1,929 entries in Articles / Theory & Essays
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The Visible Invisible writing is washed from mirror and appears again on it, breathing glass, anecdote of a a magician who performed the routine and got caught by the audience, on originality
1784 26
Henri Decremps Préambule du Testament et principes généraux Testament which scrupulously respects the prescriptions of the written law and the custom of Paris. It is intended to bequeath, to its heir readers, that instructions and knowledge.
It also contains thirteen rules of presentation
1786 1
Professor Hoffmann Introduction some rules for conjuring
1876 1
Professor Hoffmann The Value of Personal Instruction
1876 40
Professor Hoffmann Concealing the Cause
1876 69
Professor Hoffmann The "Click" and Delaying the Effect
1876 155
Professor Hoffmann Electrical Tricks general comments
1876 480
Professor Hoffmann Concluding Observations
  • Hints as to Working up Tricks
  • Arrangement of Programme
  • Stage Arrangements
  • Parting Counsels
1876 502
Professor Hoffmann Sleeve as Explanation for Spectators
1890 211
Friedrich W. Conradi-Horster On Accidental Convincers
1896 25
Carl Willmann On Common Objects avoiding apparatus and using apparent everyday objects, see also p. 122 of Vol. 2
Apr. 1896
Die Zauberwelt (Vol. 2 No. 4)
62
Carl Willmann, David Devant Wie Devant einen Ring vertauscht long intro about apparatus vs. sleight-of-hand, ring switch in which ring is put on second finger and duplicate is already on bent-in first finger, fingers switched while walking on stage
Sep. 1897
Die Zauberwelt (Vol. 3 No. 9)
139
Friedrich W. Conradi-Horster Schule der Magie - Einleitung "School of Magic - Introduction"
on psychology of magic, active and passive deception, positive and negative deception
Related to Jan. 1898
Der Zauberspiegel (Vol. 3 No. 7)
98
Friedrich W. Conradi-Horster Schule der Magie second part of introduction, on palming, misdirection
Related to Feb. 1898
Der Zauberspiegel (Vol. 3 No. 8)
113
Friedrich W. Conradi-Horster Schule der Magie third part, on holding the hand correctly when a larger object is apparently in it
Related to Mar. 1898
Der Zauberspiegel (Vol. 3 No. 9)
129
Friedrich W. Conradi-Horster Schule der Magie fourth part, more on the false transfer
Related to Apr. 1898
Der Zauberspiegel (Vol. 3 No. 10)
145
Friedrich W. Conradi-Horster Schule der Magie fifth part
Related to May 1898
Der Zauberspiegel (Vol. 3 No. 11)
162
C. Vogel, Carl Willmann Eine neue Volte mit einer Hand "Die Kartenschule von Carl Willmann"
part three of description, on delaying the pass, comparing practicing with piano playing
Related to Feb. 1899
Die Zauberwelt (Vol. 5 No. 2)
20
S. W. Erdnase Uniformity of Action
Related to 1902 22
S. W. Erdnase Deportment
Related to 1902 22
S. W. Erdnase Display of Ability
Related to 1902 23
S. W. Erdnase Effect of Suspicion
Related to 1902 24
S. W. Erdnase Acquiring the Art
Related to 1902 24
S. W. Erdnase Importance of Details
Related to 1902 25
Charles Lang Neil The Principles of Natural Magic
1902 19
Charles Lang Neil Manner and Gesture
1902 23
Charles Lang Neil The Conjurer's Clothes for men & for ladies
1902 27
Professor Hoffmann, Professor Anderson Excessive Use of Apparatus
1903 172
Professor Hoffmann What is Best?
1903 222
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli II. Die moderne magische Kunst on the modern magic art
  • Definition
  • Einst und Jetzt
  • Ratschläge
1903 10
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli III. Die Elemente der Täuschung "the elements of deception"
  • Die physikalischen Hilfsmittel
  • Optische Täuschungen (optical)
  • Akustische Täuschungen (acoustic)
  • Gefühlstäuschung (touch)
1903 15
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli Die psychologischen Hilfsmittel "psychological aids"
  • Die Finte
  • Die Idee-Assoziation
  • Der Vortrag
  • Die gezwungene Wahl
1903 28
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli Die Grundregeln seven rules of magic
1903 40
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli I. Der Salon als Zauberbühne setting of the room
1903 47
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli VI. Der Regiezettel "director notes", systematically writing routines down to have to have a check sheet when preparing it (trick, props, preparation, help)
1903 65
John Northern Hilliard, T. Nelson Downs Don'ts tips
1909 347
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli Ueber den Wert der magischen Kunst general thoughts on magic
1926 5
Jack Merlin Theory short
1927/28 3
Jack Merlin Practice on practice and other theory aspects
1927/28 3
Nelson Hahne The Theory of Deception
1930 8
Nelson Hahne Method of Analysis
1930 13
Lu Brent A Waste Paper Basket Advice on using an ornamental waste paper basket on stage for throwing away paper so as to remove suspicion, instead of throwing the paper off-stage
1932 5
Jean Hugard Introduction - The Importance of Showmanship
1935 7
Theodore Annemann Think It Over! tips on props and performing
May 1936
The Jinx (Issue 20)
111
Theodore Annemann Think It Over! tips on props and performing
June 1936
The Jinx (Issue 21)
119
Theodore Annemann Suggested Programs No. One - A Club Act of Magic combining some tricks of the Jinx into a program
1936
The Jinx (Issue Summer Extra 1936)
133
Theodore Annemann Suggested Programs No. Two - A Mental Club Act combining some tricks of the Jinx into a program
Aug. 1936
The Jinx (Issue 23)
143
Jean Hugard Finger Practice Practice routine to master the thimble thumb palm
Related to 1936 5
Jean Hugard Easy Moves With One Thimble describes four short sequences with one thimble, with some advice on how to execute thimble sleights and magic
1936 6
Jean Hugard Advanced Finger Practice Practice routine to master the different thimble palms
1936 19
Victor Farelli For Artists Only Talks about culling, patter, misdirection, plot, selection of cards, building a programme, and building routines
1936 7
Victor Farelli "Culling" Talks about how culling should be done, mentions Louis Nikola and how he stacks his deck during the course of another routine, also mentions Erdnase's stock securing and cull shuffling
Related to 1936 12
Victor Farelli Lady Volunteer Assistants Short essay on how women in the audience should be treated, and why they should probably never be chosen to come on stage, or even pick a card
1936 26
Theodore Annemann Suggested Programs No. Three - A Magical Club Routine combining some tricks out of the Jinx into a program
Mar. 1937
The Jinx (Issue 30)
194
Theodore Annemann Suggested Routines No. Four - A No Card Mystery Act combining some tricks of the Jinx into a program
July 1937
The Jinx (Issue 34)
230
Ellis Stanyon The Stanyon Lessons for the Cups and Balls part 2, discussing props, servante, misdirection
Sep. 1937
The Jinx (Issue 36)
241
Theodore Annemann Suggested Routines No. Five - "No Code" Telepathy combining some tricks of the Jinx into a program
Nov. 1937
The Jinx (Issue 38)
252
David "Fu Manchu" Bamberg Stage Presentation tips on stage presentation, discussing:
  • Stage Entrance
  • Settings
  • The Opening Illusion
  • The Follow On
  • Patter
  • Balance
  • Assistants
  • Audience Work
  • Routining
  • Apparatus
  • Working to Magicians
  • The Climax
  • Résumé
1938 936
Orville Wayne Meyer Suggested Routine No. 6 - "Strictly Impromptu" combining some card tricks of the Jinx into a program
Oct. 1938
The Jinx (Issue 49)
344
Theodore Annemann A 68 Cent Patent tip on patenting, see page 456
Oct. 1939
The Jinx (Issue 62)
441
Oscar Weigle, Robert Parrish A Club Routine of General Magic routine of tricks in the book
1939 75
Jean Hugard Introduction - Extempore Magic essay on impromptu magic, special props and magic that happens as a side note, with examples by Tarbell
1939 11
Jean Hugard, Frederick Braue Misdirection
Also published here 1940 423
Paul Rosini Etchings in Magic Rosini writes about his influences in magic
1940
The Jinx (Issue 105)
629
Oscar Thomson Memory Aid for Programs remembering the order of tricks
1940
The Jinx (Issue 111)
664
Theodore Annemann Playing Card Squiggles drawing contest
1940
The Jinx (Issue 115)
681
George Johnson Your Magical Scrapbook tip
1940
The Jinx (Issue 118)
697
Harry Houdini Houdini's Book Identification System for personal library, mentioned by Ralph W. Read
1940
The Jinx (Issue 119)
702
Charles Hopkins Whose Fault When Things Go Wrong?
