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Illusionary Departures by JC Sum - Book

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 04:17:03 GMT

"Illusionary Departures 2012" is a treasury of original illusion designs and presentation plots from J C Sum, one of Asia's most successful illusionists & illusion designers.

This is the latest edition of the book that was first released in 2004. Over the last 8 years, the book has been revised, updated, expanded and is now J C's BIGGEST illusion book to date! It contains 35 illusions & stage routines with carefully thought out designs, methodologies and presentation plots that take into consideration motivation, logic and credibility in the performance of illusion.

Illusions detailed inside the book cover multiple genres including penetrations, appearances, vanishes, transpositions and escapes. Also shared are a variety of original stage routines such as a logical time travel act, motivated torn & restored effect and a silent theatrical piece with plot and progressive structure.

In one of the most valuable chapters in the book, J C shares his original approach to designing and building a modern illusion base. His base is highly deceptive and sturdy but is very lightweight compared to traditionally built bases. J C and his onstage partner, 'Magic Babe' Ning, utilize this cutting edge base design in several of their illusions featured in their live shows and on TV across the world.

All the illusions were created for the working performer (from new workers to seasoned professionals) and have been prototyped, built and audience-tested in professional shows staged over the years since 1998.

All props are designed to pack down effectively for transport and most of the illusions can be performed surrounded or with audiences on three sides. Many of the illusions can be built inexpensively and are suitable even for beginners looking to get started in the field of grand illusions.

"Illusionary Departures 2012" features 145 pages of detailed illusion construction plans as well as full illusion presentations, including:

A Walk Through The Winery
An original penetration illusion

Visual Displacement
The passing of a person through four vertical solid steel bars

The Time Machine
A 'cerebral' stage routine performed to a time-travel plot

Reinvent the Sub-Trunk
Eight different variations & presentation ideas for the 'Substitution Trunk'

Creation Of Life
A paradigm of powerful illusion presentation

Ultimate Victory Cartons
An inexpensive appearance illusion for stage

Black Art Case Table
A practical transport solution for a B.A. utility

Fourth Dimensional Exit
The magical vanishing of a company of dancers/ performers using a new illusion utility

Deceptive Base Work
Original thoughts, philosophy, design and fabrication process for a modern base

Crystal Striptease
The magical vanish & reappearance of a girl while being stripped of her clothes

New-Age Spirit Cabinet
The manifestation of inanimate objects with a kicker ending

Sweepstakes
When motivation and combination collide

Back Door Appearance
The magical appearance of a person(s) in a special event setting

Graffiti Girl
An audience participation illusion with a girl from graffiti appearance

Motion Delayed Vanish/ Appearance
An original application of an illusion utility

Modern Flight Case Table
An ATA case-table for working performers

Branded
A corporate logo magically appears in a flash of fire

Chain Reaction
An instant escape with a costume change kicker

Hiding In Plain Sight
A sucker comedy teleportation

Ghost Cabinet
Multiple presentations for a versatile prop for a multi-cast illusion production number

12-Girl Cabinet
A simplified and modern Jarrett 21-Person Cabinet

BONUS: Purchasing this book will entitle you access to J C's secret 'Backstage' section that contains FREE illusion ideas and four illusion methods for car appearances! Many have said that these ideas alone are worth the price of the book!

Populate by Mark Parker - book

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 04:17:03 GMT

Populate - An illusionary appearance of a small crowd.
Introduction by Eric Olsen of EDF Magic

This is the first in a series of single illusion publications by renowned Illusion designer Mark Parker, author of illusion books 'Vivify' & 4E Illusion Design.

Populate is Parkers take on the Guy Jarrett 21 person cabinet.

In this version an elevated framework structure, screened with fabric is shown completely empty & revolved 360 degrees. In an instant the fabric is stripped away revealing the surprise appearance of 26 people.

The illusion is self contained, performed away from any backdrops and requires no black art.

A stunning and surprising appearance of a small crowd of people.

