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séance

[sey-ahns] / ˈseɪ ɑns /
NOUN
divination
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Composer-turned-magician-turned-spiritual guide BC Smith is behind ‘Phasmagorica,’ an event that attempts to create the feel of a vintage séance.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

It is relevant to point out that Smith is also a magician, a member of the Magic Castle, home itself to a popular séance.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2025

The segment covers story themes, character motivations, casting, period costuming, shooting in Venice, the non-rehearsed séance scene and Mr. Branagh’s multifunctional role in the film.

From Washington Times • Dec. 7, 2023

No, there is no séance with the supernatural nor summoning of spirits, just a jangle of regrets.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 23, 2023

Justice Edmonds, for example, had attended a séance at a Spiritualist’s home in New York City, joining a circle of about twenty people standing around the room.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock



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