Books of My Trade
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One of the questions I do get asked is what are the essential books for a magician...
The Successful Illusionist
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Anyone thinking of embarking on a career (whether full-time or part-time) as an illusionist will no doubt...
Selling an Illusion Show
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As an illusionist, how do you get shows? How do you sell your magic and make your...
Dagger Head Chest Performance Tips
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J C's Note: This item was first published in my IBM Linking Ring One-Man-Parade 'Parade of Illusions'...
Getting the Show on the Road
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J C's Note: This is a must-read article for magicians and performers of any kind. This essay...
From Package to Platform by Lee Alex
How do you go about bringing your effects from the eagerly awaited postal package to actually performing on stage in front of a live audience?
It...
List of Illusion Builders & Designers
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Photo courtesy of Magic Sax
Here is a list of reputable illusion builders and designers.
BUILDERS
Magic Ventures - Bill...
6 Thinking Hats for Illusion Show Production
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Creativity guru, Edward De Bono uses his 6 thinking hats approach as the basis of his creativity...
Why do Illusionists Perform the Same Illusions?
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This is not a rant or a justification piece but rather an observation with some suggestions. Spend...
Choosing Your First Grand Illusion for Modern Illusionists
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When choosing a first illusion, the first thing you need to do is to identify the level of...
Useful Websites for Illusionists
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Here are some useful links for illusionists.
If you would like to recommend a link, email me at...