The illusion is described in detail complete with dimensions and construction notes. The apparatus required is designed to break down into individual sections for easy transport

Printed in glorious full color throughout, complete with detailed 3 dimensional illustrations.

"Mark has a devilishly creative mind that scares me!"
-Lu Chen

"Populate is a wonderful & surprising illusion. Mark's elegant design solution to this plot is a must read."
- Charles Bach - Las Vegas

"Mark Parker is an explosive creative genius of illusion design! A rare combination of style and intellect --sometimes bold and sometimes practical --but always a thing to behold. Fascinating excellence!"
- Brett Daniels - USA

Essentials in Magic - Svengali Deck - Spanish

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 04:15:03 GMT

La Baraja Svengali es una de las más populares y versátiles cartas de trucos. Si quieres hacer milagros sin tener virtualmente ninguna habilidad, no busques más que la Baraja Svengali. Imagínate lograr cambiar de lugar las cartas, como moverse unacarta hacia arriba de la baraja, o cambiar una carta por otra, eso y más. Te veráscomo un experto de la prestidigitación -como un verdadero mago -pero sin los años de práctica.

En este video, el campeón mundial de FISM de la medalla de oro en la categoría de Magia de Cerca, Daryl, te llevará paso a paso a través de esta versátil baraja. Daryl es reconocido como uno de los maestros más refinados de magia en el mundo. Aquí, él comparte sus años de conocimiento y experiencia para que tú también puedas ser el alma de la fiesta asombrando a tus amigos, familiares y colegas.

Si alguna vez haz querido hacer increíble magia de cartas, toma tu Baraja Svengali y deja que Daryl te guíe a través de camino esencial hacia los milagros.

Essentials in Magic - Svengali Deck - Japanese

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 04:15:02 GMT

エッセンシャルズ･イン･マジック
ダローの「ザ･スベンガリデック」
日本語吹き替え付き

スベンガリデックはとても便利なアイテムで、いろいろなマジックに使えます。
難しいテクニックを必要とせず、初心者の方でも奇跡を起こすことができる、正に魔法のカードです。カードが移動したり、入れ替わったり、またデックのトップに跳ね上がったり。

このビデオを見れば、貴方も驚きのマジックを簡単に演じられます。

FISMの世界チャンピオン、ダローによる懇切丁寧な解説を、大変分かりやすい日本語吹き替えでご覧になれます。スベンガリデックとダローの「ザ･スベンガリデック」で、貴方も是非カードマジックのエキスパートに仲間入りしてください。

Essentials in Magic - Svengali Deck

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 04:15:03 GMT

The Svengali Deck is one of the most popular and versatile trick deck of cards. If you want to perform miracles with virtually no skill, look no further than the Svengali Deck. Imagine causing cards to change place, jump up through the deck, change from one card to another, and so much more. Look like a sleight of hand expert - like a true magician - all without years of practice.

In this video, World Champion FISM Gold Medal Winning Close- Up Magician, Daryl, takes you step by step on the many uses of this versatile trick deck of cards. Daryl is renowned as one of the world's finest magic teachers. Here, he shares his years of knowledge and expertise so you, too, can be the life of the party amazing your friends, family and colleagues.

If you have ever wanted to do incredible card magic, grab your Svengali Deck and let Daryl guide you down the essential road to miracles.

Running Time Approximately: 1hr

Bearly Impossible (Pro Series Vol 7) by Paul Romhany - Book

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:25:42 GMT

For the past twelve years this routine has been the opening act of Paul's Mentalism Show, both land and cruise ship work. This book details the original method plus the updated method and equipment used. The book also explains a solo version that Paul uses in more intimate situations. This book also gives Paul's word for word routine, complete with gags and bits of business making this a COMPLETE package. BONUS ROUTINES: As a bonus Paul shares THREE different effects that use Teddy Bears including a Paper Balls over the Head Production and another highly commercial stand-up bear routine plus a great Bear Routine for kids performers.

