The Magic Kit

 
July 27, 2008

 

“Enough of performing single tricks, I need a set of magic numbers which I would like to carry - on my tours, to parties, in my car, even to work! ” After all, a magician can be asked to perform anywhere!

This thought is the beginning of your journey from an amateur performer to a professional. What you need is a small, portable but effective magic kit. A few important points before we come to the kit itself

  • The kit must be compact and small

  • We need to single out the routines which we can perform with utmost ease and perfection. Choose stuff which when you perform looks like magic, not a series of confused or strenuous moves.

  • Remember it is the Jet age-your magic numbers must be short (not fast please).

  • Your skill level will certainly make your kit smaller. If you perform basic sleight of hand, manipulations and mental effects , you will find coins , ropes ,paper , pen, ring, cards etc will open doors to dozen of effects.

In my opinion a versatile kit should have the following essentials

  • T . Tip, T tip silk

  • Sponge balls

  • A mini wand (never forget the basic rule: If you have something palmed, hold the wand in that hand

  • Ropes (equal/unequal ropes)

  • Cards. You could carry a normal pack + invisible deck [strongly recommended] - or a Stripper/Svengali deck, and also 1 or 2 simple packet tricks

  • Chop cup, mini linking ring/ninja ring (for the more skillful workers)

  • Paddles( strongly recommended)

  • Coins, thimbles

  • Sheets of paper, pen

  • Spring flowers (half a dozen for a small production number)

  • Flash Paper, See Through Blindfold…. you can add stuff as per your interests and skill level

Have a look at my wizards kit – it’s good enough for 30 minutes of magic, and it goes with me almost everywhere

What's inside the kit

Magic kit packed up

When packed up, it easily fits into my backpack or duffel bag that I take to work or for a short day trip

So with your small kit , packed with lethal explosive, you are ready to blast the world with MAGIC.

Remember PACK SMALL BUT SHOW BIG!!

Cheers! Cliff


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Back in Black…

 
July 17, 2008

 

Back in Black...

Black… is the new black.

How would you like $7, right now? How would you like it if I could reach out of the screen and put seven crisp dollar bills in your hand?

How about the next best thing instead…

We know you love the decks, we know you use the decks - or you might want to see what all the fuss is about. Either way, if you pick up the Back in Black sample pack (that gives me an idea for a song…), we’ll give you $7 back.

Check it out here - before they go!


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Terry Evanswood - Beyond Belief Review

 
July 15, 2008

 

It is rare that I have the privilege of being an audience member. My chance came this past weekend on a trip to Pigeon Forge, TN for a small vacation. Among the many shows attended, including the Dixie Stampede and Comedy Barn, I definitely could not miss Terry Evanswood’s Beyond Belief magic show.

Due to my knowledge of magic, I will not go into too much detail about effects themselves. My main focus is on the overall experience of the show.

Our experience began with a late arrival due to heavy traffic. Upon arrival, we were greeted with smiling faces and taken to our seats. Terry was in the middle of interacting with the audience with humorous “Ancient Chinese Proverbs”. I was laughing before even taking my seat.

My hopes were that we had not missed the card manipulations. For 6 years, my focus in magic evolved around card productions and vanishes. To this day, Cardini remains one of my favorite performers.

To my enjoyment, a short introduction was made for the next set and Terry returned to the spotlight for his take on this wonderful form of magic. With my hands clasped together, I leaned forward as Terry produced multiple fans of cards as well as single cards, as I had expected.

The remainder of the show was filled with a pleasant blend of excitement and side hurting comedy with audience participation. There were moments of tears and goose bumps to accompany a beautiful levitation. To top it off, spectators were on the edge of their seats during a daring escape, only to be shocked with an unexpected surprise.

What I like most about Terry Evanswood’s Beyond Belief is the fact that he is a down to earth magician, entertainer and performer. While highly skilled in the art of magic, he treats his audience as an equal, as his friends.

I will gladly see his show again if I am in the area. If you are looking for a very entertaining evening of magic, comedy and good, clean fun, then you should make it a point to pay him a visit.

www.pigeonforgemagic.com

Did I mention the tiger? Also, you may be interested in some of these effects:

- I’m having difficulties uploading the images. Bare with me and hopefully some pictures will be up soon.

Thanks!


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First Peek - Danny Garcia BentTouchSlink

 
July 15, 2008

 

First Peek - Danny Garcia BentTouchSlink

BentTouchSlink is the brand new DVD coming from Ellusionist, set for September 30th.

Bent Touch Slink: 1 Disc, 3 Tricks, 1 Daniel Garcia - What more could you want?

Filmed by Ellusionist at our studios in Sausalito, California; DG goes into every little detail you could want or need.

More details to follow… Watch this space…


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