BEYOND STREET MAGIC!
FILMED LIVE AT BURNING MAN AND LAKE TAHOE!
Picture this: the middle of the Nevada desert. Four hundred square miles of nothingness. Not a street in sight, just 50,000 art-loving souls at the world's largest festival of creativity. Welcome to Magic at the Edge, where it’s all about Survival Magic—no spectators here, just participants navigating the most outrageous conditions known to humankind. Since time immemorial, magicians have looked for inspiration in the most unexpected places, and Burning Man is undoubtedly one of the most electrifying spots for performance magic on this planet.
You’ve seen Jeff McBride on A&E's Mindfreak, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and VH-1's Celebracadabra. Now, watch him conjure his magic amidst the madness of the Burning Man Art Festival. But hold your horses—this isn’t just another performance video. It’s a deep dive into the essence of magic, complete with an intimate look into the life of one of the world’s most innovative magicians and his relentless quest for inspiration.
Magic at the Edge serves up magic for every skill level, featuring insights from the legendary Eugene Burger and Jeff's partner-in-crime, Abbi McBride. They’ll share a treasure trove of philosophies and techniques to inject more meaning into your existing routines and transform your magic into something that actually teaches powerful lessons (yes, even your aunt’s card trick can do more than just disappear). So polish your act and soak up the wisdom from these masters of the craft.
DISC 1: MAGICIAN 24/7
EFFECTS
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TRIBAL PIERCING - An impromptu shocker! Push your thumb through your ear—just listen for the screams!
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MAGIC WISHING RAINBOW - Your participant’s wish comes true with a surprise gift! A lesson in eye contact and engagement (not just staring blankly).
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RAINBOW TO DOLLAR - Conjure a rainbow from thin air and transform it into real money your participant can keep! (Cha-ching!)
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WISHING RAINBOW/RAINBOW TO ROSE - The magic rainbow reappears and transforms into a rose. A heart-melter for sure!
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MAGIC BUBBLES - Enchanted bubbles that come alive in your participant's hand! This trick can silence crying kids and score you an airline upgrade!
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HINDU ROPE / RISING CARD - A rising card that’s so immaculate, it’s practically divine. Better than most gaffed deck tricks.
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THE BEAD & STRING MYSTERY - Break free from bondage! A liberating ritual that empowers your participants to set their minds free (and maybe their lunch too).
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WORLD'S FASTEST HANDS - Jeff’s super speedy card opener: two participants’ cards revealed in the blink of an eye. A close-up illusion that defies all logic.
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NO SMOKING - A magical performance aimed at healing and possibly empowering your mates to quit smoking (because why not?).
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THE POD BELT - Jeff reveals his survival accessory belt, packed with more gadgets than Batman’s utility belt!
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McWALLET - The signed card appears inside a wallet that’s tucked away in a zippered pouch! A practical Card in Wallet that can bamboozle anyone.
DISCUSSIONS
Magician 24/7
Audience Participation
Flight Time
21st Century Street Magic with Eugene Burger
Definition of Magician
BONUS MATERIAL
Meet Jeff McBride
The Shaman's Drum
McTip #1
DISC 2: SURVIVAL MAGIC
EFFECTS
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HOUDINI STRAIGHTJACKET - Abbi Spinner McBride’s performance and explanation of the Houdini Straightjacket Challenge, with Eugene Burger providing some historical spice to this pack-small, play-big illusion.
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THE MAGNETIC CARDS - A modern take on Nate Leipzig’s mind-blowing card levitation. Prepare to be entranced!
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HEART CONNECTION - Forge deep personal connections with two signed cards. More than a trick—it’s real magic from the heart (cue the warm fuzzies).
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PRISNA'S DANCING CANE - A cultural evolution of the dancing cane (performance only, folks).
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THE SHARK FIN PIN - This sneaky little illusion will have even seasoned magicians scratching their heads! A safety pin pierces your jacket and leaves no trace—voilà!
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SAMINA'S "INTO GOLD" - A lesson in alchemy from the scintillating sorceress that teaches you to turn lead into gold in your participant's palm.
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TRASH TO TREASURE - An eco-friendly magic experience that turns rubbish into glitter. A little green magic!
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BUSINESS CARD CONNECTION - Jeff shares his impromptu business card effects that guarantee your card is kept and remembered (because nobody wants to be forgotten).
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MCQUICK TIP TRICK - A super-fast impromptu production and transformation of cards and cash. Your participant keeps the dosh, and your reputation skyrockets!
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McMINT - An ultra-modern Signed Card to Impossible Location using a breath mint case. It’s a mini-illusion and Jeff’s go-to closer in his close-up set.
DISCUSSIONS
Traveling with Props
Less-on
Interview with Sensei Strange
BONUS MATERIAL
Mystery School
Assistant's Revenge
McTip #2
DISC 3: ART ATTACK
EFFECTS
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THE CHEN LEE MCBURGER WATER SUSPENSION - Water magic that astounds, whether up close, on stage, or in parlour settings. This blend of classic methods and modern twists creates a powerful impromptu effect using stuff you probably already own.
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WATER IN THE NEWSPAPER - Abbi McBride performs her commando-style routine live at Burning Man’s centre camp (performance only, folks).
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JINKS - In a magical duet, Abbi and Jeff present an in-the-hands Wild Card, invented by the brilliant Gordon Bean. Introducing the Spinner Count!
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LISTEN TO THE MUSTN'TS - Inspired by Tracey Atterberry and Shel Silverstein, a tale of hope and courage where blank canvases mysteriously fill with images of your magical potential (deep stuff).
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HERMETIC STAR GAZER - Alan Wong brings you one of the finest rubber band effects of our time. Jeff’s lesson in alchemical geometry with guest participant Stephen Larsen (because why not mix science with magic?).
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SPELLBOUND - Jeff’s pearls of wisdom on this classic coin routine—don’t miss it!
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BURNING MAN IN THE HAND - A cutting-edge take on the classic Okito Wicker Rising Doll. Burn baby burn!
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FIRE RITUAL - A ceremony of enchantment where burning intentions are manifested into reality with a flash of fire (no fire extinguisher needed, we promise).
DISCUSSIONS
About Burning Man
Simplicity
BONUS MATERIAL
Kabuki Magic
McTip #3
TV Commercial
Fire Circle
You’ve seen Jeff McBride on A&E's Mindfreak, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and VH-1's Celebracadabra. Now, catch him performing his magic at one of the wildest gatherings on Earth, the Burning Man Art Festival.
But this isn’t merely a performance video; it’s a thoughtful exploration of the essence of magic itself. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lifestyle of one of the world’s top magicians, and discover how and why he seeks inspiration. Magic at the Edge has something for everyone, with commentary
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