Hot off the press from John Archer, FURTHER EDUCATION is here to tickle your funny bone while making your audience's jaws drop! Packed into two high-energy discs, you'll witness John's unique blend of comedy, mentalism, and magic that will leave you wanting more!
Get comfy as you settle in for a full LIVE performance where John struts his stuff—showcasing a collection of KILLER routines, all while delivering his trademark humour. You’ll pick up a ton of crowd work tips and learn how to create an entertainment experience that's truly one of a kind. Gags galore await you, and trust me, you'll want to incorporate these polished routines into your own shows right away!
Once the curtain falls, John teams up with Peter Nardi to dissect the inner workings of these gems, ensuring you're ready to perform them before you can say "abracadabra!"
This is an absolute MUST-HAVE for any serious entertainer and a fantastic addition to your collection!
The Further Education Stand Up Show: Blank Night: John's squeaky clean twist on the classic "bank night" plot is a turbo-charged routine loaded with perfect comedy, audience engagement, and enough entertainment to kick off any show! Something, nothing, mine, yours—or... sex?!
De-Ja-Tu: A spectator thinks of a card, and a chap is invited to deal through a shuffled deck. Amidst the chuckles, they end up with a coincidence that’s as baffling as it is entertaining; a brilliant two-person mind reading effect that looks like it’s happening in real-time between the spectators!
One Lucky Number: Serial divination gets the Archer treatment! Picture transforming a small effect into a full stand-up spectacle! It’s got serial numbers, a burnt & restored note, and a signed note in a wallet—all rolled into one magical extravaganza!
Soundbox: A riotous routine where you gamble everything on a simple choice! One box, one lock, five keys, and oodles of entertainment! It’s a well-crafted presentation with an excellent method that makes for a logical, hilarious, and mind-boggling lock and key routine. Bet it all on your hearing prowess!
Comedy Killer: An ace new routine revolving around a hilariously funny presentation about mastering mind reading—your audience will be thoroughly engaged in your training with Professor Hoffmann before they get the chance to prove their own ESP prowess. One envelope, one choice, and one stunning climax!
Starstruck: Channeling the stars of Stage & Screen, this gem from John’s act serves as a masterclass in using small props to craft a larger-than-life routine that showcases clean and direct mind reading at its finest. A simple premise opens up a series of revelations, leaving your spectator convinced you’ve got their thoughts on speed dial!
Stick with It: Multiple audience participation; a handful of random numbers, one prediction, and a stunning kicker that will leave them reeling! This is a number routine like you’ve never seen before. No gimmicked notepads are required—this is an organic approach to the add-a-number plot that utilizes a handful of items to create a routine big enough to fill a stage!
Streetwise: John’s brilliant book-test that employs remote viewing as a theme, a street map for a prop, and a series of revelations from different audience members; this one’s bound to become a classic, combining all the best elements of book test routines for the ultimate mental journey! Just a heads up, while the prop is explained in detail, the book itself isn’t included and needs to be purchased separately.
BONUS: John’s Professional Close Up "Set" Performed & Explained: Just for You &
52 Leaver: A two-person effect that’s IDEAL for the walkabout performer, combining mentalism, playing cards, and a special trick for "YOU."
This professional "set" is tailor-made for the strolling performer who wants to showcase powerful close-up mentalism in a commercial setting. It’s packed with all the elements that make for a memorable close-up set, ensuring they’ll be talking about it long after you’ve moved on—and best of all, it’s ready for you to learn and add to your repertoire immediately!
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