The Sum: A New Idea for The Magic Square
Reimagining a popular and clever magic plot as a card trick.
In Practice
Articles focused on rehearsal, technique, scripting, and craft development.
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Pocketful of Miracles
From hand to pocket, many magical moments are packed into this sequence.
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Imaginative Reality
An impossible card location with an added twist.
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The Next Spot Card
A fresh take on an old favorite, with a fun and surprise ending.
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Inventing Magic With Kyle Marlett
Kyle Marlett joins Blake to invent a new idea and talk about the challenges of creating magic on the road
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Unshaved Triumph
A young magician’s take on a beloved classic of card magic.
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Card to Box Transpo
An impromptu transposition of two cards, with one card sealed inside the card box.
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A Glance Over the Shoulder
Markus Zink shares his idea to use a simple prop in the Paper Balls Over the Head routine.
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Inventing Magic With Eric Jones
From cruise ship performances, to being “at the ready,” to magic with coins.
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Slow Filtration
A single coin slowly melts through the surface of the table before landing with an audible clang in a metal bowl held beneath the tabletop.
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Around the World in 60 Days
Reaching out to an international group of friends creates a wonderful collection of global magic.
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Resonancia (Simplified)
A rising card routine with a practical method and an intriguing presentation.