- Performed 2500 shows in the 1980's and 1990's
- Produced and starred in his TV-shows, 1985-1994
- Magician in medieval feast, ten years
- Articles in magicians' trade magazines
- Author of more than 60 metaphysical/self-help/magic-related hardcover and paperback books on Amazon
- Illustrated/Published full-color magic-related comic-books and animated features
- Wrote, performed, produced folk and childrens' music CD's
- MMC-Member of The Magic Circle
- Recipient of the Darkstone Award for Outstanding Contributions to The Art of Magic
- 1st Vice-President, Society of American Magicians, International Assembly
- Canadian Envoy for The Society of American Magicians International Assembly 272
- Secretary, International Assembly, The Society of American Magicians.
- International Development Coordinator, The Society of American Magicians, National Assembly
- On-Air Host/Anchor "Magic News Network" Broadcast/Webcast
Showcase
Cindy Paulos Interviews Dr. Michael Likey About Ghosts and Spirits
Sefalaljia: The Miniature Spirit Cabinet
I participated in this recently! It was an early Halloween on Tuesday Night Magic Theater! There was Robina (Robin Byers-Pierce), Alan Fisher, Michael Kelly, Dr. Michael Likey, (myself) S Patrick, Kevin Peel, and Tommy Burnett. It was a Spooktacular time!!!!
Check out my segment here...
Check out my segment here...
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I participate in this occasionally!
It's the Open Mic Magic show! This particular performance of mine begins at 17:19. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5bOUKwMaE4 |
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Here's another appearance of mine on the Open Mic Magic show...
Get ready for the next Open Mic Magic Show this Wednesday, 8pm in the UK and 3pm Eastern/Noon Pacific time, USA and Canada.
Join the LIVE Zoom audience for FREE, just click the link below:
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Join the LIVE Zoom audience for FREE, just click the link below:
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/open-mic-magic
Ghosts and Spirits
My #Hardcover book, "Ghosts and Spirits" is available from #Amazon!
From the promo:
Rev. Dr. Michael Likey explores the phenomena and myth of ghosts and spirits, including modern-day origins, manifestations, and hoaxes. From charlatans who profess to contact the dearly-departed via channeling and mediumship, to stage professionals who present experiments for entertainment purposes only. Also covered are ages-old techniques for developing ones psychic ability and intuition.
Rev. Dr. Michael Likey is a professional magician and has a Doctor of Divinity, Ph.D. in Mystical Research, and is a Doctor of Theocentric Psychology through the University of Sedona. He is a Member of The Society of American Magicians, The International Brotherhood of Magicians, The Magic Circle, (MMC) and The Paranormal Investigative Committee.
Purchase HARDCOVER from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B92R8NNR?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860
From the promo:
Rev. Dr. Michael Likey explores the phenomena and myth of ghosts and spirits, including modern-day origins, manifestations, and hoaxes. From charlatans who profess to contact the dearly-departed via channeling and mediumship, to stage professionals who present experiments for entertainment purposes only. Also covered are ages-old techniques for developing ones psychic ability and intuition.
Rev. Dr. Michael Likey is a professional magician and has a Doctor of Divinity, Ph.D. in Mystical Research, and is a Doctor of Theocentric Psychology through the University of Sedona. He is a Member of The Society of American Magicians, The International Brotherhood of Magicians, The Magic Circle, (MMC) and The Paranormal Investigative Committee.
Purchase HARDCOVER from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B92R8NNR?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860
From the Foreword, written by Anthony Darkstone:
I am pleased to provide a foreword to another of Dr. Michael Likey's books.
The title, at first glance, may seem like a treatise on just a topic. However, the book goes much deeper than that and explores in detail some of the practices involved on how certain aspects of contact are made with Spirits & Ghosts. It makes no claims of Ghosts & Spirits being just the figment of one's imagination; neither does it make a case to the contrary. What it does do is to provide the reader with a superb collection of facts and relevant information. In particular, the section on Cold Reading provides several insights. An added bonus is that the entire work stimulates thinking.
A scholarly work on the topic. It contains many practical and theoretical aspects of this intriguing subject. Being a skilled Author, he yet again achieves this by the use of his vast knowledge of techniques both ancient & modern. He further draws from his own empirical experience as a Tarot Reader, Tai Chi Sifu, TV personality and Magical Entertainer.
All in all a fascinating read for aficionados, true seekers and indeed also for the merely curious. I daresay if Houdini, the Fox sisters , Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and others of their ilk were alive today they would certainly enjoy this work.
Dr. Anthony Darkstone
Parapsychologist & Psychic Entertainer
Member of The S.A.M. Paranormal Investigation Committee.
I am pleased to provide a foreword to another of Dr. Michael Likey's books.
The title, at first glance, may seem like a treatise on just a topic. However, the book goes much deeper than that and explores in detail some of the practices involved on how certain aspects of contact are made with Spirits & Ghosts. It makes no claims of Ghosts & Spirits being just the figment of one's imagination; neither does it make a case to the contrary. What it does do is to provide the reader with a superb collection of facts and relevant information. In particular, the section on Cold Reading provides several insights. An added bonus is that the entire work stimulates thinking.
