The Mesmerist Review
Surprising turns (it’s OK—no spoilers here!) for this mesmerizing show.
May 2026
Vol. 89, No. 5
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Mailbox: May 2026
Saying a lot about a little, with a request for correspondence
News
The Genii Speak, May 2026
Welcome to the May issue of Genii, The International Conjurors’ Magazine.
Trick Review
The Big Prediction Writer by Robert Malissa
A handy, clever, and deceptive gimmick. What more do you need?
Video Review
A Taste of the Disclaimer by Tom Dobrowolski
A collection of wonderful routines, worthy of your time—and investment.
Book Review
Unclear Guide to Magic by Jack Rhodes
A magnificent series of lessons from a former nuclear engineer.
Book Review
The Ross Johnson Legacy: Hard-Hitting Mentalism by Lawrence Hass with Ross Johnson
A terrific package of hard-hitting mental magic.
Video Review
Avi Yap Masterclass
If you are up for a delightful journey into sleights and mystery, this download is right for you.
Staff Picks
Staff Picks: Bazar de Magia
Visit Argentina’s premier magic company in Buenos Aires
Features
Time Travel with Joe Strong, the Boy Wizard
Meet a (fictional) young magician and learn about his acts of derring do.
Workshop
A Safe Space for Honest Feedback
Sometimes we get feedback whether we ask for it or not; receiving it and filtering out what will make your act better takes practice.
In Practice
The Reverse Cull
A novel handling of a classic move.