Magic Tricks

I’ve been doing magic professionally for more than 50 years. As I’ve gotten older, it’s become more challenging to carry lots of equipment and heavy props. I’m looking for solid material that uses minimal props. I also want to freshen up my show with some new material that’s upbeat, engaging, mysterious and meaningful for the audience.

Paul Draper’s “Live Show” Penguin lecture gave me all that and more. It’s a classic “lost luggage” show, but this material is likely to be stronger than some of your existing material. Using paper, pens, paper currency, fortune cookies and even a bottle of vodka (!), Paul creates a show full of practical, effective mental magic.

But the real secrets here aren’t the tricks. You’ll watch a master showman give a clinic in performing a visually appealing, dynamic, funny and fun MENTALISM show. Paul’s engagement with the audience, his enthusiasm, his sense of humor are all worth noting. But you’ll also see great show construction, seamless transitions, and how to build to a standing ovation. There’s so much more here than just tricks.

I highly recommend this lecture, not only for anyone who wants to learn how to make the most with the fewest props, but also for anyone who simply wants to make their show better.