WGM PROFESSORS NIGHTMARE by Murphy's Magic

Ever seen magic that gets everyone on board? That’s the Professor's Nightmare for you. It’s got it all!

You can roll it out as a classy performance piece or a full-on giggle-fest for the kids! It’s ridiculously visual and can be done surrounded by punters (so no hiding behind curtains!). Picture this: three ropes of different lengths magically syncing up to the same size, then—poof—they revert back! It’s no wonder Professor's Nightmare is a staple in the magic world; it leaves audiences gobsmacked. And guess what? Everything’s up for inspection before and after the show—no sneaky switches or extra gimmicks lurking about.

You’ll be schooled by SIX incredible performers, each with their own twist on this classic. Funnyman Michael Finney kicks things off with his version, polished from countless nights in comedy clubs—he’ll drop some golden nuggets of wisdom to make your routine both easier and bang on.

Next up is Dan Fleshman with a cracking walk-around version that’ll fit snugly into any strolling magician’s repertoire. The legendary Bob Read shows how to take a well-trodden effect and really make it sing, while Al Schneider brings this classic to the close-up table with his own flair.

Marc DeSouza then takes the stage with a routine set to music, weaving together ideas that start and finish with a single length of rope (it’s like a rope symphony!). Dan Tong wraps it all up by kicking off with one piece of rope, diving into the Professor's Nightmare sequence, and then finishing with a fully restored rope—ideal for working large tables while mingling with the crowd.

This set comes complete with high-quality, ultra-white rope with sealed ends (fraying? Not on our watch!), plus comprehensive online instructions.