Marc DeSouza isn’t just any magician—he’s the sort of wizard that makes even the most jaded audiences sit up and take notice. With a trophy cabinet that would make most magicians green with envy (three First Place wins at the Society of American Magicians competitions, plus three silver medals, and a triple gold medal finalist at the International Brotherhood of Magicians), he knows a thing or two about dazzling a crowd.
This four-volume DVD set is a bit of a departure from Marc’s usual fare. What you’re getting here are the actual routines he’s used to enthrall audiences around the globe. These aren’t just tricks; they’re fully fleshed-out, scripted performances straight from Marc's own show. So, if you’re after the latest flashy card flicks, look elsewhere. But if you want polished magical presentations to tailor to your own style, you’ve hit the jackpot. Every little detail is laid out for you—tricks and the crafty thinking behind them that turns them into magical masterpieces.
No matter if your thing is close-up, parlor, cabaret, or stage magic, you’ll find plenty to sink your teeth into here. We’ve got a modern twist on classical magic, mind-boggling mentalism, and storytelling that could make even the most stoic of audiences chuckle. You’ll not only enjoy the performances but also get a good dose of inspiration. And the best part? Most of these gems are being revealed and taught for the first time!
Volume 4 The History of Magic Through Performance
This is a full-on presentation of Marc’s 90-minute lecture/demonstration that he takes to colleges, historical societies, literary gatherings, and the odd magic conference (because why not?). It’s a multimedia extravaganza that strolls through the history of magic from ancient Egypt to today, sprinkled with performances of ten iconic routines, including:
The Cups and Balls
Cut and Restored Rope
The Egg Bag
Everywhere and Nowhere
The Die Box
Nixon's Checker Cabinet
The Magnetized Cards
The Chinese Sticks
The Linking Rings
The Hydrostatic Glass
Once the curtain closes, you’ll get to go backstage and soak up Marc’s personal handling tips and tricks on these classics. You’ll find full explanations for The Cups and Balls, Cut and Restored Rope, Egg Bag, Everywhere and Nowhere, The Linking Rings, and The Hydrostatic Glass.
