Picture this: the crème de la crème of magic, top-notch magicians, and the best producers all gathered in one place.
Well, stop picturing and start learning...
Welcome to the Secrets of CARD ON CEILING!
Master a timeless card trick that will stick in your audience's minds for ages.If there’s one magic DVD collection you should own, this is it! This benchmark set showcases nearly all the classic effects and routines that have stood the test of time. It’s a treasure trove featuring the world's leading magicians teaching their unique spins on magic’s finest tricks—think linking rings, sponge balls, metal bending, cups and balls, thumb tips, Zombie, colour-changing knives, and a whole lot more crammed into this stellar DVD reference set. Each volume hones in on a specific theme, loaded with fresh, vintage, and sometimes rare footage from the top video producers in the magic biz.
Back in the early 20th century, the legendary bar magician Matt Schulien tossed a deck of cards against the wall of his tavern, leaving a spectator's chosen card stuck there. Little did he know he’d stumbled upon one of the most unforgettable card tricks of all time. Since then, magicians have aimed just a tad higher—yep, ceilings—and have been dazzling audiences with one of the few card tricks that packs a massive “wow” factor.
In this volume, you’ll get to know five modern-day legends who have all played vital roles in the evolution of
Card On Ceiling. Doc Eason reveals how to make this trick pop for larger crowds, drawing everyone into the magic. You’ll absorb all the subtle nuances in J. C. Wagner’s version, a staple for bar magicians everywhere (including the great Doc Eason). Karl Norman shares his take, a routine he performed for a whopping 40 years at the iconic Forks Hotel, while Michael Ammar breaks down his approach to this classic, which helped cement his status in magic. Lastly, Scotty York, with his witty and entertaining presentation, demonstrates how to create a gimmick that simplifies the handling of this trick.
Card On Ceiling is a showstopper that will be the talk of the town for years... and on this DVD, you’ll meet the gents who can make sure you’re the magician everyone remembers.
Doc Eason - Card on Ceiling
J. C. Wagner - Entertainment Tacks (courtesy of Meir Yedid)
Karl Norman - Card on Ceiling (courtesy of Meir Yedid)
Michael Ammar - Card on Ceiling
Scotty York - Card on Ceiling (courtesy of Murphy's Magic)
Running Time Approximately 61min