A scholarly work on the topic. It contains many practical and theoretical aspects of this intriguing subject. Being a skilled Author, he yet again achieves this by the use of his vast knowledge of techniques both ancient & modern. He further draws from his own empirical experience as a Tarot Reader, Tai Chi Sifu, TV personality and Magical Entertainer.
All in all a fascinating read for aficionados, true seekers and indeed also for the merely curious. I daresay if Houdini, the Fox sisters , Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and others of their ilk were alive today they would certainly enjoy this work.
Dr. Anthony Darkstone
Parapsychologist & Psychic Entertainer
Member of The S.A.M. Paranormal Investigation Committee.
From Wiley Allen, Magician:
"Everyone needs to get Michael Likey’s new book Ghosts & Spirits right now!
I just got mine delivered and just from a five minute skim I have read more valuable information on performing bizarre style magic than from pretty much any other book I have read so far.
Everything from your mindset to costumes to preparation is in here.
Not to be missed."
"Everyone needs to get Michael Likey’s new book Ghosts & Spirits right now!
I just got mine delivered and just from a five minute skim I have read more valuable information on performing bizarre style magic than from pretty much any other book I have read so far.
Everything from your mindset to costumes to preparation is in here.
Not to be missed."
The Magic News Network-November 2022 Edition
Magical People-Season 3
Geraldine Crane and Harmony Woodington CHt are my guests on the December 2022 edition of #MagicalPeople
Both professionals in their fields, their skill-sets and services are much needed today! Enjoy!
Both professionals in their fields, their skill-sets and services are much needed today! Enjoy!
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Dr. Michael (Magic Mike) Likey
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The Lecture Based on the Book,
Inner Workings: Re-Inventing the Wheel
View the Hardcover and Paperback versions on Amazon
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Learn more about The Lecture by clicking on the graphic above
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This lecture is based on my book of the same name.
Magicians of all abilities and experience will get something from the myriad of tricks and illusions contained within it! From a little-known gimmick and utility item, (The Miracle Card Gimmick) which will enable you to completely and easily vanish a selected card from the pack, to Double Indemnity, an original and invisible device that will cleanly make you look like a card pro so that you can cut to the four aces without thinking, as well as secretly keeping track of a spectator's selected card! Some of my previously published effects (in magicians' trade journals) such as Clipped, and The Curry Open Prediction, (which will easily have you match your prediction to a spectator's freely-selected card) are also here!
I've included TWO BONUS EFFECTS: the method for the Miniature Rising Card, (Haunted, Floating Mini) which like a possessed mini-pack, wriggles and jiggles, then flips over and stands up, releasing a selected-card from within the box, which may be performed close-up and/or for platform-work, as well as a sophisticated double-pack/order-matching effect, also suitable for the now-popular platform venues, Sympathetic Clubs.
One-Hour, Thirty-Seven Minutes in Length...
Magicians of all abilities and experience will get something from the myriad of tricks and illusions contained within it! From a little-known gimmick and utility item, (The Miracle Card Gimmick) which will enable you to completely and easily vanish a selected card from the pack, to Double Indemnity, an original and invisible device that will cleanly make you look like a card pro so that you can cut to the four aces without thinking, as well as secretly keeping track of a spectator's selected card! Some of my previously published effects (in magicians' trade journals) such as Clipped, and The Curry Open Prediction, (which will easily have you match your prediction to a spectator's freely-selected card) are also here!
I've included TWO BONUS EFFECTS: the method for the Miniature Rising Card, (Haunted, Floating Mini) which like a possessed mini-pack, wriggles and jiggles, then flips over and stands up, releasing a selected-card from within the box, which may be performed close-up and/or for platform-work, as well as a sophisticated double-pack/order-matching effect, also suitable for the now-popular platform venues, Sympathetic Clubs.
One-Hour, Thirty-Seven Minutes in Length...
To learn more about the lecture, GO HERE
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Books
Ghosts and Spirits
Hardcover and Paperback Book Available from Amazon
Inner Workings:
Re-Inventing The Wheel
Available From Amazon
Metaphysics, Mysticism, and Performance Magic
-Hardcover and
Paperback Book
On Amazon
Magic Mike Likey
-A Man for All Seasons (Autobiography)
Hardcover and Paperback Book
On Amazon
Meet Dr. Michael (Magic Mike) Likey
Magic News Network
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"Really clearly presented Michael Likey, and I must say you do maintain such a wonderful composure throughout. Well scripted Anthony Darkstone with current relevant news from start to finish! Yes, We Welcome the World!" -Rod Chow, National President-Elect, The Society of American Magicians
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Dr. Michael's Magical People
Dr. Michael (Magic Mike) Likey Interviews Magicians:
Magic Mike's Castle
Magic Moments
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Magic commentary by Dr. Michael. Sometimes funny, sometimes controversial, always informative!
Take two minutes and enjoy! "...just watched your Webcast on Decks of Cards. Didn't know there was so many different types of decks. Really enjoyed it. Awesome job! I'll be watching the next one!"-Dan Deurbrouck |
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Products
Dr. Michael (Magic Mike) Likey
Being Interviewed
Merry Minstrel Majick
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