1940 15
Charles Hopkins The Psychology of Failure
1940 16
Charles Hopkins Use of "Sucker Gag" Technique
1940 17
Charles Hopkins Secret And Open Outs Difference between rectifying mistakes secretly (before audience knows about it) and openly (when the mistake is known to everyone)
1940 18
Charles Hopkins When Error Is Still Under Cover Techniques to get out of mistakes before audience catches on
1940 18
Charles Hopkins When Error May Be Visible Techniques to get out of mistakes when audience knows
1940 20
Charles Hopkins Either You Know You Are Wrong - Or Else...
1940 21
Charles Hopkins This Time You MUST Be Right Importance of rectifying the mistake clearly to end successfully
1940 22
Charles Hopkins Attitudes That Get Co-operation After finding wrong card, how to get selector to reveal the correct card for magician to try again
1940 22
Charles Hopkins 8 - Use a thumb writer. How to use thumb writer to get out of sticky situations
1940 24
Charles Hopkins 9 - Impression methods. Using carbon paper to make a copy
1940 25
Charles Hopkins 10 - Pencil reading.
1940 26
Charles Hopkins 11 - Friendly mirrors. Using reflective surfaces
1940 26
Charles Hopkins Old Ideas Brought Up To Date; Also, A Few New Ones Useful sleights to use for outs
1940 27
Charles Hopkins Other Useful Standard Sleights
1940 36
Charles Hopkins Fit The Weapon To The Needs
1940 36
Charles Hopkins Getting Down To Brass Tacks--- And The Selected Card
1940 37
Charles Hopkins "Outs" Productions From Pockets And Other Places
1940 42
Charles Hopkins 31 - Use of spectators for "outs"
1940 44
Charles Hopkins Apparatus Alibis Outs when apparatus is used to reveal cards, but goes wrong
1940 46
Charles Hopkins First Aid For Feeble Memories What to do if spectator forgets card
1940 47
Charles Hopkins "Outs" Compared with Challenges
1940 51
Charles Hopkins A Word of Caution
1940 52
Charles Hopkins Try To Keep As Much Control As Possible
1940 53
Charles Hopkins How "Plenty of Rein" Trips Them
1940 63
Charles Hopkins The Magician's Little Helpers Mechanical aids
1940 66
Charles Hopkins When Information-Getting Becomes Ticklish How to gain information not by pretending to confess to failure, but by proper methods in performance
1940 68
Charles Hopkins They Commit Themselves In Writing
1940 69
Charles Hopkins 51 - Pencil reading.
1940 69
Charles Hopkins 53 - Billet index.
1940 71
54 - Pad impressions.
1940 71
Charles Hopkins 55 - Trick notebooks. Carbon paper in notebooks
1940 71
Charles Hopkins 56 - A "Case of Hambuggery" Annemann's "Mental Masterpiece"
1940 71
Charles Hopkins A Prophet In his Own Land
1940 72
Charles Hopkins 57 - Thumb writers.
1940 72
Charles Hopkins What Makes Audiences Get That Way Why do audiences heckle?
1940 74
Charles Hopkins Circumstances That Lead Up To Challenges
1940 75
Charles Hopkins Specific Handling of Various Situations
1940 76
Charles Hopkins The Heckler... Ding Bust His Buttons!
1940 76
Charles Hopkins For The Intelligent Analyst Type
1940 77
Charles Hopkins Troubles Arising Out of Pure Friendship
1940 78
Dr. Stanley Jaks Jaks plaudert über Mikromagie thoughts on Close-Up magic
1940
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 2 No. 1)
22
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli Aus den unveröffentlichten Werken Fritz Hügli's intro of the unpublished Fritz Hügli book "Die Kunst zu Zaubern", on performing magic
Oct. 1940
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 2 No. 2&3)
4
Eddie Joseph Misdirection Techniques
1940 / 1992 13
Edward Victor A Word on Tables space management regarding tables on stage
1940 ca. 144
Fulton Oursler The Sane Viewpoint of Exposure reprinted from Linking Ring
1941
The Jinx (Issue 125)
726
Cagliostro, Jr. Fifth Row, Center Aisle rant on too positive reviews of magic show
1941
The Jinx (Issue 128)
738
Cagliostro, Jr. (reviewer) S.A.M. Benefit Show Show Review with performers: Fred Keating, The Hanlons, Jay Palmer & Co, The Great Le Roy, Al Baker, Dai Vernon, Dagmar & Co, The Five Elgins, Roner, Prince Leon and Gus Wayne, Roy Benson 1941
The Jinx (Issue 129)
743
Theodore Annemann Suggested Program No. 7 - "A Varied Magic Act" combining some tricks of the Jinx into a program
1941
The Jinx (Issue 129)
745
Rhadamanthus, Jr. (reviewer) The Old Timers of the Y.M.H.A. present Master Magicians in "A Night of Magic" show review 1941
The Jinx (Issue 130)
749
Charles J. Maly The Health Magician program aimed at children on the subject of being healthy, how to dress, tricks and patter ideas
1942
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1942)
18
Walter B. Gibson The Back Room on trick exposure
Apr. 1942
The Phoenix (Issue 5)
20
Eddie Joseph Part One - Some Sl(e)ight Changes in Some Standard Sleights intro, on naturalness
1942 7
Dr. William Weyeneth Der Künstler auf der Bühne Richtlinien grundsätzlicher Natur guidelines for performing on stage
Nov. 1942
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 4 No. 11)
4
Bruce Elliott The Back Room on Stuart Robson, Al Chris describing a miracle from India, Dell O'Dell, Russ Swann, selling and promotion
Dec. 1943
The Phoenix (Issue 49)
203
Jean Hugard Editorial - What is Magic? Hugard's definition what magic is
Sep. 1943 15
Hans "Severus" Ernst La Magie de Salon on parlor magic, followed by german translation "Salon-Magie"
1943
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 5 No. 4)
1
Claude La presentation et le boniment on words, patter and presentation
1943
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 5 No. 4)
12
Alfred "Agys" Gysler Gedanken über die Ausstattung on style and taste of equipment
1943
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 5 No. 4)
14
Laurie Ireland Dressing Up the Show on the use of props, practicability and show construction
1944
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1944)
29
Jean Hugard Gestures on gestures, style and manners
Feb. 1944 38
Jean Hugard Bare Stage Bugbear how to move on a stage, fishing rod to get objects from the audience
Feb. 1944 38
Jean Hugard Exposures on exposure
Dec. 1944 86
John Mulholland What Manner of Man “The general ideas which a magician must bear in mind about the performance of magic, and a description of what magic is and why it works”
1944 1
John Mulholland The Secrets Unraveled “Various additional items of information which a magician will find useful to know; such as how to make up a program and how to eliminate errors; as well as several additional feats of magic.”
1944 125
Hans "Severus" Ernst, Alfred "Agys" Gysler Achtung! Lebensgefahr! Falsche Magier! on copying other magicians, amateurs stealing from professionals, on a routine copied by danish magazine "Magi"
  • Es ist kein Kunststück, sich mit fremden Federn zu schmücken
Related to 1945
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 6 No. 4)
1
Henri Decremps Vieux principes rules on performing
1945
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 6 No. 4)
6
Das A und O der Vorführung on having a theme for the show, directing an act
1945
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 6 No. 4)
8
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli Anforderungen on what it needs to be a magicians, "Aus einem unveröffentlichten Artikel von F. Hügli"
1945
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 6 No. 4)
12
Alfred "Agys" Gysler 3. Vorführungsformen different performing styles
  • Die pantomimische Vorführung
  • Die deklamatorische Vorführung
  • Die dramatische Vorführung
1945
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 7 No. 1&2)
4
Frank De Sua You Can't Lose - Apparently! system for placing bets, horse race etc.