"There is something very endearing about using a Teddy Bear in a show - especially if you end up giving it away. This is one of my all time favourite routines to open my show as it immediately gets the audience on my side and prepared for the rest of the show."
- Paul Romhany

THE EFFECT: The performer shows a gift box, and talks about how he bought this gift for his four-year-old niece for her upcoming birthday. He then talks about 'coincidences' and wants to try an experiment. Audience members are asked to call out any color, any amount of money, a ladies name and a 'gift' is selected. The selections are written on a whiteboard. The lady is invited on stage and SHE TAKES OUT of the gift box a birthday card addressed to the magician's niece whose name matches the one called out ... coincidence ONE. She then takes out a gift certificate for the EXACT amount that was called out ... coincidence TWO ... she then reaches in and takes out the gift which matches her choice AND it is the exact color that was called out. The color, money, name and gift ALL MATCH 100%. Also, the SPECTATOR takes out the items from the gift box.

Instructions by Paul Romhany
Illustrations by Mark Parker

Pages: 52 - 5" x 8" - Softcover - Perfect bound - Black and white photos and illustrations

The IT Trick by Gregory Wilson - Trick

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:25:42 GMT

IT is not just another packet trick. You have to see it. Yeah, so what is it? We're glad you asked. It is an absolutely hilarious packet trick with eye-popping color changes of Wild Card combined with a diabolical method that makes doing it a breeze.

Provided is a routine that will remind you of the classic 'Who's On First' (original concept by Len 'Doc' Wayne).

Includes instructions sheet and packet of 4 full-color laminated cards.

Mind Ball by David Regal - Trick

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:17:04 GMT

MIND BALL is a custom-made Magic 8 Ball-type device that allows for a routine that combines solid amazement with built-in amusement. It just may be the ultimate party trick, but I've performed it as part of a formal close-up act and as a bar magic item - wherever you have a group of people, you can perform MIND BALL.

The Effect:

Two spectators - one male and one female - select cards from an examined and shuffled deck using what appear to be ultra-fair conditions. The magician does not touch the deck during this process. The male spectator is left with a card in front of him, the female spectator with a card in front of her. They concentrate on their cards, and the MIND BALL not only reveals which cards were selected, but whose is whose!

Throughout this participatory routine the ball can be passed around, reading the minds of people in the audience, as when it is not revealing a card it is saying something amusing. Click below to see the promo video for MIND BALL...

MIND BALL does not cost hundreds of dollars because there are no electronics... you "ride the ball" as one random phrase after another appears in the window until both selections have been revealed. The trick is extremely easy to do, and exceptionally baffling, but its greatest attribute is the solid entertainment value that is produced by MIND BALL.

Always Remember to Floss by Dan Sperry - Trick

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:17:03 GMT

In recent years the gut wrenching Razor Blade swallowing illusion has become increasingly popular. What has always been regarded as a stage routine has now been adapted for close up and street performing environments by Dan Sperry. Using innocent looking every day objects that you can carry on you and set up in a matter of seconds Dan has created a simple yet diabolical switch method that is completely safe and sure to shock and amaze your audience.

EFFECT:
Magician displays 3 razor blades and places each blade on the open palm of a spectator. Next he shows a small piece of paper and a box of dental floss. To prove they are real he slices a small piece of paper. He next takes a length of floss from the box and begins to ingest it - showing he has indeed swallowed it by opening his mouth. Finally he places the three blades into his mouth apparently swallowing them as well. After a few moments he produces the 3 blades threaded onto the floss from his unharmed mouth.

This method and effect can be performed close up and surrounded. The method is extremely simple and can be adapted to stage performance situations as well. There is no limit to the number of blades used in the routine, 3 is just used as an example for close up situations. The gimmick can be assembled in a matter of minutes and effect can be reset in less than 10 seconds - even in front of your audience! The effect comes complete with all necessary gimmicks.

