Dorothy Dietrich in this part 2 of 3 of the full length PBS interview Talks about magicians, creativity, mentoring youngsters, HBO, The Bullet Catch. She shows how much thought goes into her work and choice of routines and tricks. She feels and thinks deeply about her art. This takes place in Scranton and the Poconos leading attraction for magic shows, tours, and even birthday parties or any kind of fun party, or shows for seniors, camps, schools, reunions, sweet sixteen, baby showers, etc. .
She is the founder of The Houdini Museum, the only building in the world totally devoted to Houdini. Dietrich is the first and only woman to accomplish the Catching of a Bullet in her mouth, often called "The Jinxed Bullet Catch" and The Trick that scared Houdini. At least 12 men have died attempting this feat. Ms. Dietrich now holds the World's record in several categories. Dorothy Dietrich is often called "The Female Houdini" , "The World's #1 Female Magician" and was the first to be called "The First Lady of Magic". Columbia University Press and Encyclopedia called her "one of the most noted magicians of the late 20th century. http://DorothyDietrich.com or check out her page on wikipedia.
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