1946
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1946)
5
Laurie Ireland Routining for the 'Little Fellow' on gaining experience
1946
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1946)
34
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli Die magische Täuschung essay on technique and structure of routines, "Aus dem unveröffentlichten Buch: 'Wunder der Täuschung'"
1946
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 7 No. 4)
3
Jean Marc Bujard 1-2-3 , disparaissez on magic and different types of spectator
1946
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 7 No. 4)
16
J. B. Bobo Bobo System of Card Control
1947 73
J. B. Bobo The Art of Sleeving
1947 75
Carl "J. N. Teroga" Schnetzer Erfolgs Psychologie des Zauberkünstlers on the mysterious and success of a magic act, applause
1947
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 9 No. 1)
2
Bob Rettew Cashing in on Close Up Magic in a bar
1948
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1948)
18
Carl D. Shoemaker Magic vs. Science - A Lecture on Magic patter for lecture presentation, infotainment
1948
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1948)
25
Arthur H. Buckley The Principles of Magic
  • commented list of methods/principles (Manipulation, Substitution, Duplication, Camouflage, Imitation, False Partition, Concealed Mechanism, Falsification, Arrangement, Preparation)
  • list of effects
  • list of aiding factors (Misdirection, Sustained Attention, Diverted Attention, Restriction, Repetition, Conclusion, Climax, Anti-Climax, Mannerism, Surprise, Expectancy, Memory, Mnemonics, Reconstructive Imagination, Dramatics, Humor)
1948 22
Frances Ireland Marshall Rabbits is Extra on kids shows
1949
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1949)
Frederick A. Thomson Minor and Major Misdirection
Jan. 1949 497
Carl "J. N. Teroga" Schnetzer eine Brr... Lücke, Lücke on the selection of spectators as assistants
1949
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 10 No. 3)
17
Lewis Ganson Presentation of Manipulation
  • The Performer
    • (a) Personality
    • (b) Dress and Appearance
    • (c) Care and use of the hands
    • (d) Speech
    • (e) Behaviour
    • (f) Make-up
  • His Outside Aids
    • (a) Stage Setting
    • (b) Lighting
    • (c) Music
    • (d) Apparatus
  • Technical Ability
1950 5
Dr. Stanley Jaks Introduction on close-up magic, his book of mysteries, beautiful props appealing to women
Also published here 1951 1
Dr. William Weyeneth Mehr Logik beim Zaubern on logical conclusions and justifications in magic tricks
1951
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 12 No. 1&2)
2
Dr. William Weyeneth Zur Problematik einer Rangstufe an Kongress-Wettbewerben on the problem of judging competition acts
1951
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 12 No. 4&5)
29
Bill Simon Specialization
1952 13
Bill Simon The Importance of Practice
1952 13
Bill Simon The Necessity of Trial
1952 14
Bill Simon Understanding Theory
1952 15
Bill Simon The Importance of Studying Simple Moves
1952 15
Bill Simon Manipulation on using flourishes or not
1952 16
Bill Simon Technicalities
1952 16
Bill Simon The Art of Presentation
1952 17
Bill Simon Spontaneous Resourcefulness
1952 18
Bill Simon Conjurer vs. Gambler
1952 19
Bill Simon The Best Magic
1952 19
Bill Simon Handling
1952 20
Bill Simon Cultivating Originality in Presentation
1952 20
Bill Simon Unprepared Cards
1952 20
Bill Simon Present Day Sophistication
1952 21
Bill Simon Audience Participation
1952 22
Bill Simon Patter
1952 22
Bill Simon Poker Cards vs. Bridge Cards
1952 24
Bill Simon Accessories
1952 25
Bill Simon Originality
1952 25
Theodore Annemann Introduction on performing, booklet contains reprints from the Sphinx
1952
Carl "J. N. Teroga" Schnetzer Klimax on the climax
1953
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 14 No. 4)
121
Bill Simon In General on practicing, entertainment
1954 5
Kirk Stiles How to Learn Magic Tricks read instruction into tape recorder
Mar. 1954
The New Phoenix (Issue 303)
11
Friedrich "Fritz" Hügli Falsche Bezeichnung der Zauberkunst on the reputation of magic, Leist-Bernini
1954
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 15 No. 1)
170
William Lindsay Gresham Education for Magic several tips on performing
1955
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1955)
16
John Ramsay A Wee Bit of Advice
1955
The New Phoenix (Issue 328)
121
James G. Thompson Jr. The Real Top Secrets
Also published here 1956 117
Taroh Lampenfieber on stage fright
1956
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 17 No. 3)
426
Lewis Ganson The Vernon Touch
1957 27
Dr. Reuben Ligan Facing Your Audience
1957 2
Don Tanner Mental Communications opening lines for a mentalism show
Apr. 1957
The New Phoenix (Issue 344)
199
Bert Allerton Rules for the Close-Up Magician
Also published here 1958 69
Tony Corinda Summary of Technique predictions, comments and tips on presentation
1958 100
Bobby Bernard The Purpose of Close Up Magic
1958 6
Bobby Bernard Good Taste in Close Up Magic - Points to Note When Performing. eight points
1958 7
Bobby Bernard T.V. Close Up Magic some thoughts on performing on TV, brief
1958 8
Rolf Andra Magische Erfindungen - Zauberische Intuitionen on originality and inventing tricks
1958
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 19 No. 1)
583
Max Bühler Kleines A-B-C, zum Zaubern auf der Bühne tips on performing magic in ABC form, every letter one idea
1958
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 19 No. 1)
597
Georg Köhler Religion und Magie on religion and magic
1958
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 19 No. 3)
653
Otto "Sasso" Lutz Die 2ten: Vorschlag eines alten Praktikers on having a second non-magic act
1958
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 19 No. 5)
726
Tony Corinda (1) A Few Simple Rules for Working with Billets
1959 166
Tony Corinda The Essentials of Good Presentation
1960 292
Tony Corinda (A) Personal Appearance
1960 392
Tony Corinda (B) Manner and Speech
1960 393
Tony Corinda (c) Patter
1960 394
Tony Corinda (D) Good Effects choosing good and fitting material, structure of tricks, applause
1960 398
Tony Corinda (E) Handling
1960 403
Tony Corinda (F) Timing
1960 404
Tony Corinda (G) Misdirection
1960 407
Tony Corinda (H) Co-Ordination
1960 411
Charlie Miller List of 40 Effects suitable for Children Shows
1961 95
Charlie Miller Charlie Miller's USO Act
1961 96
Charlie Miller Club Show (1936) list of effects, "The show I give is almost the same as that given by Malini"
1961 97
Charlie Miller Charlie Miller's "Shell Christmas" Show Routine
1961 98
Charlie Miller Jack Merlin's Act short description
1961 101
Alan Milan A Few Thoughts on Radio Publicity
1961 69
Dr. Stanley Jaks Lektion in Magie on close-up magic, his book of mysteries, beautiful props appealing to women
Also published here 1961 10
Dane Hooper, Jim Groves On Misdirection on direction an misdirection, using the gaze
1962
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1962)
36
Professor Melachini-Caligari Über das Wesen der magischen Kunst thoughts on magic, comparison to sports, art and science
  • Warum Sport?
  • Warum Kunst?
  • Warum Wissenschaft?
1963
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 24 No. 4)
56
Frances Ireland Marshall What To Do When You Arrive
1964
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1963-64)
34
Lewis Ganson The Presentation Of Close-Up Magic
  • approaching people
  • different group sizes
  • examination of objects
  • containers to store props
  • working surface
  • music ("Ganson's Personal Orchestra")
  • close-up effects
  • length of performance
  • practice
  • economy of movement
  • borrowing objects
1967 11
Charlie Miller General Remarks tips on performing
Variations 1967 4
Charlie Miller My Routine Outlined structure of his professional shows
1967 28
Hugh Miller, Al Koran Professional Presentation including Koran's comments on presentation and on the tricks in the book
1968 5
How to Be a Comedian in One Easy Lifetime
1968
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1967-68)
10
Duke Stern Thoughts on Magical Comedy
1968
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1967-68)
12
"Senator" Clarke Crandall Magic Isn't Funny essay on comedy magic
1968
Ireland's Yearbooks (Issue Yearbook 1967-68)
20
Gene Anderson Rubber Cement How rubber cement can be used
1968 97
Gene Anderson The Torn and Restored Newspaper Analysis of basic methods
1968 135
Gene Anderson Historical Methods Description of different methods (Al Baker, Slydini, Page, Elmsley, Grant, Neil Foster)
1968 135
Gene Anderson Making the Most of the Newspaper Tearing Trick Other patter ideas and tips to enhance your routine
1968 165
Johann Nepomuk Hofzinser, Karl Fulves On the Presentation of Mathematical Tricks
Winter 1969
The Pallbearers Review Vol. 5-8 (Vol. 5 No. 3rd Folio)
297
Ellison Poland Our Philosophy of Magic
1969 13
Roy Johnson Viewpoint
1970 1
Frederick M. Shields Stagemanship
  • Mystify and Entertain
  • Stay in Character
  • Know your Audience
  • Rehearse & Try it Out
  • A Word about Timing
  • End with Talent
1970
Magick (Issue 1)
5
Bascom Jones Publicity for Magicians - Part 1
  • Define your Objective
  • Identify Audience & Message
  • Use the Right Tools
  • Newspapers are Fine, but...
