The Invisible Deck - Ah, the classic! You know the one: a card named at random is the only face-down card in a face-up deck. But you won't believe your eyes when you see the performance. Michael has taken inspiration from legends like Bruce Cervon, Allan Ackerman, and Steve Beam to craft a streamlined handling using just a regular deck of cards. The magic community has been buzzing about this trick, and now you’ll finally get the inside scoop.
The Smiling Mule - A gem from Roy Walton. Michael has done away with that one pesky "oops" moment, resulting in a routine that’s as stunning as it is practical. Ideal for close-up or stand-up, this is a staple for many top card magicians.
The Ooh-Ah Bird - Give your digits a bit of a rest. This is your go-to trick for kids in restaurants. It’s simple, colourful, humorous, and leaves the little ones with an origami souvenir. Plus, you’ll get some nifty tips on the time-honoured Cross-the-Cut Force. If you're just dipping your toes into card magic, this one's a winner.
The Pothole Trick - Now we’re talking! This trick is the talk of the town and for good reason—it's mind-blowing. There are loads of "moving hole" tricks, but none pack the punch or leave a lasting impression quite like The Pothole Trick. If you could actually move holes, this is how it would look. And the kicker? Spectators walk away with your business card in an impossible condition. Even if you’re not a magician, handing out business cards will never be the same. This is one of Michael's prized routines, and he’s revealing the method for the first time on video—plus some never-before-seen secrets. Worth every penny!
Dr. Strangetrick - This handling for Card Warp might just be the most jaw-dropping and convincing version out there. Designed to leave even the sharpest spectators scratching their heads, this is Michael's favourite opener. For the first time, everything is on the table—no secrets held back.
The Judah Shoelace Routine - A clever twist on a classic penetration effect. Stewart Judah’s trick fell out of favour due to a paper straw requirement, but Michael’s got a simple fix that makes it a breeze to carry.
A Trick for O'Brien - George Orwell would have loved this one. With a nod to “who controls the present controls the past; who controls the past controls the future,” this prediction effect rises to the level of miracle. The principle here can be applied to many other tricks.
The Imagination Tester - A quirky origami effect where a paperfold of a belt buckle magically becomes real.
Tut Tut - Four widely-spaced Aces gather to trap a chosen card. This sneaky little number allows you to shuffle the deck multiple times and still be set for memorised deck mysteries.
Myopia - Almost like real mind reading. Two spectators think of cards, and with just one question, you can name them instantly.
The Birthday Book - A spectator picks a card, and a date book is shown with a playing card next to each date. The card by the spectator's birthday? The exact same one they selected. Michael Close has wowed both magicians and laymen with this method worldwide.
Volume 2 Contains:
Pink Floyd - Watch the backs of four jokers change from blue to red and back again. An ideal opener that resets in a jiffy! Pink Floyd is a masterclass in logical and efficient card handling.
Renaldo the Great - A routine for the classic Chinese Prayer Vase that’s guaranteed to stump your magic mates and that cheeky kid in the audience. This hilarious routine is a must for table hopping.
The El Cheepo Magic Club - Based on Paul Harris' Flash Fold, this is a brilliant routine for kids that leaves your business card with the parents. El Cheepo also offers a lesson in presentation to mask methodological quirks.
Coda Chrome - An unbelievable three-way coincidence that will leave both magicians and laymen baffled. Based on Stewart James' work, Coda Chrome elevates the concept of “outs” to new heights.
Chicken Teriyaki - A beautifully crafted Copper-Silver transposition that seamlessly integrates a gaff. Perfect for walk-around, and the magic unfolds right in the spectator's hands.
You Hue - A Wild Card routine that uses the spectator's name and a freely chosen colour marker. You Hue showcases clever outs, and the gaff can be repurposed for various effects. A real showstopper!
Red Blue Mama Fooler - The name may be a mouthful, but the effect is killer. The audience names any card, and amidst the red cards, there’s a lone blue-backed card: it's the named card! And for a kicker, a blue deck reveals a single red-backed card—the named card again.
The Wishing Trick - This is the clever trick Michael Close devised to get comfy with a memorised deck. Charming in execution, and you’ll pick up key techniques for handling the memorised deck.
The Haunted Deck - Anyone can name a card, and without any overt manipulation, the deck cuts itself right to it. Another gem for the memorised deck, this can also be performed without one. Michael adds a visual flair that makes it seem like the deck has a life of its own.
Reverse Logic - The ideal strolling performer’s card routine: a series of mind-boggling card reversals. This modular routine lets you stop at any point, still leaving a strong finish.
26 Cents Worth of Change - A rarity in magic: a truly impromptu coin trick. Two dimes go through an array of logical changes, culminating in the magician holding just a penny. Another fantastic strolling routine.
Flying Home - This is Michael Close's take on the classic "Homing Card" effect. A signed card flies to the pocket twice, and as a final twist, the entire deck follows—leaving only the signed card behind.
Volume 3 Contains:
Erma la Fource - This method for the classic "Oscar" trick will stump both magicians and laymen. The magician makes a prediction: The Name of Your Card is Erma! The spectator names any card and deals through the deck themselves, revealing a single "Erma" card—it's the one they named.
Tamariz Rabbits - Michael Close's routine for Juan Tamariz' popular packet trick. Michael's tweaked it so there’s no need to switch cards from your pocket, while still retaining maximum changes. A fantastic trick for kids!
The Unreality Machine - Here’s another quirky origami effect, featuring a bizarre transposition between an origami snowball and a pack of matches. The climax resembles "morphing."
Close's Clones - A restaurant routine that delivers big laughs with minimal effort. It's topical, funny, and incredibly commercial.
Down for the Count - A delightfully amusing routine that’s a cinch to perform. The magician proves beyond doubt that someone at the table is a vampire—yes, really.
The Card, the Forehead, and the Saltshaker - This is one of Michael Close's all-time favourites, and a masterpiece of audience management. For the first time, every detail is explained on video. Audiences everywhere have raved about this routine; now you can learn all the ins and outs from Michael Close himself.
Too Ahead - A three-phase coin routine that exemplifies clever routining. Done standing, it’s tailor-made for table hopping. The subtle handling involved has left some of the best magicians scratching their heads, and it can be applied to other effects.
Four-Card Reiteration - Dan Garrett’s brilliant routine that offers a masterclass in card handling. Includes a discussion on palming and Michael's utility move, The Last Card Push.
The Lie Detector - The most commercial version yet.
Volume 4 Contains:
The Big Surprise - The ultimate way to kick off and wrap up your show. A funny and seamless handling of
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