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Criss Angel, creator and star of the A&E Network's television series, "CRISS ANGEL MINDFREAK," has been named 2005 Magician of the Year by The Academy of Magical Arts (AMA), Inc.
An international cast of the world's greatest magicians and luminaries from the film and television entertainment industry gathered for an evening of Hollywood spectacle and glamour on Saturday, April 1, 2006 for The 38th Annual Academy of Magical Arts (AMA) Awards Show and Banquet, presented in association with the Magic Castle, executive produced and directed by Dale R. Hindman, along with Mark W. Nelson, Producer/Writer.
About AMA Awards
The Annual AMA Awards are presented each year by the AMA's Board of Trustees, whose private Hollywood clubhouse, the "Magic Castle," which is known around the world by magicians and the lay public alike as "The Mecca of Magic." The First Academy of Magical Arts Award Show was held at the Century Plaza Hotel on November 8, 1968. Bob Barker was the Master of Ceremonies, and the Castle's beloved "cranky old man of magic," "Professor" Dai Vernon, received the Masters Fellowship Award. The Magic Castle is the private clubhouse for The Academy of Magical Arts, Inc., an organization devoted to the advancement of the ancient art of magic. The purpose of The Academy is to encourage and promote public interest in the art of magic, with particular emphasis on preserving its history as an art form and entertainment medium. Dale R. Hindman, executive producer and director of this year's show said, "Our show will feature a special musical segment performed by multiple Academy Award-winning composer and lyricist, Richard M. Sherman, in a tribute to the countless number of families who were affected by the recent hurricanes. In addition, a segment of the program, to be introduced by Buzz Aldrin, will salute our servicemen and women who have given so selflessly in defense of our nation. Performances by the best magicians in our craft will highlight the evening, along with the presentation of awards to our finest prestidigitators."
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