Viewpoints - Genii Magic (Page 2)

Viewpoints

Coffee with... Derren Brown

Touring with a new stage show, Derren Brown reflects on the quiet magic of cafes, the chaos-taming power of writing, and the deeper responsibilities of live performance. “It’s not about tricks,” he says, “it’s about holding the room—even when everything goes wrong.”

Genii Magazine

Voices

What a German Philosopher Might Tell You About Your Audiences

Magic depends on reality to make the impossible feel real. In this piece, a magician-philosopher explores how magic can awaken us from nihilism.

Krystyn Lambert

Questionnaire

The Genii Questionnaire: Topas

Topas, the multiple FISM-award winning magician, a specialist in sleight-of-hand and stage magic, has amazed audiences around the world with his creative approach to the art. This spring, he premieres his new show in his native Germany.

Genii Magazine

Viewpoints

Eclectica: The Search for an Audience & The Value of Individuality

A chance phone alert sparks reflections on a lifetime in magic—from first tricks for friends to London’s vibrant scene today. Finding your voice, performing for real people, and chasing the thrill—that’s the journey. And yes, the card still needs to get to the top.

Chris Power