Biography
He first became interested in magic in 1970, after watching magicians David Nixon, Doug Henning, Fred Kaps and Slydini perform on television. He was later mentored by escapologist and magician Alan Alan and studied with Slydini. Vincent joined London's Magic Circle and was eventually awarded a life-membership of the club's Inner Magic Circle, with a Gold Star (for performing excellence).
In 2001, Vincent made the national newspapers in the United Kingdom, when he was hired by Scotland Yard to give a course to 20 top police chiefs involving the use of magic tricks to demonstrate communication skills. He performed at Hollywood's Magic Castle in 2003, and his television appearances have included, Jim'll Fix It, The Paul Daniels Magic Show, Test the Nation (BBC 1) and Heroes of Magic - A Century of Wonder (Channel 4)
Michael appeared on "Penn & Teller: Fool Us" on ITV1 on the 7th January and again on 16th July 2011 demonstrating close up magic. Although he did not fool Penn & Teller with either of his magic tricks, he nevertheless won praise for his classical technique and exemplary sleight of hand.
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