Darwin Ortiz is a rare breed—a magician who's not just a whizz with sleight-of-hand but also a master thinker and creator. His skills have made him the go-to consultant for gambling establishments across more countries than you can shake a stick at. His books on card magic? Modern classics, mate—especially the best-sellers Strong Magic and Designing Miracles, both of which dive deep into the theory of magic. As a performer, Darwin’s been wowing crowds for Fortune 500 companies, universities, and even at both Bush and Obama inaugurals. If you haven't seen him on TV, you might have caught him sharing the stage with the brilliant David Roth in a two-man show.
In this groundbreaking video series, Darwin dishes out some of the most jaw-dropping effects from his legendary repertoire—all freshly filmed in glorious digital clarity—performing for a crowd that’s absolutely buzzing. You’ll first witness Darwin in action with a full show (a masterclass in itself on how to weave card magic into an engaging experience!). Once the crowd’s gone home and the dust has settled, Darwin goes into meticulous detail about his clever methods, ensuring you can add these stunning effects to your own repertoire. Plus, he shares some of his well-earned wisdom on magic and performance—sage advice from one of the industry’s sharpest minds.
Darwin had one simple aim with this video set, and let’s be honest, he’s nailed it: nothing but the best!
Volume 3
Jumping Gemini - This modern classic is widely regarded as one of the finest packet tricks ever conceived—and it uses just four cards from a regular deck.
The Lucky Deck - You kick off with a blank deck, finish with a fully examinable one, and in between, you’ll have the audience in stitches.
Modern Jazz Aces - Many would argue this is the definitive version of Peter Kane's iconic effect.
The Dream Card - Not your average Card-to-Wallet routine—this will be a surreal experience your spectators won’t soon forget.
Darwin's Three-Card Monte - Witness Darwin’s legendary routing skills in this authentic take on the infamous con.
The Ultimate Card Shark - Darwin claims this is the strongest gambling routine he’s ever encountered. You start with one card, then four, then twenty, and before you know it, all fifty-two are under your control.
Mexican Poker - A post-graduate course on the classic Ten-Card Poker Deal, served up with one of the finest versions from a past-master of the effect.
Blind Aces - This ace-cutting effect is a masterclass in card control that often results in standing ovations.
Theory - One of magic's most profound thinkers shares insights on three crucial topics: The In-Transit Action, Pacing, and Handling Hecklers.
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