1970
Magick (Issue 3)
15
Bascom Jones Publicity for Magicians - Part 2
  • Nothing Sacred or Mysterious
  • The Publicity Release
  • How to Prepare it
  • Additional Tips
  • The Promotion Kit
  • Picture Publicity
  • Put it all Together
1970
Magick (Issue 5)
25
Jack Kent Tillar The Magic of Music ... and Vice Versa
  • Same Elements as TV Shows
  • Special Effects
  • On-Site Preparation
  • Tape vs. Records
1970
Magick (Issue 7)
35
Frederick M. Shields Music for Magic
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Don't be too Clever
  • The Music Should Belong
  • Exceptions to every Rule
  • Music from A to Z
  • A Tip on How to Start
  • Get it on Tape
  • Not Easy to Do
  • How Does it Sound?
1970
Magick (Issue 9)
45
Milt Larsen Comedy Magic is Serious Business
  • Bomb Out
  • Has to be Unified
  • Ability Comes from Within
  • Experience Necessary
  • What makes People Laugh?
  • How to Approach Comedy Magic
  • Open, Middle, Close
  • Get Audience Reaction
  • Discipline and Immediate Yardstick
1970
Magick (Issue 11)
55
Rick Johnsson The "Too Perfect" Theory
Related toAlso published here Fall-Spring 1971
Hierophant (Issue 5-6)
247
Harold R. Mulligan What to Do About Pre-Performance Jitters
  • Stage or Mike Fright
  • Mastering Your Fear
  • Practice! Practice! Practice!
  • Audience-Related Fears
  • An Audience is Simply Individuals
  • What an Audience Wants
  • Summary
1971
Magick (Issue 13)
65
John Bowery, Maureen Bowery How and When to Use a Microphone
  • Master of the Situation
  • Microphone Comedians
  • Watch the Professionals
  • Seven Tips on Proper Use
  • Microphone "Squeal"
  • Some Information on Types
  • "Special-Purpose" Microphones
1971
Magick (Issue 15)
75
Verne Langdon Tarbell Never Told you About Makeup
  • The Right Amount
  • Highlights and Shadows
  • Just a Little Blush
  • And Speaking of Looking Natural
  • Hair
  • Special Problems
  • If you Have a Bad Skin Condition
  • Cream Cheese and Makeup
  • So there you Have it
1971
Magick (Issue 17)
85
Sid Fleischman The Patter Hangup
  • The Art of Silence
  • Opening Remarks
  • The Segue
  • Who are you?
  • A Cautionary Word about Words
  • How to use Patter Books
  • Gags can be Treacherous
  • Patter by the Yard - or the Inch?
  • Try it Out in Boston
  • Patter in Disguise
1971
Magick (Issue 19)
95
Jules Lenier Close-Up Theater
  • You're On!
  • Establish the Character
  • The Table as a Mini-Stage
  • Watch the Professionals
  • Challenge ... or Entertainment?
  • Structuring your Routine
  • Naturalness is the Key
  • How to Close
1971
Magick (Issue 21)
105
Sandy Singer Tricks of the Trade-Show Trouper
  • What It's Like
  • Sell! Sell! Sell!
  • Turn your Knowledge into Cash
  • Learn Marketing Psychology
  • Know the Product
  • Some of the Work is Done for You
  • Booking your Act
  • Visual Material Helps
  • It's the Name of the Game
1971
Magick (Issue 23)
115
Verne Langdon Build a Better Character - or Else! on character makeup
1971
Magick (Issue 25)
125
David Douglas The Press Release, One Man's Approach or "The Most Effective Promotion Is Free" Part 1
1971
Magick (Issue 39)
195
Frank Garcia Doing Close-up Magic
1972 123
Fred Kaps Some Things to Think About tips, book recommendations
1972 1
Fred Rickard For Collectors Only on magic collecting
1972
Magick (Issue 45)
225
Frederick M. Shields Actors, the Stage, and Magicians
  • Actor vs. Magician
  • Customers, Coaches, & Set Designers
  • Set Dressers, Makeup Men, Electricians
  • Years Spent Perfecting Techniques
  • Magician vs. Actor
  • Adapt Material to Fit your Style
  • Where to get Help
  • That's What Friends are For
  • Make a Tape of sour Show
  • You Don't Have to Look Like a Bum
1972
Magick (Issue 49)
245
Frederick M. Shields Actors, the Stage, and Magicians - Part 2
  • Basic Stage Talk
  • It Started Long Ago
  • Stage Directions
  • 'Strong' Stage Positions
  • When the Curtains Part
  • Break the Pattern
  • Then What?
  • Shields' Firs 'Law'
  • But Ask for Help if You Need It
  • You Never Whistle the Scenery
  • Check over Your Equipment
1972
Magick (Issue 51)
255
Frederick M. Shields Actors, the Stage, and Magicians - Part 3
  • Need extra Tables, Lights, Special Arrangements?
  • The Ostrich Syndrome
  • Lights Make you Important
  • Your 'Sorcerer's Apprentice^
  • Role to Play
  • A Bibliography of the Theatre
1972
Magick (Issue 53)
265
Harry Collins Magic with the Professional Touch
  • Stage vs. Close-Up Magic
  • What's Best for the Stage?
  • And give them Quality - not Quantity
  • Routine your Act Carefully
  • Choose your Assistant Well
  • Don't Work in the Dark
  • Add Class with Music
  • A Back Drop Will Set you Apart
  • What to Wear
  • Entertain your Audience
1972
Magick (Issue 59)
295
Jerry Mentzer Commentary on the performance of close-up magic, lapping possibilities, gaffed objects
1973 3
Edward G. Brown Conjuring for Conjurers a lecture given in 1934
1973 125
Edward G. Brown Lecture without a Name lecture from 1939, views on originality, theory, magic in general
1973 131
Edward G. Brown, Colin Donister Misdirection lecture from 1943, written by Colin Donister
1973 166
Edward G. Brown Forcing lecture from 1945
1973 173
Edward G. Brown, Bruce Posgate Sleights and Subtleties lecture from 1947, reported by Bruce Posgate
1973 198
Juan Tamariz Fundamentos del Ilusionismo the fundamentals of magic, on talent
a) Psicologia (psychology)
b) Ingenio creativo y habilidad técnica (creative ingenuity and technical skill)
c) Presentación y Personalidad (presentation and personality)
1973 47
Juan Tamariz La Magia como Diversion y Espectaculo on magic and comedy and various dramatic curves
1973 75
Juan Tamariz ¿Donde y como se aprende Magia? how to learn magic, essay for beginners
1973 129
Dorfay Jack of All Trades - Master of One on performing, music, connecting to the audience etc.
