Monthly Archives: June 2024

At a recent gig I was very glad I Pack for Teddy Bear. Pack for Teddy Bear is the phrase I use to describe being ready with props for a routine or two that could feature a kid from the … Continue reading →

You know the ones I mean. They are greeted with a very dismissive tone every time they are brought up in an online magic forum.  And I’d agree.  95% of the time.  Not every gig is the same.  Or related … Continue reading →

I performed the cups and balls regularly in my festival outdoor shows for about a 10 year stretch, from 2000 to 2010. I loved performing the routine and it was appreciated by my audiences. A favorite part were the jokes … Continue reading →

Brutal. Like you probably did, I saw the news of the Vanishing Inc warehouse fire. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but that’s obviously a big hit to the business to recover from. Within 24 hours talk of helping VI through … Continue reading →

One of the best Facebook pages for magicians to chat is Luke Dancy’s All Things Magic. Great chatter, respectful tone, with very little (if any) snark. Nice place. If you’re not a member, consider joining. This question recently came up … Continue reading →