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Magician's Secret Infiltration
A female magician infiltrated a male-only magic society, was expelled, and is now being sought for reinstatement.
English
United States
EntertainmentGender IssuesGenderSocietyMysterySecretMagic
The Magic Circle
Sophie LloydRaymond LloydJenny WinstanleyMarvin BerglasLaura London
- How did Sophie Lloyd gain access to the Magic Circle?
- Sophie Lloyd, a female magician, infiltrated the male-only Magic Circle in the 1990s by posing as a man named Raymond Lloyd. She was eventually discovered and expelled from the organization.
- What role did Jenny Winstanley play in Lloyd's deception?
- Lloyd's deception involved creating a male persona with the help of fellow magician Jenny Winstanley, successfully maintaining the ruse for over a year and a half.
- What is known about Sophie Lloyd's whereabouts after her expulsion?
- Despite the Magic Circle's efforts, Lloyd has vanished, leaving little trace since a 1997 news article. Her real first name is believed to be Sue, according to information from Winstanley's son.
- What broader implications does this story have for the Magic Circle?
- The incident highlights the significant change in the Magic Circle's policies regarding female membership since its male-only days. The organization now has a female president and actively seeks to rectify past injustices.
- What was the Magic Circle's initial reaction to discovering Lloyd's true identity, and how has their stance changed?
- The Magic Circle, after initially reacting with anger and expelling Lloyd, now regrets their decision and is actively searching for her to offer reinstatement. Current president Marvin Berglas believes the expulsion was unjust.