Monthly Archives: June 2023

I recently received a question from a magician that ordered my new book, The Show Is The Mother Of Invention: Advice On Packing Small, Playing Big, And Living Large. I ordered your new book. Does it have any pictures of … Continue reading →

Years back I was performing at a country club holiday party. Beautiful, swanky event. Ninety-five percent adults, with a few kids present. One was an eight year old girl. I ask her to help me with a trick. “Hello, young … Continue reading →

Props have mass & volume, the twin enemies of packing small. Do you know what doesn’t have mass & volume? A funny line that gets a big laugh and that would score in nearly every show. Trouble is, it’s easy … Continue reading →

Bill Cook is a friend, and talented magician, with performances on Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, and most relevant to this post, cruise ships. Recently Bill shared this lighting hack online and when I read it I immediately messaged him … Continue reading →