by magicdirect | Aug 8, 2017 | Articles, Magic Direct Magazine, Magic News, Uncategorized
As long as there have been wagering games, there have been cheats. And as long as there have been casino cheats, the house has tried to stop them. In this short webisode from The Verge, the incredible card magician Jason England explores some of the subtle techniques...
by magicdirect | Aug 8, 2017 | Articles, Magic Direct Magazine, Magic News, Uncategorized
Travelling the World with Magic Travelling the World with magic, is one of the most enviable perks, and most talked about topics amongst friends, family and magicians alike.When you travel internationally it is highly regarded by your peers, and for the majority of...
by magicdirect | Aug 8, 2017 | Articles, Magic Direct Magazine, Magic News, Uncategorized
In Theory… It has been said that managing the audience’s attention is the aim of all theatre. It is necessary to ensure that the narrative has impact. However it is even more important for magic because without controlling your audience’s attention effectively...
by magicdirect | Aug 8, 2017 | Articles, Magic Direct Magazine, Magic News, Uncategorized
Body Language – an often forgotten asset Our body is a powerful tool. Ladies use body language to influence men. Politicians use body language to influence voters. Salesmen use body language to influence a customer to buy. So it therefore follows that we as magicians...
by magicdirect | Aug 8, 2017 | Articles, Magic Direct Magazine, Magic News, Uncategorized
I can remember very clearly the first time I ever encountered another close-up magician. I’d been working professionally for around 6 months, I had a couple of residencies in local pub/restaurants, and was mainly being booked for wedding receptions at the...
by magicdirect | Aug 8, 2017 | Articles, Magic Direct Magazine, Magic News, Uncategorized
After a full year we have finally managed to pin Matt Daniel-Baker down to release this fantastic effect to the magic community! We know you will love it and more importantly USE it! It’s the epitome of a REAL worker. I know you hear that time and time again but...