1973
Magick (Issue 67)
335
Ron Wilson Two-Dozen Tips on Presentation
  • Look at the Little Things
  • Smile Sincerely when Introduced
  • Please the Women
  • Make it Look Easy
  • Repetition will Banish Nerves
  • Use Humor where it Counts
  • Your Hands are on Display
  • People want to Hear You
  • Never Apologize
  • Answers can be Embarrassing
  • Your Opening Trick is Important
1973
Magick (Issue 73)
365
Fredric Broder You Blew the Trick - So What! - Part 1 on doing mistakes and outs
1973
Magick (Issue 83)
415
Fredric Broder You Blew the Trick - So What! - Part 2 on doing mistakes and outs
1973
Magick (Issue 85)
425
Tony "Doc" Shiels The Why and How of a Tent Show performing in a tent, touring
1973
Magick (Issue 87)
435
David "Fu Manchu" Bamberg Stage Magic Technique on performing on stage, TV, presentation, know-how and the future of magic
1973 198
Tony "Doc" Shiels The Case for Cozenage magician vs. trickster
Related to Oct. 1974
Pabular (Vol. 1 No. 2)
20
Philip T. Goldstein "Card Tricks for People Who Don't Do Card Tricks ...and Some for Those Who Do!" on (un)importance of method vs effect, sleight-of-hand vs gimmick, four basic elements of method:
  • 1. Natural Law Disguised
  • 2. Secret Activity
  • 3. Secretly Prepared Materials
  • 4. Psychology
1974 1
Bascom Jones Listen to the Silent Scream on nonverbal communication, body language
1974
Magick (Issue 99)
495
Vic Perry The Effect is the Thing - Part 1
  • Showmanship Plus Effect
  • Magic for Magicians
  • 'Like a Flamenco Dancer'
  • Master the Audience
  • Illusions Don't Make a Showman
1974
Magick (Issue 103)
515
Vic Perry The Effect is the Thing - Part 2
  • You Can't 'Copy' Showmanship
  • Audiences Want to be Entertained
  • The Mind of the Man in the Street
  • You are 'On' Even When You're Offstage
  • Build Toward 'Effect'
  • Use Your Own Brand of Humor
  • Sell Yourself
1974
Magick (Issue 105)
525
Fred Kaps Professional Views On Doing Professional Magic For The Layman excerpt from lecture notes
Mar. 1975
Pabular (Vol. 1 No. 7)
82
Walt Lees Pointification guidelines on performing
Nov. 1975
Pabular (Vol. 2 No. 3)
181
Faucett Ross The Beginning How to develop an act and how to work public shows
1975 20
Faucett Ross The Business Side How to become professional in magic (booking shows etc)
1975 20
Faucett Ross Practice How to practise
1975 22
Faucett Ross The Magician How to behave as a magician in public
1975 22
Faucett Ross Showmanship
1975 23
Faucett Ross Advice on Programmes How to structure the programme for a show
1975 23
Faucett Ross Some Great Card Classics Faucett describes his favorite card classics
1975 194
Charles J. Pecor Get Your Head Right for Improvement on presentation, I-F-D Pattern, originality
1975
Magick (Issue 121)
605
John A. Novak On Being Prepared being prepared for preparing anytime
1975
Magick (Issue 129)
645
John Ramsay, Andrew Galloway On Misdirection
Mar. 1976
Pabular (Vol. 2 No. 7)
231
Ken Hawes An Understanding on Andrew Galloway and John Ramsay
Mar. 1976
Pabular (Vol. 2 No. 7)
236
Philip T. Goldstein Introduction on the basic effects and actions of mentalism
1976 2
Jerry Andrus The "Clivot" Principle and Jog and Injog disadvantage of breaks and adavantages of jogs
1976 18
Tony Slydini Basic Precepts
  • Slydini's Secret of Entertaining Audiences
  • The Basic Starting Position (for lapping tricks)
  • The Eyes
  • Notes on Natural Magic
  • Developing Grace
  • Coordination
  • Noise
  • Some General Observations
  • To Conclude
1976 11
Tony Slydini More on Coordination
1976 29
Tony Slydini Slydini's Concept of Misdirection
1976 33
Tony Slydini Invisible Sleights
1976 33
Tony Slydini Misdirection vanish of object using lap
1976 34
Tony Slydini Timing
  • Checkpoints
  • Applying the Concept of Timing
1976 37
Alan Shaxon The Magical TV Set children program, based on a box designed like a TV
  • The Aerial
  • The TV Times
  • Tom & Jerry
  • Commercial Break
  • Egg Bag
  • Commercial Time Again
  • The Inevitable Western
  • The Funnel and Foo Can
  • The Givaway Show
  • Sade the Seal
  • Torn and Restored Serviette
  • Radio to Rabbit
1976 49
Bascom Jones 12 Tips on Presentation
  • Showmanship
  • Image
  • Stage Fright
  • Stage Entry
  • What You Say
  • Stage Movement
  • Voice
1976
Magick (Issue 153)
765
Bascom Jones Sell the Sizzle - Not the Steak
  • You've Got to Sell Yourself
  • You are More Important than the Effects
  • Rubber-Stamp Syndrome
  • What Audience See...
  • ... and what the Hear
1976
Magick (Issue 161)
805
Robert Hustwit Non-Verbal Communication - The Secret Edge
  • The Secret Edge
  • Put Signs in Context
  • Six Close-Up Tips
  • When Silence Takes Over
  • The Subconscious
  • With Larger Audience
1976
Magick (Issue 165)
825
Patrick Page Manipulation versus Apparatus pros and cons
  • Illusionist Managers
  • The Present Day
1976 27
Jean Hugard, Frederick Braue "Misdirection" oder "Ablenkung"
Also published here Nov. 1976
Intermagic (Vol. 4 No. 1)
3
Anthony List Bühnentechnik in Kürze stage technique, translated by Urs Müller
  • Körper
  • Auftritt
  • Eine Person - viel Requisiten
  • Zwei Personen mit viel Requisiten
  • Eine Person - wenig Requisiten
  • Abgang
  • Zwei Personen - viele Requisiten
  • Eine Person - viel Requisiten
  • Eine Person - wenig Requisiten
Related to 1976
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 37 No. 4)
118
Bert Graham A Plea on business
June 1977
Pabular (Vol. 3 No. 10)
414
Bert Graham Another Plea on writing reviews
Aug. 1977
Pabular (Vol. 3 No. 12)
448
Philip T. Goldstein Introduction on the presentation of mentalism
1977 2
Karl Fulves Fail/Safing The Experts how to practice something for fooling experts with it, example sleeving
1977 16
Gordon Hoener These Changing Times ... and You
  • The Trick is Incidental
  • Emphasis on Showmanship
  • Selling the Concept
  • Look Toward the Future
  • Change with the Times
  • Not Stage Magic
  • Stop Feeling Guilty as an Entertainer
  • Become the Part
  • Be Distinctive
1977
Magick (Issue 171)
855
Philip T. Goldstein Heterogeneous Materials: A Problem and Some Solutions
  • The Problem
  • One Solution
  • Writing Tools
  • Equipment Malfunction
  • Original Article Being Used
  • Overstock Your Supplies
  • Logic is the Key
Related to
  • Tony Shiels "Be Consistent" in "Invocation" #5
1977
Magick (Issue 177)
885
Dr. Thomas K. Heino Stage Focus: It's Theory and Practice
  • Lack of Discipline
  • Doing Nothing Well
  • Closed Performance Versus Open
  • Mint-To-Mind Communication
  • The Objectives
  • Motivational Clarity
  • The Bottom Line
1977
Magick (Issue 179)
895
Philip T. Goldstein Beware of Culturally Defined Identities
  • Social Stereotypes
  • Images Are Becoming Less Specific
  • You Must Change with the Trends
  • Work the Individual
  • Texts are Outdated
  • Don't Assume Too Much
1977
Magick (Issue 181)
905
Bob Brown Why, When and Who of an Assistant
  • Youth, Sex-Appeal, and Color
  • Promotion and Publicity Advantages
  • The Part-Time Assistant
  • Where to Look
  • Make Her a Part of the Act
  • What She Should Wear
  • Money Well-Spent
  • The Bottom Line
1977
Magick (Issue 187)
935
Philip T. Goldstein Dealing with Hecklers
  • Disruptive Influences
  • Possibly Jealousy
  • Individual Approach
  • You Must Deal Directly
  • Begging Does Not Work
  • The Advantage Is Yours
  • Use Confidence
  • Underdog Reaction
  • Temper Your Response
  • Don't React Defensively
  • Not One Victory
  • A Fact of Life
1977
Magick (Issue 189)
945
Bascom Jones A Time for Heroes
  • "May the Force Be with You"
  • More than a Trickster
  • You Can't Be Slightly Pregnant
  • What Is an Image?
  • Who Do You Want to Be?
