My friends, I invite your attention to Modern pastime, or, In-door amusements including ventriloquism–parlour magic–elementary gymnastics–billiards–fun, and flirtation, forfeits, etc., etc. published by Frederick Warne in 1871. If you turn to page 30, the opening of the section on Parlour Magic, the first two items that will meet your eye are “Making the Pass” (InContinue reading “In-Door Amusements”
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Royal Road To Card Magic – A (Returning) Beginner’s Advice – Part 2: OH Shuffle Progression And An Introduction To Theory (sorta)
Guest post by Jack Viktor. Originally posted on Reddit r/magic Ok, so you did everything in Part 1!? Good. You’ve now over-practiced a move that you will now use for the rest of your life, especially in walk-around performances. Be happy, cuz this next part is long but easy.At this point, your overhand shuffle shouldContinue reading “Royal Road To Card Magic – A (Returning) Beginner’s Advice – Part 2: OH Shuffle Progression And An Introduction To Theory (sorta)”
Vermont RenFaire
So … I spent the weekend doing magic at the Vermont RenFaire in Stowe. There’s video. I had a good time, despite rain, sun, wind, and … rain. I met some wonderful people, some great performers, and had some good munchies. I’m definitely planning to find out if the Vermont Steampunk Expo needs a magician.Continue reading “Vermont RenFaire”
Amaze Me!
Why I’ve spent the last couple of weeks sewing… This coming weekend, June 24/25, I’ll be doing two days of walk-around magic at the Vermont RenFaire in Stowe. Come find me. Say, “Amaze me!” and I will.
Magic Contest
Magic Contest Granite State Magicians is hosting a New England Magic Contest! The date/time/place: Sunday the 16th of July from 1:00-4:00 pm at Diamond’s Magic, 515 Lowell St, Peabody, MA 01960. Categories of magic are: Parlor/Platform, Close-up, and Mentalism & Mystery Performing. Prizes: 1st prize; $200 gift certificate to Diamond’s Magic. 2ndContinue reading “Magic Contest”
JAMES D. MACDONALD 