Shelly Shazam: Merging Magic and Musical Theater
Using magic and music to inspire connectivity and to find that spark within!
July 2026
Vol. 89, No. 7
News
The Genii Speak, July 2026
Reflecting on Singapore and twisted aces
Mailbox
Mailbox: July 2026
Standing against manufactured standing ovations
The Eye
Micah Lasher Running for Congress
How magic gave this politician an inside edge.
Perspectives
The Magician’s Choice: An Art Exhibition
Magicians and art curators have more in common than you might expect.
In Performance
Speakeasy Magick
The experience is one of the most secret and sought-after shows in New York City.
The Magic Castle
This Weird and Crazy Ride
Distance makes the heart grow fonder for the “weird”—and the wonderful.
Perspectives
Stylish Characters in Conversation: Character Develops Slowly
Your character should drive every choice you make and your choices should inform your character.
Workshop
What’s Love Got to Do With It?
Pete McCabe explains how to make an audience love a trick like you do.
Workshop
Tales From the Secret Diaries of Kid Show Magicians
Sometimes things go very right, sometimes, not so much.
Video Review
Tom Stone Masterclass
A wide-ranging, creative lecture that is enjoyable and inspires.
Video Review
Wolfgang Moser Masterclass
Thoughtful routines using classic plots and effective methods. And pochettes.