  • The Conflicting Image
  • The Final Step
  • Apple Pie and Ice Cream
1977
Magick (Issue 195)
975
Arturo de Ascanio Atmósfera Magica
  • Concepcion de la Atmosfera Magica
  • Tecnica
  • Naturalidad
  • Soltura y Despreocupacion
  • Diversion
  • Oportunismo
  • Versación
  • Psicología
  • Conclusión
Also published here 1977 4
Arturo de Ascanio Misdirection
  • Consideraciones sobre la "Misdirection"
A.) "Misdirection de grado mínimo
B.) "Misdirection en grado medio
C.) Un tercer grado de "misdirection"
Also published here 1977 11
Arturo de Ascanio Valor de la Técnica en la Magia on the use and value of technique in magic
Also published here 1977 37
Arturo de Ascanio Timing
  • El "Timing" y su Fundamento
  • Las acciones "en tránsito"
  • Elementos de las acciones en tránsito
  • Importancia de las "acciones en tránsito"
Also published here 1977 49
Arturo de Ascanio Conferencia
  • Mecanismo de la Atención
  • Composición y Ejecución

-I. Principios de la Composición
-a). Acentuar la fase inicial
-b). Naturalidad condicionada
-c). Paréntesis anti-contraste
-d). Paréntesis de olvido
-e). Susceptibilidad de ejecución lenta

-II. Principios de la Ejecución
-a). Timing - Acciones en tránsito
-b). Misdirection
-c). Técnica
Related toAlso published here
  • "La Circular de la Escuela Mágica de Madrid" N° 26, 1977.
1977 72
Harry Lorayne Time Misdirection
1977 92
Peter Wilker Kunststücke und "Wunder" on being too perfect
1977
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 38 No. 1)
5
Anthony List Bühnentechnik in Kürze stage technique, translated by Urs Müller
  • Einführung des Ansagers
  • Sichtwinkel
  • Musik
  • Mikrophone
Related to 1977
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 38 No. 1)
25
Juan Tamariz III Consideraciones mágicas remarks on color changes in magic
  • a) Paréntesis anti-contraste
  • b) Reforzamiento de la situación inicial
  • c) Función del color en la Magia
  • d) Otras funciones mágicas del cambio de color: ( relajante, anti-monotonia, "encore")
  • e) Autorizado para todos los públicos
  • f) Actitud antes, durante y después del cambio de color
  • g) Presentación del cambio de color
1977 11
John C. Wagner Final Word...
1978 58
Frank Garcia Frank Garcia's Secret Recipe for Better Magic
1978 89
Ross Bertram At the Card Table
  • Background
  • T.V Gambling Interviews
1978 79
Ross Bertram The Rhythm Count on rhythm in sleight-of-hand magic
1978 159
Ron Wilson Close-Up Magic - Hints, Tips and Observations
1978 2
Robert Lund Pro Trickverrat on exposure
  • Der Ursprung unserer Angst
  • Definition des Trickverrats
  • Magischer Selbstmord
  • Erfindung und Plagiat
  • Die Laienmeinung
  • Ich bin für das Erklären
  • Die Schuldigen
Also published here
  • Sphinx, June 1949
Oct. 1978
Intermagic (Vol. 5 No. 3)
78
Peter Kläui Die Ästhetik Ihrer Zaubernummer on make-up, costumes, lighting, stage decor, props
1978
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 39 No. 4)
122
John Northern Hilliard Some Great Quotes
1979 119
Frank Garcia Secret Recipe for Better Magic
1979 123
Walt Lees Constructing a Routine
  • Same Effect... Different Method
  • Different Effects... Same Props
  • Secret Preparation... Impossible Finale
  • Several Tricks... All Done At Once
  • Routining By Presentation
Also published here Jan. 1979
Pabular (Vol. 5 No. 1)
620
Walt Lees Iconoclasms on moves
July 1979
Pabular (Vol. 5 No. 7)
708
Walt Lees Iconoclasms No. 2 on entertainment
Aug. 1979
Pabular (Vol. 5 No. 8)
723
Tommy Wonder Tommy Wonder On Close-Up
Sep. 1979
Pabular (Vol. 5 No. 9)
729
Walt Lees Iconoclasms No. 3 on the "magically sophisticated semi lay public"
Sep. 1979
Pabular (Vol. 5 No. 9)
736
Father Cyprian The Poetry of Magic reflections on card magic
Oct. 1979
Pabular (Vol. 5 No. 10)
743
Walt Lees Iconoclasms 4 on originality
Nov. 1979
Pabular (Vol. 5 No. 11)
761
Ken Hawes Close Upping on table hopping, answering spectator's questions
Dec. 1979
Pabular (Vol. 5 No. 12)
773
Karl Fulves Approaches to Misdirection
1979
The Chronicles (Issue 20)
1264
John F. Mendoza Magic & Magicians fooling magicians, flourishes, sucker tricks
1979 87
George B. Anderson Your Microphone Can Do It All
  • A Tool of Your Trade
  • Mike-Conscious
  • The Cordless Microphone
  • What they Cost
  • Is It Worth It?
  • If You Don't Have a Wireless Mike
  • Tips on Microphone Use
1979
Magick (Issue 243)
1215
Earl Nelson Why and Why Not
Also published here 1979 135
Werner "Walt Nelson" Nussbaumer Die Nussbaumersuite: Die Vorführung von Mikromagie - Eine Studie on close-up magic, Stanley Jaks, Bert Allerton, Slydini
  • 1. Allgemeines zur Mikromagie
  • 2. Handfertigkeit. Palmage
  • 3. Lapping
1979
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 40 No. 3)
92
Werner "Walt Nelson" Nussbaumer Die Nussbaumersuite: Die Vorführung von Mikromagie - Eine Studie - Fortsetzung on close-up magic
  • 4. Präparierte Gegenstände
  • 5. Schlussbetrachung
1979
Hokus Pokus (Vol. 40 No. 4)
113
Father Cyprian The Poetry of Magic Theory on what makes card magic entertaining: Interest, Clarity, Spectator involvement
1979 13
Frank Garcia Frank Garcia's Secret Recipe for Better Magic
1980 74
Frank Garcia Frank Garcia's Secret Recipe for Better Magic
1980 78
Father Cyprian The Poetry of Magic
  • Interest
  • Clarity
  • Involvement of the Spectator
1980 78
Al Schneider Six Qualities Of The Performance 1. Importance
2. Non-Challenge
3. Quality Of The Performer
4. Control
5. Communication
6. Clarity
1980 1
Al Schneider A Word On Drills on learning technique
1980 17
Fred Robinson On Fred Kaps
Apr. 1980
Pabular (Vol. 6 No. 4)
830
Sam Schwartz The Voice Of Experience on organizing close-up shows
Aug. 1980
Pabular (Vol. 6 No. 8)
888
Andrew Galloway Summary on misdirection
1980 54
Daryl Martinez First Things First reason for doing magic
1980 1
Daryl Martinez The Best Magical Effect long and short effects, basic and exact effects
1980 2
Daryl Martinez The Long Effect
1980 4
Daryl Martinez Conditions I, II & III
1980 5
Daryl Martinez The Short Effect
1980 6
Daryl Martinez Building Strenght Through Repetition
1980 6
Daryl Martinez Cancelling Out
1980 7
Daryl Martinez Step Two of cancelling out
1980 7
Daryl Martinez Jazz Magic
1980 8
Daryl Martinez Do Not Challenge
1980 9
Daryl Martinez Flourishes
1980 10
Bascom Jones Television: A General Overview
  • Insatiable Appetite
  • Not the Place to Learn
  • The TV Talk Shows
  • And the New Shows
  • Community and Public Television
  • What's It All About?
  • An Insider's Tip
1980
Magick (Issue 249)
1245
Sandy Kross Television: Think Big, Start Small
  • Think Big, Start Small
  • In the Beginning
  • Talk-Show Format
  • Types of Effects that Work Best
  • A Booktest is a Booktest is a...
