"Those effects in which an inanimate object moves without any visible cause are perhaps the most mysterious and effective in all magic. Such a trick more than any other seems like real magic, especially when it is accomplished...at close range directly under the noses of the spectators." And, with these words, which introduced a key chapter in his classic book, Pet Secrets, Al Baker began an entirely new sub-genre of magic.
On this DVD, you’ll find six modern maestros of magic who’ve spun up some absolute wonders using invisible threads (the kind you can’t see, not the ones that come with drama). First off, Jeff McBride kicks things off with his hands-off take on the rising card, a trick that’s earned him a solid reputation. Following him is Michael Ammar, who floats a bill so well it left Johnny Carson speechless. Next up, Eugene Burger makes a selected card mysteriously crawl out of a hat — because why not? — while Jeff Sheridan brings a small capsule to life and levitates a spectator’s ring (yes, that’s right, a spectator’s ring, no pressure there!). Harry Allen showcases his version of Steve Dusheck’s classic floating bar, and Dan Harlan demonstrates his psychokinetic prowess with a spoon that gets examined more than your average magician’s wallet.
The journey to nailing thread-based magic is a bit like trying to walk a tightrope while juggling flaming swords (not that I’d recommend that). Most audiences will have a pretty good guess at how these tricks are done, whether it’s a dollar bill doing a little dance or David Copperfield flying about like he owns the place. As the legendary Carl Ballantine would say, "How else...?" But fear not! With these fine magicians guiding you, you'll soon be adding these astonishing routines to your own collection of miracles — and doing it the right way!
Kundalini Rising - Jeff McBride Floating Bill - Michael Ammar Card and Hat - Eugene Burger Cold Capsule - Jeff Sheridan Wonderbar - Harry Allen Psychic Spoon / Electric Fingers - Dan Harlan
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