Mind Warp by Richard Mark – Book

If you are one of those who hasnt yet discovered the ingenious almost diabolic manner in which Richard Mark approaches his craft then you are in for a surprise. Imagine You show a sealed envelope (from the Fantasy House Clearing Sweepstakes) which remains in full view. An audience participant freely selects and names aloud a celebrity and three sweepstakes prizes. He is given the envelope – no switches – to open and read the contents. The letter inside announces in typical advertising hype that the participant is a finalist in the sweepstakes and that the celebrity named will present one of three prizes – the very same prizes selected by the participant You tear a page from the daily newspaper into dozens of pieces.

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Close Up Magic No.3 (Worlds Greatest Magic)

Close-Up Magic 3 (Worlds Greatest Magic) Imagine the best magic the best magicians and the best producers all in one place imagine no more…. Imagine owning the most comprehensive magic book ever written. This would surely be a treasured possession for any magician with each chapter focusing on a single aspect of the craft and the very best routines ever created for it. Thats the idea behind LampL Publishings critically-acclaimed DVD series The Worlds Greatest Magic by The Worlds Greatest Magicians Each volume is like another chapter in the worlds best magic book. Featuring in-depth exposition and instruction on some of magics most cherished and classic effects by its most-talented practitioners this unprecedented series represents an essential reference work for anyone interested in the magical arts regardless of their skill level. Magicians who specialize in close-up magic are constantly in search of material that doesnt use playing cards. Easily seventy-five percent of the magic thats been published over the last 50 or 60 years has been card magic of one kind or another so quality non-card material is a relatively scarce commodity in the literature. On this DVD youll meet seven different performers presenting and teaching powerful close-up routines that will wow any audience – and theres not a playing card in sight John Mendoza leads off with his stunning version of the Benson/Alan bowl routine complete with three jaw-dropping final loads that actually make sense. Next up Tommy Wonder demonstrates a truly impossible feat as he magically threads a needle with 20 strands of thread creating a wonderful souvenir in the process. Al Schneider performs a great money printing routine while teaching the proper handling of a Himber Wallet at the same time while Henry Evans shows off a whimsical miracle where a silk handkerchief is produced from a photograph. Master coin manipulator David Roth magically transforms four U.S. coins into coins from different countries before causing them to vanish and reappear in a toy globe that was in plain sight throughout the routine.

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Close Up Magic No.3 (Worlds Greatest Magic)

What It Isnt by Cameron Francis

What It Isnt by Cameron Francis A printing effect inspired by the Hofzinser Ace Problem. WHAT IT ISNT is absolutely perfect for the strollng or table hopping performer. You can launch into the effect at any time during your set and the re-set is quick and easy. This is a stunning trick that is very easy to do – Cameron Francis has done it again Effect From a red backed deck a card is selected and lost back into the pack. Four blue backed cards are introduced – they all have blank faces. The magician announces Im going to use these blank cards to tell me what your card ISNT One by one the magician magically prints the blanks with the faces of the mates of the selection These three cards tell me what it ISNT. This last blank is going to tell me what your card IS – it will change places with your card in the deck The magician gives the last blank a flick – nothing happens. Oh I actually only made the backs change places The blank card is turned over and it now has a red back The deck is spread and one card has changed to blue – it is of course the selected card INCLUDES TWO SEPERATE HANDLINGS – ONE OF WHICH USES ORDINARY CARDS AND INTRODUCES THE CF SWITCH TO THE MAGIC WORLD – A METHOD FOR SWITCHING ONE CARD FOR ANOTHER WHILE LEAVING THE SWITCHED OUT CARD REVERSED IN THE DECK WHAT IT ISNT is a 14 page manuscript illustrated with 21 photographs

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Coin thru Hand (US Quarter) by Tango

Coin thru Hand (US Quarter) by Tango Effect The magician takes a coin and places it on the back of his hand. He then takes a brass stamp and places it on the coin. He presets it on the coin and the coin goes through the hand falling down on the table. … Read more at our Magic Shop – World-of-magic.co.uk

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Social Distortion by Andrew Mayne

Social Distortion by Andrew Mayne Andrew Mayne the devious mind behind Ghost Vision and Mind FX presents a stunning mentalism effect that looks truly paranormal. Effect A totally random volunteer is selected and before your audiences eyes you reveal a thought of word a name and a two-digit number. No stooges. No pre-show work. They write nothing down. Social Distortion has already taken the magic world by storm fooling magicians and entertaining audiences in Las Vegas up close and on stage. Everything you need fits in your wallet but the impact is so big you could close your show with it. Along with everything you need you also get a CD with a one-hour in-depth discussion with magician Christopher who has been using Social Distortion in his own show in Las Vegas. Youll get advanced performance tips and suggestions including turning Social Distortion into an entire 15 minute act. Includes complete instructions full performance script gimmicks and special bonus CD. Andrew Mayne understands my principles better than most.

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