Genii Magazine November 2024 - Book

GENII

THE CONJURORS' MAGAZINE

VOLUME 87
NUMBER 11
NOVEMBER 2024

FEATURES

Thank You, Magic! The Benjamin Barnes Story by Carisa Hendrix
Tenyo 2025 by Richard Kaufman
Hyper Miracle Magic Show: The 64th Tenyo Festival 2024 by Yuke Kadoya

COLUMNS --- Welcome to the November 2024 edition of Genii, where we keep our magic fresh, funky, and just the right amount of irreverent. FEATURES Ever heard of Benjamin Barnes? Well, you’re about to get the scoop in “Thank You, Magic!” by Carisa Hendrix. It’s a heartfelt journey through the wizard’s life that’ll make you laugh, think, and maybe shed a tear or two. Richard Kaufman takes us on a wild ride into the future with “Tenyo 2025.” Spoiler alert: it’s not just about the tricks; it’s about the magic that lies ahead. Then, Yuke Kadoya fills us in on the “Hyper Miracle Magic Show” and the recent Tenyo Festival. If you weren’t there, don’t worry—Yuke’s got all the highlights. COLUMNS Get your gossip fix in “Genii Speaks” courtesy of Richard Kaufman. And if you’re a planner, Jim Steinmeyer’s “Looking Ahead to February” is your crystal ball for upcoming events. Vanessa Armstrong keeps it sharp with “The Eye,” spotlighting what’s hot in the magic scene. Digging deep? Jon Racherbaumer unearths “A Scarne Trick” in “Exhumations,” while John Gaughan takes us back to Thayer’s “Find the Lady Cubes” in “Champer of Secrets.” David Britland's “Cardopolis” features a “Person of Interest” that you’ll want to know more about, while Roberto Mansilla gets all artsy with “Marked Cards.” For those who think kids' magic is easy, David Kaye sets you straight in “Expert at the Kids' Tables.” Rafael Benatar continues his deep dive into the art of the double lift in “Thoughts… On the Double Lift: Part Two.” And don’t miss Jonathan Pendragon's mind-bending “Infinite Improbability” in “Panmagium.” In “Magicana,” Jamy Ian Swiss showcases some seriously cool tricks, including “Stencel Aces with Aces,” created by Noah Levine. Plus, catch up with the Academy of Magical Arts—Shawn McMaster spills the beans on the “Knights at the Magic Castle” and what’s currently happening at the Castle. LIGHT FROM THE LAMP Mark Phillips reviews some tricks that might just become your new favorites. Among them, we’ve got “Poker Face” by Bill Abbott, “Illumination” from Luke Jermay, and “Impression Vanish” by Peter Boie, to name a few. David Britland’s got a book review lineup you won’t want to skip: “Personal Magic Vol. IV” by Eric C. Lewis, “The Nth Degree” by John Grastaferro, and “High Spots” by Caleb Wiles. And finally, Joe M. Turner checks out some must-see videos, including “Optiks” by Harapan Ong and “Maestro Masterpieces” by Juan Tamariz. So grab your copy of Genii this November. It’s packed with insights, reviews, and a few surprises that’ll keep you inspired and entertained.