{"product_id":"spots-by-michael-ross-mixed-media-download-1","title":"Spots by Michael Ross Mixed Media DOWNLOAD","description":"\u003cp\u003eSPOTS by Michael Ross - Produced by Bill Abbott Magic*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"When I was 14 years old I saw Michael Ross perform at the anniversary party of a local magic shop here in Toronto. One of the pieces he performed was his original presentation and handling for the spot card that baffled me completely. Even though I had a version of the same prop at home, Michael seemed to make the spots appear like magic and more incredibly with audience members on all sides of him! I am so proud to offer Michael's unparalleled routine. I have added this routine to my show and now you can too.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eBill Abbott\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Effect\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Picture this: the performer claims to place the audience under a mild hypnotic spell while demonstrating an optical illusion featuring a card with four(?) sides. Sounds bonkers, right? True to form, the magician unveils a large domino-like card. One side has one spot, the next has four, then three on the third(?) side, and six (?) on the last! This is repeated twice more, followed by an explanation of the psychological and manual manipulation that creates the illusion of a four-sided card. Depending on how the card is held, the spots are either on display or covered by the fingers, leading the audience’s minds to conjure the illusion. But wait, it gets even stranger when the performer reveals that the illusions have morphed into reality, with spots magically appearing at every turn of the card. To wrap it all up, one final twist shows the card bursting with white dots, bringing the routine (and hypnotic spell!) to a mind-blowing conclusion!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eAn Introduction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The spot card is a bit of an unsung hero among professional performers, even having been featured by magic superstar David Copperfield. Michael Ross has crafted the ultimate blend of slick technique and captivating performance, setting his spot card routine apart from the rest. With Michael's handling, you can perform this up close and completely surrounded, just as he has done for over 30 years. Whether you're hitting the streets, entertaining at a house party, or dazzling 2500 folks on a theatre stage, Spots is a truly compact and versatile routine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eComplete pro package includes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e - Printed scripts for both the adult routine and the family routine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA 60 Minutes Online Video featuring:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA Live Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Watch Michael perform the routine for an adult audience at a cozy private party. You’ll see how Spots resonates with today’s audiences in a house party setting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA Personal History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Michael delves into his initial inspiration for the optical illusion presentation, stemming from a Pavel effect, and his dissatisfaction with traditional spot card handling that led to SPOTS—his original spot card technique. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eRoutines, Audiences \u0026amp; Venues\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Michael has wowed every type of audience in every imaginable venue. Kids, families, corporate gigs, comedy clubs—you name it. He explains how he’s used SPOTS as a fantastic segue piece, leading into the Invisible Deck or the Torn \u0026amp; Restored Newspaper effect. The premise, clever patter, all sets the stage for the magic that follows. Michael breaks down the guaranteed laugh points in the routine, how to play the optical illusion for comedic effect, and how to stay two steps ahead of the audience as the spots multiply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eAn Audience Proven Routine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This isn’t just a trick Michael tries out occasionally; SPOTS is a staple in his repertoire, performed for thousands (yes, thousands) of shows over 30 years. He shares how SPOTS became an audience-tested, audience-approved effect through years of fine-tuning. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWhy he prefers The Dynamo Card?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Initially using Tenyo's What's Next spot card, Michael explains why he made the switch to the Nielsen Dynamo spot card. Visibility under various stage lights, better sight lines for the audience, and an extra layer of deception at close quarters make it a winner. Michael’s worked the Dynamo card in venues of 5,000 seats and up close in house parties—it’s a champ in every environment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You can use any such card like Crazy Dots, Dizzy Diamonds, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Mike Close said, \u003ci\u003e\"This is a real solution for this trick.\"\u003c\/i\u003e In fact, this is the only real method for this trick ever released!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe SPOTS Method \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Michael reveals how the standard handling and method for the spot card needed an overhaul to achieve the impact he desired. He shows how to hold the card so it doesn’t block the audience’s view of your face and ensure everyone can see the transformations from any angle—even from behind! The surrounded handling is thoroughly explained, so all secret moves remain invisible, regardless of where your audience is. Even if you don’t plan to perform surrounded, Michael argues that mastering the 'surrounded technique' makes for better rehearsals and overall theatrical prowess. He clarifies vertical and horizontal positioning of the card for psychological impact, ensuring maximum audience engagement. Plus, he dives into precise spot movement and how to adapt on the fly if needed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWalk-Through from The Performer's View\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A complete routine sequence is laid out from the performer’s perspective, helping you nail the crucial hand positions for rehearsal. Every nuance of the routine and the important \"why's\" behind each aspect are explained. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePractice Sequence from the Front \u0026amp; from Behind\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The routine sequence is performed silently from the front (audience view) and then from behind (performer’s view), allowing you to practice along. This will help you lock those hand positions into muscle memory and get you performing faster. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eAdding Glue or Wax to Perfect Your Technique\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Michael shares how he used drops of glue or wax when he first performed the routine to help line up the spots by feel under pressure. This can be a lifesaver when you’re adapting the routine into your repertoire in those initial performances. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eAdult Routine Studio Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The entire routine using the adult script (included) is performed in a studio setting for the camera.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eFamily Routine Studio Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The full family routine with the family script (included) is performed in a studio setting for the camera.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eSet-Up \u0026amp; Prop Placement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Pre-show spot set-up for both sides of the cards. Learn how and where to place the card before your performance for a safe, secure, and exposure-free experience. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eConversation with Bill Abbott\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bill Abbott and Michael Ross chat about their professional relationship over the years and how Michael's performance of SPOTS made a lasting impression on Bill early in his career. A smorgasbord of topics is covered, including; performance commitment vs. strong material, how audiences sometimes resent applause cues, generating laughs by voicing an audience's inner thoughts, letting audiences enjoy the moment, SPOTS as a 'tester' routine for audiences, and much, much more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Ross","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56485554487620,"sku":"dmmichaelspot","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1826\/4644\/files\/76270-full_751f79c8-b514-4977-a7e9-d9693c771c17.png?v=1772962885","url":"https:\/\/www.handpickedmagic.com\/products\/spots-by-michael-ross-mixed-media-download-1","provider":"Hand Picked Magic ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}