price, tasks distribution, etc.

The discussion agreed to make the entry price as economical as possible so that many Indonesians, especially Semarang Magic Community members, could enjoy this important event. Thus, we agreed on the Rp. 125 000 ($US 14) per person for a two-days magic convention entry price tag. It was the most economical magicconvention price in Indonesia since the two-days programs included magic lectures and magic shows by foreign master magicians. Furthermore, dinners and snacks were included in the entry price. The magic convention was never meant for profit gaining as the IBM 115 Singapore stressed months earlier.

Although the magic convention was estimated to run on a limited budget, we promised to do our best to care for the Singaporean guests during their stay in Semarang. We had to make this as a special occasion with whatever we have to offer.

Rowman Romiruz performed acrobatic cards

We have surveyed several meeting / gathering locations (e.g. hotels). Unfortunately, we could not afford their offered prices. Thus, Istana restaurant on MT Haryono 836 street was selected as the convention location. We did the Ninth Gathering (Magic Nite) last January 2012 in Istana restaurant. It has air-conditioning, adequate meeting facilities (e.g. sound system, LCD screen, etc), delicious food, and economical price.

The discussion agreed to have a magic competition in Garuda Merlion Magic Convention. However, the competition was for Indonesian magicians only. The competition award should be from the IBM 115 Singapore to make it more valuable for the winners. However, there would be no monetary reward for the winners. Other forms of additional awards would be offered.

We agreed to keep looking for sponsors for financial and promotional assistance to support Garuda Merlion Magic Convention. We would also promote the convention through internet social media such as Facebook, Twitter, etc.

Semarang Magic Community also searched for Indonesian magicians to give magic lectures and / or to perform during the Garuda Merlion Magic Convention. Uncle Valentino had tried to contact many Indonesian magicians. However, none gave a confirmed positive response.

After an intense two - three hours discussion, Semarang Magic Community members indulge themselves in delicious Indonesian dinner in dinner boxes.

The gathering was made more interesting when Yustika Fatimah (our new member) andKael (Imanuel Yudi) performed magic shows. They peformed close up magic with cards. Then, Aditya Agunk and Rowman Romiruz performed skillful card florish.

We emphasized to do the best for Garuda Merlion Magic Convention. It would be our historical moment to be the first Indonesian magic organization to organize an international magic convention in Indonesia.

Note: more photos are available at Facebook Semarang Magic Community and Blog of Semarang Magic Community.

Do you want to learn magic, watch magic shows, and purchase magic properties? Here comes the golden opportunity that Indonesian magic has waited for. 

GARUDA MERLION MAGIC CONVENTION by SEMARANG MAGIC COMMUNITY and SINGAPORE IBM RING 115 (THE GREAT WONG RING) will be held on the 11th of April 2012 and 13th of April 2012 in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia.

Performers: The great magicians of Singapore and Indonesia.

Schedule outline of this event is as follow:
11th of April 2012, WEDNESDAY: ROAD TRIP TO BANDUNGAN. (Limited participants).

12th of April 2012, THURSDAY:  GARUDA MERLION MAGIC CONVENTION Part 1 – MAGIC COMPETITION (starts at 10:30) AND MAGIC LECTURES (starts at 16:30) by Indonesian and Singaporean magicians

13th of April 2012, FRIDAY: GARUDA MERLION MAGIC CONVENTION Part 2 - GALA MAGIC SHOWS by Indonesian and Singaporean magicians. Starts at 16:30. 

Also present: magic dealers from Singapore and Indonesia.


Location for Magic Convention on the 12th and 13th of April 2012 is Istana Restaurant on MT Haryono Street, Semarang city, Central Java Province, Indonesia.

The following Singapore master magicians will be the jury, the performing magicians, and the magic lecturers for Garuda Merlion Magic Convention:

• John Teo (President of IBM 115 Singapore and AMA FISM Judge)
• Gician Tan (Master of Close Up and Children Magic from Singapore)
• Jeremy Tan (Runner Up AMA FISM 2011 in Close Up Magic and Merlin Award 2012 as Best Close Up Magician in Singapore).

