Variety Art’s Place in Magic
Magicians declare that the jugglers always “kill” at magic conventions. My first thought is, of course they do. Not because they are better, but because they are different.
Secrets
Deep dives into method, theory, and trick mechanics—for members only.
In Practice
My Take on the Tabled Faro Shuffle
Sara Rodríguez offers her observations and insights on this elusive shuffle; and why it is sometimes important to pursue a challenge, for the pure joy of it.
Secrets
Thinking Under Pressure
It’s OK: Your subconscious is doing the hard work. And as it works quietly in the background, it saves the day with great ideas, in your time of need.
In Practice
From a House of Cards: A Genii Gem
Here's a terrific trick originally published in Genii by Judson Brown and Charlier Miller with a fun, Sadowitz twist.
In Practice
Inventing Magic with Jim Steinmeyer: Do Not Pass Go
Genii's Jim Steinmeyer joins Blake Vogt and pair tackle a old plot and elevate it to new heights building both routining, and an ending.
Workshop
A Day in the Life of a Traveling Illusion Show
Get the real work on what it takes to set up and tear down a full-evening touring illusion show.
In Performance
The Magic Castle: The Junior Society Celebrates 50 Years
2025 marks an astonishing 50-year anniversary for this very special youth program at The Magic Castle.
Workshop
20 x 3 > 60
The math just doesn't add up. Shorter shows should be simpler, but surprisingly, it's harder than you think.
In Performance
Aiden Sinclair’s Underground
A speakeasy hidden away in the Colorado mountain resort welcomes guests into its subterranean theater.
In Performance
The Magic Castle: Eddie Goldstein—A Party at the Library Bar
A Castle favorite, Eddie Goldstein stops in for a week-long run and in true Eddie for, gets the party started.
In Practice
Dictionary Test
This routine checks every box for a professional piece: it hits hard, it takes up no space, it can be done at any point in the show, requires almost no setup, and lets you move around the stage.
In Practice
The King Thing
Adam Elbaum gives us wonderfully detailed touches on a favorite effect, that will win you points as you present elevated card magic.