Stapled
A snappy opener utilizing a novel gimmick.
In Practice
Articles focused on rehearsal, technique, scripting, and craft development.
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The Spectator Cheats
The spectator secretly exchanges a poker hand for a winning hand.
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Instant (Soup) Miracle
A signed bill travels into packet of instant soup.
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Smoking Faro
The deck starts to smoke while trying to faro shuffle the cards.
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The Mueller Handling of the Tebe (Bertram) Change
A very visual color change.
In Practice
Inventing Magic With Michael Carbonaro
Riffing on a clever commercial trick, the pair of magicians develop a creative card revelation routine.
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Magicana, April 2026
Magic editor Benjamin Barnes kicks off the column with magic from Chicago.
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Paper Balls Over the Head
A classic of classics. It never gets old, and always wins smiles from audiences.
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The Miracle Fold
A one-handed version of a great utility move that can be applied in many routines.
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Los Bailarines
Here’s a snappy, flourish-forward ace routine, inspired by a Paul Harris classic.
In Practice
Oops! (When Something Goes Wrong But Is Still Magical)
A stand-up card magic mystery with a handkerchief and a razor blade.
In Practice
Bob Stencel’s Dream
A dream-inspired sleight leads to a satisfying handling for a slip cut and a push-through shuffle