  • Handle Viewers with Care
1980
Magick (Issue 251)
1255
Anonymous Television: What You Need to Know as "The Amazing Q"
  • The Associate Producer
  • Call-Time and Make-Up
  • What to Wear
  • The Green Room
  • The Camera; The Audience
  • A Question of Time
  • Leave Promptly
  • Play it Again, Sam
1980
Magick (Issue 253)
1265
Guy Thompson Chatter isn't Patter
  • Patter Must Have Purpose
  • How Much, When, And in What Manner
  • The Manner Must Be Suitable
  • Don't Overlook Body Language
  • Choosing What to Say... and How
  • Use Patter to Achieve your Objective
  • Avoid the Obvious
  • A Perfectly Ordinary Deck of Cards
  • Don't Make It Harder than it Is
1980
Magick (Issue 255)
1275
Bascom Jones Tips on Techniques the Pros Follow
  • Practice and Rehearsals
  • Your Appearance and Dress
  • Importance of Eye Contact
  • Use the Voice
  • Use a Microphone
  • Physical Energy
1980
Magick (Issue 267)
1335
Jimmy Ray Close-Up Magic: The Art of the Art of Close-Up Magic Do's and Don'ts on close-up magic
1980 5
Ron MacMillan Dress comments on what to wear
1981 75
Al Schneider Theory on the floatation of a Zombie
1981 29
Mike Caveney Thumb Tips for M.C.'s tip for M.C.'s
1981 71
Karl Fulves Film To Life filming tricks
1981 3
Karl Fulves Art And Magic comparing magic to jokes and art
1981 3
Karl Fulves Improvements
1981 5
Karl Fulves The Filmed Version objectivity
1981 5
Karl Fulves Anatomy Of The Effect on definition of effect
1981 6
Karl Fulves White Line Problem not crossing a line during performance, no-touch condition
Related to 1981 8
Karl Fulves Block Analysis finding opportunity for method
1981 9
Karl Fulves Suicide Structure "all tricks are self-revealing"
1981 11
Karl Fulves Boundary Value Problems counting interaction with spectators
1981 11
Karl Fulves What's The Method?
1981 12
Karl Fulves The Law Of Stupid Audiences spectators are not stupid
1981 13
Karl Fulves Art Imitating Art magic doesn't imitate life
1981 13
Karl Fulves Anatomy Of Method
1981 14
Karl Fulves Mindreader's Dream can a real mindreader be fooled?
1981 15
Karl Fulves Effect = Method
1981 16
Karl Fulves Method Times Five one of five predicted, on multiple out principle
1981 17
Karl Fulves Shadow vs. Substance
1981 17
Liz Tucker, Tommy Tucker Tips on Trade Show Techniques
  • Role of the Entertainer
  • Time Becomes a Factor
  • Who is the Contact?
  • Keep Goals in Mind
  • Major Mistakes
  • How Long an Act?
  • Little Things Count
  • Follow Up on Your Contacts
1981
Magick (Issue 277)
1385
Linda Jonason Echoes from the Darkened Stage
  • Focus Interest
  • Evaluation in Quick-Time
  • The Eyes Have It
  • Let Your Voice Command
  • Big Can Be Small
  • Small Can Be Big, Too
  • Physical Appearance Tells a Lot
  • You Don't Need a Drummer to Dance
1981
Magick (Issue 283)
1415
Vic Perry Behind the Language of the Agents
  • Learning their Language
  • The Cheap Shot
  • And the Special Approach
  • The Favor for a Friend
  • And Being All Wet
  • Try Booking Yourself
Related to 1981
Magick (Issue 285)
1425
Tony "Doc" Shiels My Shadow Wears a Stovepipe Hat -Learning the Hard Way
  • Add a Touch of Wonder
  • Be A Character
  • Importance of the Audience
  • The Xerox Principle
  • On Being Fooled
1981
Magick (Issue 291)
1455
Myriam Ruthchild Anatomy of A Compute Psychic - Part II
  • Can You Afford One?
  • Selecting the Right Type
  • Presentation is Vital
  • Categorical Answers
  • Mail-Order Mentalism
  • Targeted Mailings for Bookings
1981
Magick (Issue 297)
1485
Andrew Jones Makeup Is Not Just for Clowns
  • Who Needs Makeup
  • Not Hard to Use
  • Straight Makeup
  • Judge by Audience Size
  • Techniques pf Application
  • The Base, or Foundation
  • Follow with Rouge
  • Eyes are Important
  • Makeup Under Lights
  • Special Touches
1981
Magick (Issue 299)
1495
Stuart R. Patterson, David Britland How to Tackle Problems
1981
Babel (Issue 2)
23
Juan Tamariz Magia y Memoria short article on memory and magic
1981 8
Juan Tamariz Por un Inteto de Comprension del Milagro Magico thoughts on magic
1981 44
T. Page Wright, William Larsen Das Problem der Präsentation on presentation
Also published here
  • Genii, Jan. 1940
June 1981
Intermagic (Vol. 8 No. 2)
48
Stephen Minch In Praise of the Lowly Flourish essay
1982 5
Jim Cellini "Cellini" writes about Magic
1982 97
Fred Robinson On Competitions
Jan. 1982
Pabular (Vol. 7 No. 1)
974
Roger Crosthwaite An Approach to Magic
Feb. 1982
Pabular (Vol. 7 No. 2)
991
Roger Crosthwaite An Approach to Magic - Part 2
May 1982
Pabular (Vol. 7 No. 4)
1028
Roger Crosthwaite An Approach to Magic
Aug. 1982
Pabular (Vol. 7 No. 5)
1041
Mike Caveney Ground Rules on the selection of props and the stage persona
1982 1
Bobby Bernard Just a Thought on the "Charlie Chaplin Shuffle" How Bobby uses a false shuffle done by Charlie Chaplin in The Gold Rush, same thinking as Ron "Ravelli" Wohl
Related to 1982 84
Bobby Bernard Bobby Bernard on Misdirection John Ramsay and Max Malini's misdirection skills
1982 112
Bobby Bernard Bobby Bernard on "The Actor in Magic"
1982 113
Bobby Bernard Bobby Bernard on "Sleight-of-Hand" On what he thinks the most useful sleights are
1982 114
Bobby Bernard Bobby Bernard on "The Classics of Close-Up"
1982 115
Bobby Bernard Bobby Bernard on Television On the potential of magic on TV
1982 117
Bobby Bernard Bobby Bernard on the Movies How magicians should be portrayed in movies
1982 118
Bobby Bernard Bobby Bernard on Close-Up Presentation
1982 119
Phillip Young Magicians and Creativity
1982 4
Linda Jonason Practical Tips for the Working Performer
  • Wait For It
  • Signal With Showmanship
  • Acknowledging Applause
  • Natural Grace and Ease
  • And Talk in the Same Manner
  • Script Your Remarks
  • Delivery is Important, Too
  • Change Your Style and Pacing
Jan. 1982
Magick (Issue 301)
1505
John Ramsay Ramsay on the Real Secrets on misdirection, holding out, timing, moves
1982 41
Juan Tamariz La Cháchara essay on how the use of patter changed over time
1. Atmosfera y Conjuro
2. Atención: De Prisa de Prisisima
3. Verso y Musica: Ilustración y Emoción
4. Parodia, Bufonda y Risas
5. Defensa y Credibilidad
6. Elegancia y Distinción
7. Ni Fu Ni Fa
8. Algo de Luz
9. El Futuro
1982 5
Juan Tamariz Video Magic thoughts on using a camera to practice
Related to 1982 59
Eugene Burger Drawing the Line on one's performing repertoire
Also published here 1982 13
Eugene Burger Names on using the names of the spectators
Also published here 1982 20
Eugene Burger Contact
Also published here 1982 25
Eugene Burger Not Hearing
Also published here 1982 28
Eugene Burger Energy
Also published here 1982 29
Eugene Burger Silence
Also published here 1982 32
Eugene Burger Discipline
Also published here 1982 33
Eugene Burger It's Done With Mirrors
Also published here 1982 37
Eugene Burger Hecklers
Also published here 1982 39
Eugene Burger Presentation
Also published here 1982 3
John Carney The Logic of Deception essay on magic as an art
Also published here 1983 5
John Carney Study essay on how to practice and adapt routines
1983 10
John Carney Presentation essay on audience management and routining
1983 15
John Carney The Importance of Concepts discussion on importance of magic principles and references for further reading
1983 19
John Carney Effect essay on effect objectives, presentation and performance style
1983 26
John Carney Conviction essay on power of belief and consistency of action
1983 29
John Carney Routining thoughts on routine construction
1983 33
John Carney Naturalness thoughts
1983 38
John Carney Moves - Use and Abuse thoughts
Also published here 1983 44
John Carney Entertainment thoughts
VariationsAlso published here 1983 48
John Carney Respect for Art thoughts
1983 56
Ross Bertram A Note on Optics on retention of vision principle
1983 22
Ross Bertram The Way of All Flesh palming tip
1983 248
Ross Bertram Reflections mirror practice tip
1983 249
Ross Bertram Don't Kill the Audience, or Yourself on structuring effects
1983 249
Ross Bertram Who are we Fooling?