See you in our GARUDA MERLION MAGIC CONVENTION 2012.

Please check: www.semarangmagic.com

Blog: www.semarangmagic.blogdetik.com

Magic Nite: The 9th Semarang Magic Community Magic Gathering

Author: Silvan Prayogo, BSc., MSc. Biotech (Semarang Magic Community Captain, 2011 - 2012)

Last update: 24th of January 2012, Tuesday

Semarang Magic Community opened 2012 with a bang, Magic Nite. Magic Nite was the The Ninth Semarang Magic Community Gathering. Magic Nite opened for public. It was held on the 21st of January 2012, Saturday, from 16:00 up to 21:45 in Istana restaurant on Jl. MT Haryono 836, Semarang, Central Java Province, Indonesia. Magic Nite shared information and programs of Semarang Magic Community in 2012 such as the coming Mini Magic Convention with Singapore IBM 115 on April 2012.

Approximately 60 people attended Magic Nite. The guests were magicians and magic properties collectors. Magic Nite was an excellent time to enjoy and learn magic. Tickets were sold at Rp. 25 thousands (± $USD 2.5) per person for Semarang Magic Community members and Rp. 35 thousands (± $USD 3.5) per person for non-members. Ticket price included dinner.

Magic Nite presented magic lectures by Mr. Paulus Sentana, the former president of IBM Surabaya Ring, and dr. Harry Susanto Prayogo, a senior magician with international magic shows experience. Mr. Paulus Sentana taught techniques to set up brilliant magic effects such as a mind-reading prediction, torn and restored newspaper magic, and many more clever ideas.

Dr. Harry Susanto Prayogo taught fantastic magic effects with simple and easy preparations. For example, transforming a silk into a real egg. An audience laughed in disbelieve when he peeled the egg shell off.

Magic Nite also had a Magic Dealer session. This Magic Dealer session, Mr. Paulus Sentana sold a lot of his magic merchandize he brought from Surabaya. Guests loved his merchandize. He sold the appearing flower bouquets, magic fans, and many more interesting items. The prices ranged from Rp. 50 thousands (± $USD 5) up to Rp. 500 thousands (± $USD 50).

Magic Nite was surprised by the appearance of The Masked Magician, Mr. Valentino. Really? This Mr. Valentino is from Semarang, Indonesia, owner of Valentino Magic Shop. Mr. Valentino (Uncle Valent) was the MC for Magic Nite. He dressed up as the legendary Masked Magician.

At 18:40 the Indonesian version Masked Magician announced dinner time. Istana Restaurant served the delicious dinner. The dinner set consisted of Indonesian style fried chicken, fried noodle, vegetables, and rice.

Soon after dinner, a magic shows parade began. Magic shows parade featuredSemarang Magic Community magicians such as Silvan Prayogo, Dodox Decaprio,Cecil Danielo, and Aditya Agunk. Guest star magicians made the magic shows parade more special. The guest star magicians were Mr. Paulus Sentana from IBM Surabaya, El Cazo Dejavu from Solo, Dimitri Aditya from Surabaya, and two magicians from The Master RCTI TV shows, Edo Shadow and Krishnaji. Bebbo Denoberto presented a different show, a stand up comedy act, at the end of Magic Nite.

Semarang Magic Community expresses gratitude to our new member, Gusti Mulya Devitto, for his graphic designs on poster, brochures, tickets, and banner. Also great appreciation to the Semarang Magic Community official crews on duty during Magic Nite, Feridan Rahardjo and Rowman Romiruz who ensured ticketing and registration well documented. Deka Ridwantoro photographed Magic Nite. Also, many thanks to Istana Restaurant for their great service and dinner.

This article is available at Semarang Magic Community website and blog.