Ah, the Cups and Balls—often dubbed the granddaddy of magic tricks. But wait! Johnny Thompson posits that maybe, just maybe, there was an even older ancestor: "The Ball Trick." Whatever the case, this deceptively simple routine—where three little balls mysteriously travel from one hand to the other—has captivated the likes of magic legends such as Silent Mora, Tenkai, Dai Vernon, John Scarne, Oscar Pladic, and more. They certainly thought it was worth putting their own spin on!
In this video download, you’ll encounter five masters of this timeless trick and one grandmaster who took it to the next level. Johnny Thompson kicks things off with the classic version made famous by Silent Mora. Then, get ready for Fernando Keops, who brings us Dai Vernon’s archetypal approach. Gary Ouellet, channeling some Slydini vibes, showcases a meticulously choreographed routine that’s nothing short of a visual feast. Flip adds his quirky flair with a whimsical take using aluminum foil balls (yes, really!).
But wait, there's more! Johnny Thompson revisits the Dai Vernon routine, which serves as the perfect gateway to the Professor himself. Steve Freeman performs the Vernon routine while Gary Ouellet, Michael Ammar, and even Vernon drop some serious knowledge bombs on the history and psychology behind the Three Ball Trick. And just when you think it can't get any better, David Roth wraps things up with his own variation, introducing some groundbreaking moves that streamline this classic close-up masterpiece.
The Three Ball Trick is a versatile routine that dazzles audiences both big and small and can be done almost on the fly. It’s undeniably one of magic’s classic effects, and trust us, you won’t find a better resource to nail this routine than right here.
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