JERSEY POLKA RICHIE
From time to time, I've performed in big shows with various other artists and performers.
The most memorable shows were the ones where I think I might have had a better time than the audience...
ALLAN CROSSAN
Our customer and friend, the very inventive Allan Crossan performs a unique and surprising version of FIND THE QUEEN!
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OCT-ICAL ILLUSION
Let me show you a very clever way to reveal a selected card...
CUSTOM FIT YOUR THUMB TIP
You asked: "Is there a way to make my thumb tip fit my thumb better?
Why, yes there is! Take a look...
ALLAN CROSSAN
Our customer and friend, the talented Michael Medvigy performs a jawdropping version of the CENTER DEAL!
ENTERTAINING THE QUEEN
Wherever I go I am always ready to entertain.
Strolling through the Lake Anna Renaissance Faire, I met the Queen of the Faire.
It was the perfect opportunity to entertain the entertainers...
ALLAN CROSSAN
Our customer and friend, the very clever Allan Crossan performs an entertaining version of ANOTHER HAT TRICK!
BLACKBIRD
"Blackbird" was written by Paul McCartney in 1968, and released on their legendary "White Album".
It is among the top ten most recorded songs of all time.
And here is another recording by me!
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COINFOUNDING BOX
Let me show you a piece of closeup equipment that's quickly become one of my personal favorites...
CHANGING GEARS
You've spent loads of time writing and rehearsing the perfect show- and then IN THE MIDDLE OF YOUR PERFORMANCE something throws a monkey wrench into the works!
>This does not have to spell disaster for you, if you are prepared for the unexpected...
Alexanderia the Great, Escape Artist
Alexanderia and I teamed up for a show called HOUDINI NOW in 2014.
Here are two clips from this show...
REHEARSING FOR THE UNDERWATER ESCAPE
It was late October, and Alexanderia needed a place to rehearse her underwater breathing control on the day before performing in our Houdini Now show.
But where to find a rehearsal spot, especially one where the media could come and watch?
DIRK'S POOL!
Our customer and friend, the clever Trey Paterson performs a stage version of the CHOP CUP!
What better way to show how big a giant is than to demonstrate how big his finger is in comparison to yours!
Let me show you some vintage giant's rings from my collection...
Our customer and friend, the very funny Bob Hargrave performs a lively holiday routine with the TRICK BOTTLES!
TORNA A SORRIENTO
An Italian classic! Here's the story about playing the song for Enzo, the Catskills club owner who was also Elvis' Number One Fan...
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STRUNG OUT
Let me show you a trick that's been around for over 100 years...
CARNIVAL OF WONDERS SIDESHOW
Here is the FULL one-hour production of the Carnival Of Wonders, performed in the intimate Gateway Theater in 2013.
The show was scaled down to fit the venue, but actually it is my favorite performance of this show...
BACKSTAGE before the CARNIVAL OF WONDERS SHOW!
Sideshow Steve gives Electra and me some important and much needed last minute tips on performance day.
Bloopers happen!
Yes, we DID have a big fire extinguisher ready!
LEMONS INTO LEMONADE!
It happens to all of us.
The performing situation is not ideal, or the spectator is not cooperating.
Time to think on your feet! And just maybe it will turn out better than you could imagine...
Our friend, the legendary ROCCO, performs his jawdropping manipulation act in this clip from a 2017 performance in Macau!
Broadly speaking, magic as a hobby embraces more than just the usual magic tricks and props.
Magicians are also fascinated by unusual and sometimes bizarre gimmicks, games and- stuff!
Let me show you some vintage novelty items from my collection...