Razor blades not included.

The Unknown by Mark Bendell and RSVP - DVD

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:17:04 GMT

For the first time Mark Bendell releases some of his best creations, including Bag 4 Life, Ouija Card and Back to the Future. Sit back as Lee Smith and Gary Jones bring the Bendell effects to life before a live audience and get stunning reactions from material that is all relatively easy to do. There are 13 stunning routines on this DVD project that runs for nearly two hours. Welcome to the Unknown!

Contents Include:

PCAAAN - A completely impromptu prediction/coincidence effect based around the CAAN plot with a freely chosen card and a number.

Special K - This is a weird one, how can the magician's lucky card which has a paperclip (or a clothes peg) attached to it occupy two different places at the same time, and then change into the signed selection!

Joker Kickback - Two selections switch places with 2 jokers, or do they?! Two different handling's of this stunning 'Kickback' effect are explained.

Superstition - A totally impromptu card miracle of the mind themed around the number 13 and 'Free Will'

Colour Oil and Queens - A colour climax to Roy Walton's killer classic..

Hypno-PSE - The spectator's conscious mind witnesses the complete opposite to their subconscious mind!

Stand-Up BTwist - A stand-up handling of Paul Harris' Bizarre Twist, the perfect effect for large banquet tables.

Back to the Future - A double prediction where a time on a thought of card and the time on your watch match a photograph which has been on view all of the time.

Bag 4 life - Bag 4 Life is a visually stunning effect where a coin penetrates a sealed plastic bag, the bag is then instantly given out for complete examination! This effect is definitely worth the price of the DVD and is being used by some of the worlds leading professionals! Included is Lee Smith's super clean handling and some fantastic subtleties by Gary Jones and Mark Bendell.

Kick Back Tick Tac - A prediction is written on a Tic Tac box changes to match a chosen card, then the selection changes to the original prediction, everything can be examined!

Out to Peek - A very clever utility device for the magician/mentalist which can be made in minutes.

Ouija Card - A pocket Ouija card is shown to contain all the letters of the alphabet on one side and is completely blank on the other side, a card is selected and signed, the letters on the Ouija card now rearrange themselves to reveal the selected card, when the Ouija card is turned over it is now seen to be the singed selection which is given to the spectator as a souvenir! Ouija card templates are included as a download.

Predicta-Time - A spectator sets the time on a pocket watch and pops it into a purse, you now divine the time on the watch, the watch is immediately given out for examination, very easy to do!

Shared Dreams (DVD and Props) by Marcelo Insula and Tango Magic - DVD

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:17:04 GMT

Marcelo Insúa and Tango Magic present his first mentalism routine.

Can two people have the same dream?
Is it possible to have a prediction in a sealed envelope with the exactly dates and locations or is it just a shared dream?

No wallets
No electronics devices
No pre show work
Nothing in your pockets
Everything happens in front of people in complete fairness
No exotic gimmicks or strange magic props... just paper and envelopes

This is not a dream... this is Tango Magic's Shared Dream.

Spiral Principle and Beyond by Stephen Leathwaite and Wizard FX Productions - DVD

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:17:04 GMT

Spiral Principle
The Spiral Principle is a new concept in magic that allows you to perform miracles with a borrowed deck of cards. Imagine having a spectator shuffle, freely select a card then lose it back into the deck. Without doing anything you instantly know what their card is and it's location in the deck. Included on the DVD are 5 killer effects that would not be possible without the spiral principle including N.A.C, a hands off ACAAN with a twist that you have to see to believe. Once you learn The Spiral Principle your card magic will NEVER be the same again.

Beyond
Beyond is the most stunning 'Out Of This World' you will ever see. Imagine showing a mixed up deck of cards and then having two audience members separate the red's from the black's without ever looking at the faces. The performer NEVER touches the cards and the whole routine is self working.

