And for our latest trick, we pulled these 9 retro images out of the Shields Gazette archives.
They all show magic scenes from the borough in recent years and were taken at venues including Cheviot Junior School, the Customs House, Boldon School, and St Oswald’s School in Hebburn.
National Magic Week celebrates the thrill of watching magic shows in action.
But in the meantime, why not enjoy a reminder of performances or two closer to home.
9. Brilliant at Bamburgh School
It's 2004 and there was a magical theme to this event in 2004 at Bamburgh School but who can tell us more? Photo: sg
10. Tell us more
Was there a magic scene that you recognised? Tell us more by emailing [email protected] Photo: sg
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