One of my greatest ambitions, as someone involved in the world of magic production, was to work with John Bannon. From the moment I had the inimitable 'Twisted Sisters' packet trick pressed into my hand (during my very first foray...
Like magic, chemistry operates behind a veil. What we see is only the effect; the cause remains hidden unless we know where to look. The gestures are precise, the timing matters, and a small mistake can collapse the entire illusion....
Don Bursell, the owner behind "Don's Magic and Books" tells us about his time at the Ringling Brothers circus, how he ended up working at Disneyland and how he eventually started his own retail business selling books.
Magic has always had a way of captivating people, whether it’s performed live on a grand stage or through the screens of our devices. Thanks to the internet, some types of magic tricks have become viral sensations, leaving audiences everywhere...
The Trick Take some change out of your pocket and jingle it in your hand, but do not show the change in your hand. Now, ask if anyone has some loose change. Bring that person up as a helper...
In the digital age, the mystical world of magic is no longer confined to secret societies or passed down through generations of illusionists. The internet has opened up a treasure trove of resources for aspiring magicians to learn and perfect...
This is an interview we conducted with Caleb Simpson, an up and coming card technician from New Zealand. His skills were recommended to us by our very own Jack Tighe. Caleb has recently been filming himself perform every day magic...
Sleight of hand (also known as prestidigitation or legerdemain (listen)) refers to fine motor skills when used by performing artists in different art forms to entertain or manipulate. It is closely associated with close-up magic, card magic, card flourishing and...
We all know that anyone can learn a trick. But it takes an artist to turn a trick into a “work of magic”. So, character development, proper speech, and stage skills are something we all need to learn and master. ...