No packet switches
No Rough and Smooth
Uses a regular deck - No gimmicks
The magician genuinely never touches the deck
Very easy to do

Executive Wallet (DVD and Gimmick) by David Penn and Wizard FX Productions - DVD

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:17:03 GMT

David Penn presents Roy Roth's Executive Wallet.

With the Executive Wallet you can load the spectator's signed card into a wallet within a wallet without palming. The spectator can then remove their own signed card from the smaller wallet which is even secured with a press stud. As the spectator opens the wallet themselves this provides sure fire misdirection for your killer finale. The workings are all explained along with David's full routine on the accompanying DVD.

Crafted from the highest quality leather.
The card is loaded into the innermost wallet with no palming in one natural action.
No envelopes or messy sticky stuff to replace.
Resets in 4 seconds.
David Penn's routine from his number one set is fully described on the DVD.

Keymaster Reloaded (DVD and Gimmick) by Craig Petty and Wizard FX Productions - DVD

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:17:03 GMT

Craig Petty (creator of 'Chop') presents Keymaster Reloaded: the most organic moving hole routine you will EVER see.

Slide holes up and down keys, move holes on to the stem of a key and even visibly move holes from one key to another, all with the 6 custom designed keys supplied.

Your audiences will love the routines that take place right in their hands - with the 7 routines on this DVD you will soon become a 'Keymaster'.

Bionik (DVD and Gimmick) by David Penn and Wizard FX Productions - DVD

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:17:02 GMT

From David Penn, the creator of Coinvexed 2. Wizard FX Productions proudly presents BIONIK.

An examined dinner knife is signed by the spectator along the handle. They hold onto the handle and can clearly see that the knife is straight. All you do is massage the blade softly causing it to bend at a 45 degree angle. The bent knife never leaves the spectators hand and can be immediately examined. This leaves the spectator with an impossible object that they cannot bend back!

BioniK can also be used to bend the extreme handles of forks or spoons to further enhance your metal bending routines.

The same straight knife that is signed is the one that bends. No switches! NOTHING concealed in your hands to achieve the bend at anytime.

Precision made gimmick and instructional DVD included.
Perform it in short sleeves.
Effortless in execution.
Leaves the spectator with an impossible object.

"Bionik is Badass!"
- Eric Jones

"The next logical step in metal bending. This is amazing!"
- Alex Pandrea

"James Bond would be proud!"
- Alan Rorrison

"My metal bending routine will never be the same again"
- Dee Christopher

Figurine (DVD and Props) by Lennart Green and Luis de Matos - DVD

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:17:02 GMT

Lennart Green created a sensation when he first introduced Figurine to the magic world. It is an amazing demonstration of magical origami. A piece of paper is folded and sculpted into a perfect miniature statue, a figurine. It is one of the most intriguing close-up effects for years and makes for an amazing talking point in any performance. Easily personalised and adapted to different performing styles and conditions, Figurine is a concept you will use.

Comes complete with instructional DVD featuring Lennart Green, figurines and bonus ideas.

Maestro by Rene Lavand and Luis De Matos - DVD

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:17:03 GMT

Rene Lavand is a true master of magic. An elegant and dextrous magician who turns every performance into a theatrical experience. Now you can see Rene Lavand performing his professional show at the Ajuda National Palace in Lisbon, Portugal. Shot on multiple cameras and in high quality video this is an opportunity to see Rene Lavand at his best.

These Magic-Packed DVDs Include Explanations For Rene Lavand's Professional Act:
The Credential, Ace, 2, 3, 4, The Sonnet, Ambitious Card, Three of Spades, Why do the Colors Alternate, The Copla, It Can't Be Done Any Slower, Calling the Cards, The Three Bread Crumbs, Card in Wallet.

Plus Signature Compositions:
The Greek, The Cumanes, Gitano Antonio, Duel in the West, The Tijuano, Old Man River, The Pygmalion, Spanish Deck Routine.

And Techniques:
False shuffles, cuts, deals, palms, change and deck switch.

