Marc DeSouza is like the rock star of magic, having snagged some of the most coveted trophies in the biz. We're talking three First Place wins in both stage and close-up competitions from the Society of American Magicians, along with three shiny silver medals from the same lot. And let's not forget his three gold medal finalist spots in stage magic at the International Brotherhood of Magicians competition, where he also bagged first place in close-up magic. So, yeah, he knows a thing or two about impressing the crowd.
This four-volume DVD set is a bit of a twist on what you might've seen from Marc before. These are the very routines he’s used to wow audiences around the globe. Fully scripted and routined, these presentations are fresh out of Marc's performance playbook—real magic that leaves folks gobsmacked. If you’re after the latest card flicks, you might want to keep scrolling. But if crafted magical performances that you can make your own sound good, you're in the right spot. Every little detail is laid out; it’s not just about the tricks, but the magic-making mindset behind them.
Close-up, parlor, cabaret, or stage—there’s something here to tickle your fancy. Think of it as classical magic given a modern twist, with mind-blowing mentalism and storytelling that will keep you on the edge of your seat. You’ll be entertained and inspired by the performances, and then you’ll get the inside scoop on these Master Works of Conjuring—many of which are being revealed and taught for the first time.
Volume 2
Mentalism, Metalism and Ghostly Visitations
NEWSPAPER PREDICTION - A killer method for a classic effect. A double sheet of newspaper gets torn up, and an audience member eliminates pieces in the fairest way possible. They place their finger on the piece they’re holding and read the word aloud. An envelope, held by another audience member throughout, is opened to reveal...well, you’ll just have to see it to believe it. So clean...and deviously clever!
UPC OUTDONE - The barcode gag has been around since the 70s, and it usually ends up just being a laugh. But now there's a real payoff where an item is selected in a free manner and then revealed in a bold, visual prediction. This is the real deal for mentalists and magicians alike.
MOTHER OF A WALLET - This is the grand finale of Marc's multi-phase book test routine. It’s a brilliant, hands-off method that closes any book test with style. A book is opened to any page, and a word is merely thought of. The performer jots down their impression and places it aside. Another audience member tries to read the first participant's mind—usually to no avail. But fear not! The performer reveals the word they wrote down.
BABY HUGH-Y - One of Marc's personal favourites. He made a room full of magicians lose their minds at the 2008 4F convention with this one. It kicks off as the classic Baby Gag, but then takes a surprising turn that’s hilarious and a genuine fooler. Worth every penny of the set, trust me!
LINKING FINGER RINGS - Many have tried their hand at this classic effect, but none quite like this. It uses a few known ideas, but a Tim Conover twist takes it up a notch. Marc uses the Joe Porper version of the Himber Ring and shows his handling with that set, plus teaches it with the more standard Himber Ring.
GHOST BOX - This begins with Dean Dill's Box, but trust me, it’s just the start. This 11-minute presentation revolves around a real haunted house—yes, you read that right. The box is made from wood that came from the actual house. The routine kicks off with Dean's sequences (not taught here) involving drapery tie-backs, a candle snuffer, and a napkin ring. Then, knotted napkins untie themselves—first behind closed doors, then right in front of everyone, with the box wide open. The grand finale? A book test with slates where the selected page vanishes from the book and appears between the slates, with the chosen words written on them too. It’s practically a whole act on its own.
FLOATING TABLE (performance only) - A stunning presentation of Losander's floating table. This is a seven-and-a-half-minute, fully scripted performance based on the history of spiritualism. The moment the table floats? Pure magic—often causing participants to scream in delight.
BONUS: TOUR OF MARC'S MAGIC COLLECTION
Running Time Approximately: 2hr 07mins
