The Stories Onstage at MAGIC Live
This year's convention was all about “stories.” The shows and lectures gave guests plenty to think about, and plenty more to remember
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Long-form stories, profiles, and investigations into the world of magic.
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Una Vida Para La Magia, An Appreciation
A pair of excerpts from the Spanish-edition of David Bamberg’s autobiography, with an appreciation from Roberto Mansilla.
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Living the Dream
Mat Franco’s family magic show celebrates a 10-year Vegas run at The Linq, and Genii finds how what he’s been up to since winning AGT.
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Stan Allen on MAGIC Live
How do you plan a magic extravaganza for 1,600 magicians in Las Vegas? Stan Allen shares insights on his ideas and inspirations.
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The Madness of the Die Box
That damned sucker trick that seemed to define the conjurer’s craft through the 20th century.
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Jason Latimer's Impossible Science
“The reality is: Wonder changes the world. I remind people that the right question changes everything. I truly believe that. And that question could come from any child, anywhere.”
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Postcards from FISM
The audience in Torino certainly had things to write home about. Lupe Nielsen attended the festivities in Italy and reported back to Genii on the amazing talent, the unexpected surprises, and the controversies.
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Street Magic in Torino
Outside in the blazing sun, making small talk in a foreign language while executing sleight-of-hand with your adrenaline racing, as you fight for first place at a first ever competition. Welcome to street magic in Torino.
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Competing at the World Championship of Street Magic
Just how does one prepare for such a competition? Here are some insights and take-aways from a finalist of the first competition of its kind.
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Studio Noir: Behind the Lens with Zakary Belamy
The Paris-based photographer reveals the genesis and inspiration for his forthcoming book, The Magic of Studio Noir
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Can You Teach Me That?
Ten years ago, world-class illusionist Kevin Spencer turned his focus to using magic to help those with disabilities. His work has impacted thousands, with more to come.
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Charlie Winn’s Educated Pig
This pig, a 19th-century American star of fairgrounds, appeared to be a mathematician, a linguist, and a mindreader.