MAESTRO, the stunning new DVD Box Set from the Essential Magic Collection.
The incredible magic of Rene Lavand, 4 DVDs, 8 hours of performance, explanations and interviews.

Subtitled in 5 Languages: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Japanese.

Think by Shin Lim

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:15:03 GMT

From the mind of Shin Lim comes an extremely clean and deceptive piece of mentalism.

Effect: You present both a deck of cards and a prediction, both which YOU WILL NEVER TOUCH in the performance. As a matter of fact, you can be sitting in the audience while the spectator is on stage counting the cards. You ask the spectator to think of a number between 1-52. Once a number has been chosen, you instruct the spectator to pick up the deck, and deal down to that number. You then instruct her to lift up the prediction which has been on the table the entire time. THE CARD AND PREDICTION MATCH.... EVERY TIME!

POINTS:

The magician DOES NOT touch the deck at any time.
The magician DOES NOT touch the prediction at any time.
NO gimmicks.
NO rough and Smooth.
NO sticky cards (this includes, glues, wax, roughing, ANYTHING)
NO equivoque
NO stooges
NO switching
NO electronics
NO gimmicks
Instant Reset

Shin goes over 3 variations of this effect.

Learn from award winner Shin Lim.

F.I.S.M
NACM
I.B.M
WMS

Shinag by Shin Lim

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:15:02 GMT

A simple, powerful, and impromptu way to reveal a selected signed card.

Have you ever wanted the perfect ending to a sandwich routine, ACR, or four card production?

THIS IS IT.

ShiNAG is a completely impromptu way to reveal selected cards with just your fingertips, allowing you to incorporate this into any of your current routines.

Over 60 minutes of crystal clear HD, Shin goes over 7 of his favorite variations in intricate detail.

Learn now from F.I.S.M-NACM, I.B.M, and WMS winner Shin Lim.

50 Ways To Rock A Lighter

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:15:02 GMT

Ever since the iconic Zippo lighter was introduced back in 1933, its users have applied cool routines to open and close it. From GI's killing time during WWII to Hollywood actors adding some flavor to their characters, Zippo lighter tricks have always been a sure way to boost your personality by adding some class and style. However, it wasn't until 1996 that the art of performing these tricks started to evolve beyond the basic moves previously seen. This video presents a selection of 50 popular tricks including everything from one hand wonders and spins, to aerials and duo tricks (performed by two tricksters).

TRICKS
Alex Aarvik (Norway) teaches you 50 selected tricks including the legendary Goofy Style series. Each trick is filmed from 2 different angles plus a walkthrough and slow motion.

BASIC TECHNIQUES
In addition to the tricks, we have also included 24 basic movements and techniques that will serve as a good entry point for the rookies.

MAINTENANCE
Learn basic maintenance that will keep your lighter in tip top tricking condition:

Change The Flint
Adjust The Flame
Trim The Wick
Refill The Lighter
Change The Wick
Trim The Cam Spring

AVAILABLE TRICKS

Spinning Wheel
The Gun
Twilight Zone
Inside Out
Fire Spin Advanced
Back And Forth Advanced
Backdraft 2
Bond Style
Ice Cool
Confluent Bondsmen
Double Smack
English Rose
Wet Panties
Press It!
Flip It!
Goofy Style 1
Goofy Style 2
Goofy Style 3
Goofy Style 4
Goofy Style 5
Goofy Style 6
Goofy Style 7
Goofy Style 8
Hit & Run
Hit & Run Advanced
Hit n' Spin
Legally Blind
Merry-og-round
New Balance
One Move Almost
Open Always
Oppressor Pig
Over-The-Hill
Sticky Fingers
Goofy's Back
Power Squeeze
Push It!
Resurrection
Ring Ignitor
Slam
Boomerang
Slugger
Twisted Spin
Snap
Goofy & Pain
Tilter
Transport
UFO
Universal Spin
Wet Pastries
Zippo Tango