1983 249
Ross Bertram Little Things Mark the Professional
1983 249
Ross Bertram The Rhythm Count tip
1983 250
Ross Bertram It Pays Off
1983 251
Ross Bertram Food for Thought interview
1983 254
Paul Harris Creative Close-Up
  • Step I. Setting Goals
  • Master Goal List
  • Step II. The Known
  • Step III. The Unknown
  • Step IV. A Connecting Line of Thought
1983 108
Jon Racherbaumer Someone Called me a Fool...
1983
Facsimile (Issue 1)
36
Steve Beam Style on practicing a new routine quickly
1983 4
Myriam Ruthchild The Credibility Factor on credibility as a performer
  • But no one is perfect
  • A lesson from history
  • Law of association
  • And the role of knowledge
  • Books and studying
  • A liking for people
  • Subliminal signals
  • Go the full nine yards
Jan. 1983
Magick (Issue 313)
1565
Bascom Jones Listen To Yourself Talk on the quality of speech
  • Recognizing the Problem
  • Identifying the Solution
  • How Your Voice Works
  • Controlling Volume
  • Toward Variety
  • You Use Different Voices
  • And You Can Vary More Than Volume
  • Hear Yourself Talk: Listen To Others
Feb. 1983
Magick (Issue 315)
1575
"Magic" Christian Stelzel Personal Thoughts
  • Set-Up
  • Self-Critisism
  • Success
  • Creativity
  • Psychology
  • Sources of Mistakes
  • Music
  • Instructions
  • Read Literature about Presentation
1983 1
Alessandro de Luca, Theophil "Philius" Weidmann Auswahl der Gehilfen on choosing spectators for the show
1983 10
Piet Forton Ein guter Zauberer denkt nicht nur an Tricks... on learning magic and basic tips of performing
1983 28
Adam Fleischer Becoming A Magic Hedonist on magic hedonsim and brief portraits of Ammar, Martinez, Harris, Fleischer and Bill Hertz
1983 29
Eugene Burger The Opening Effect Is You
Also published here 1983 11
Eugene Burger The Secrets Revisited
Also published here 1983 26
Eugene Burger Chapter Two: Creating Interest
Also published here 1983 17
Eugene Burger The Spectator is the Star
Also published here 1983 48
Eugene Burger Chapter Four: Precision
Also published here 1983 71
Eugene Burger Chapter Five: Confidence and Power
Also published here 1983 85
Adam Fleischer The State-Of-The-Art In Magic 1984
1984 xxi
Max Maven Compared to What? on Sturgeon's Law
1984 xxii
Michael Ammar A Look At Magic, 1984 And Beyond
1984 xxiv
Jay Sankey State-Of-The-Art, 1984
1984 xxvi
Bart Whaley Towards a General Theory of Deception
Jan. 1984
Epoptica (Issue 5)
270
Jon Racherbaumer Letters to the Editor on "Magic on Television"
Summer 1984
West Coast Quarterly (Vol. 1 No. 2)
7
Earl Nelson Soapbox - Competition in Magic on magic contests
Summer 1984
West Coast Quarterly (Vol. 1 No. 2)
54
Paul Harris Foreword on the performance of close-up magic
1984
Steve Beam Creating Magic hot to invent tricks
  • Creating Magic
  • Warning!!
  • Getting into the Mood
  • Tools
  • Background
  • Second Guessing Authors
  • Other Magicians
  • Magic Catalogs
  • Laymen
  • Lying
  • Problems
  • Brainstorming
  • Name Dropping
  • Existing Tricks
  • Routines
  • The Trick Brain
  • Living with an Idea
  • Step by Step
  • Conclusion
Related to 1984 69
Jan Torell Geräusche on sound and visibility of vanishing objects when they make a noise
1984 33
Jan Torell Meine Gedanken zum Programm on building an act
1984 34
Jan Torell Qualitätsstufen different levels of deception
1984 35
Jan Torell Zeit-Probleme on preparing a show at the venue, light, setting etc.
1984 36
Bruce Barnett Impact Theory or The Secret of Commanding Applause
  • Maximize the Impact
  • Focal Point
  • Keep It Uncluttered
  • Multiple Conclusions
  • What, Then?
  • Structure With Tension
  • The Rating System
  • And Build to the Close
  • It's Not New
Jan. 1984
Magick (Issue 327)
1635
Peter Pit Stage Presence and Stage Technique
  • Who Am I? What Am I? Why Am I?
  • Personality and Image
  • Audience Appeal
  • Tips and Techniques on Presence
    • Making an Entrance
    • Smile
    • Standing
    • Walking
    • Looking
    • Talking
July 1984
Magick (Issue 335)
1675
Marcello Truzzi Thoughts on the Disclaimer in Mentalism
  • Obligation to Enlighten?
  • Most Take the Middleground
  • Is it Fun to be Fooled?
  • The Sleight-Of-Tongue Disclaimer
  • In a Crystal Darkly
  • Beyond the Foodlights
  • But Spell my Name Right
Dec. 1984
Magick (Issue 343)
1715
Jon Racherbaumer Pensées thoughts on various topics, Dan Greenburg, Looy Simonoff, A Swindle of Sorts, Raymond Smullyan, Marx Brothers, magazine The Magic Wand
Related to 1984 185
Juan Tamariz La Magia des los Accesorios - Una Magia Escencial on mastering magic with hidden equipment, topit, invisible thread, thumb tip etc
1984 5
Juan Tamariz La Magia Impromptu on impromptu magic
1984 7
Juan Tamariz El Arte Dramagico
  • Dos Caminos
  • Bibliografia Dramagica
1984 32
Juan Tamariz Magia y Surrealismo on magic and surrealism
1984 93
Richard Hatch, Richard Osterlind Observations on the Status of Magic
Nov. 1985
Epoptica (Issue 7)
429
Eugene Burger A Conversation Along a Thickly Wooded Path philosophical thoughts...
Summer 1985
The Collected Almanac (Vol. 3 No. 28, 29 & 30)
302
Russell T. Barnhart The Smoke-Filled Room Satire
Autumn 1985
The Collected Almanac (Vol. 3 No. 31, 32 & 33)
340
Danny Korem The Art of Stand-Up essay on limitations and strengths
1985 47
Danny Korem Mind Meddlers - Love is a Trick essay on claimed psychic powers of James Hydrick
1985 133
Thomas Alan Waters Mystyx on credits, originality and copying
1985
Mind, Myth & Magick (Issue Mystyx)
679
Albert Goshman Words of Wisdom performance advice
1985 25
Barrie Richardson A Blizzard in Nebraska what to do, when you have a show and the props get lost
  • What to do?
  • Opening Remarks
  • Instant Mathematics
  • Annemann's Angels' Flight
  • Memory Sit-Down Stunt
  • The Koran Coin Count
  • Annemann-Randi-Richarson Psychometry
  • The Memory Sit-Down, the Climax
  • From Failure to Success
  • The Choice
Mar. 1985
Magick (Issue 349)
1745
Pedro, Mark Vincent, Steve Bryan Theorie - Natürlichkeit short essay on being natural
1985
Gimmick (Issue 1)
7
Michael Weber Thoughts & Theories
1985 27
Jay Sankey Sankey's Last Word Essay on some thoughts on creativity, structuring routines etc.
1986 120
Steve Beam The Good, the Bad & the Layman comments and thoughts on magic
1. Magician or Actor?
2. Why aren't Magicians Tougher on Each Other?
3. Are Magicians too Tough on Each Other?
4. The "Commercial" Trick
5. Good Versus Bad Tricks
6. The Commercial Magicians
7. The Attitude
8. Conclusion
Followed by comments of Don Morris, John Riggs, Leroy Blackstone, Phillip Young, Dexter Cleveland, Wayne Kyzer
Related to 1986 245
Bascom Jones Your Voice - Secret Weapon or Albatross? on having a good voice to perform
  • It Takes Work
  • Voice Characteristics
  • Enunciate
  • Voice Drop
  • Pitch
  • Intensity
  • Faulty Pronunciation
  • Voice Quality
  • Practice Makes for Perfection
May 1986
Magick (Issue 371)
1855
Terry Seabrooke The M.C.
  • The Running Order
  • The Start of the Show
  • The End of the Show
  • The Band
  • The Room
  • The Show
  • Final Thoughts
1986 72
Terry Seabrooke Looking for Laughs comedy bits, on humor
1986 78