Learning From Darwin
Reflections on a long-distance phone call, and the lasting influence of a master magician
Viewpoints
Voices on hot topics in the magic world.
Perspectives
Kevin James: The Operation
He appears to cut someone in half—and maybe he does! Here is some fun by the one and only Kevin James…
Perspectives
thenothingexperiment: Painted Into a Corner
An experiment of whimsy and delightful sleight of hand, create a wonderfully refreshing moment of magic.
Perspectives
Silent Manipulators in Conversation: Wonderfully Incorrect
So how do you create the sensation of magic? How do you get to that place on stage?
Perspectives
Jason Alexander On Magic
Jason Alexander is an actor and director who is best known for playing George Costanza on Seinfeld. He shared some insights on his passion for magic.
Voices
You Found an Audience, But Now What?
Instead of trying to impress them or educate them, try making friends.
Perspectives
The Chamber of Secrets: Conradi’s Card Rise
Conradi’s Jumbo Rising Cards, and the gears that make it happen
Voices
“The Medium is the Message”
"I’ve always wanted to conduct an experiment: Why are these three experiences so different? Wouldn’t they be the same?"
Questionnaire
The Genii Questionnaire: R. Paul Wilson
En garde with our quiz, the Scottish magician respects the veils, contemplates Ramsay
Questionnaire
The Genii Questionnaire: David Regal
Confronted by our quiz, the magician/author abandons Hot Rod and wonders about Lisa Noonan.
Coffee With...
Coffee with Steve Cohen
How does Steve Cohen find all those gems in his show, Chamber Magic? What does he have to do to make his magic different?
Voices
What’s the Deal With Hack Lines?
Are you the only one who could deliver that line? Avoid hack material by scripting magic that’s unique to your character.