There is, of course, illogicality and illogicality. Actions which are illogical from an effect viewpoint are, naturally, to be shunned. But there are certain moves which, although illogical or discrepant, pass by unnoticed. Examples include the Tenkai Optical Revolve, Through-the-Fist Turnover, Flus...
A spectator is handed a cased deck with the promise that the performer will not touch it. The performer also places his wallet on the table, "This is my money trick..." he explains*. Two spectators are asked to assist. Together, they decide upon what appears to be a "freely chosen car...
Bruce Cervon's reputation as a creator and performer of close-up magic is already firmly established. Laymen know him from appearances with Johnny Carson, Merv Griffin, Dick Cavett, Mike Douglas and on That's Incredible. Magicians around the world have eagerly studied his writings in magazines such ...
One of the biggest challenges that creative artists face is fully tapping the commercial potential of their skills and expertise. Maximizing earnings is often elusive for many performing artists and entertainers, regardless of the level of the act. Have you ever felt: You should be charging more for...
Effect A knock-out coin routine with several phases and a stunning climax unlike any other coin routine! This is one of the most thorough manuscripts you will ever read. Every detail is covered concerning not just sleights, but acting, psychology, misdirection, timing, and routine. More than 33 1/3 ...
World-famous illusionist, master deluder, showman; Harry Houdini (alias of Ehrich Weiss) is one of the most legendary figures of the modern stage, and probably the most controversial and misunderstood magician of all times. So fantastic were his tricks that many thought him to be supernatural, a mys...
A Compilation of Tricks and Effects with Wax Wax is one of the magician's greatest secret gimmicks and this is the first booklet ever written on the subject. It was originally released in 1953 by Ted Collins and Ed Mishell and has not been readily available for more than 20 years. Subjects and...
If magic is your business, or if you are tired of seeing other performers copy the products of your hard work, it is worth considering what you can do to protect your intellectual property. In Own Your Magic, lawyer/magician Sara Crasson explains the benefits and limitations of patents, copyrights, ...
ONLY 100 EVER MADE! A revolutionary new propless mentalism effect that allows you to divine a word under impossible conditions. Prior to the release of "The Mother of All Book Tests", the idea of plucking a lengthy word from a spectator's brain seemed like a pipe dream. However, that cleve...
Introducing "Maija" the propless name guess by Fraser Parker. "So you've learnt to truly read minds? Awesome!" Cedric Taylor "There are key moments in the history of art. I can say from firsthand experience that this is one of those moments and the release of this will mark ...