Pretty Penny by Michael John(VIP)

“A very clever piece that I’m excited to perform” – David Blaine

“It’s an actual masterpiece. The more time I spend with it, the more I realize what a big step forward this is. Way to go. A brilliant, magnificent piece from a brilliant magician & magic creator – what a mic drop of an entrance into the world of magic creators. This is one of those rare pieces where the method is as amazing as the effect. And the effect is perfect. What an absolute treasure. I’ve been involved in magic for most of my life and I can’t remember being this excited about a trick for a long, long time. Thank you Michael for making this.” – Nate Staniforth


“An incredible coin in bottle. This piece has a lot of value in it. Getting the coin in the bottle with your method is genius, but the other part that is genius is your melting through handling. We are just as excited about it. You’ve replaced the folding coin. This is so good that Michael should have kept this one for himself; I’m glad he didn’t.” – Doug McKenzie

“I’m fooled. I think it’s extraordinary. Really, really special and I think the marketplace will LOVE this. For now, I’ll bask in the glory of just being amazed.” – Joshua Jay

“Mind blowing! The greatest magic trick I think I’ve ever seen.” – Bobby Motta

“It’s been fun to watch the evolution of CIB effects. Michael has taken it to an extraordinary place. This may be the most simple and practical yet visual CIB to date. Killer! Kudos Mike!” – Eric Ross

“Very nice optics! Good work!” – Brad Christian

“Michael this is brilliant! This is real magic, finally a method that checks all the boxes and leaves your audience with an impossible souvenir, amazing discovery!” – Bro Gilbert

“I’ve seen Michael trying to come up with his own contribution to the coin-in-bottle plot he loves for YEARS. Not an easy task with all the versions already out there. When he sent me a video of a coin SLOWLY penetrating a glass bottle, I went “OMG, he finally did it”. Pretty Penny Principle is more than pretty, it’s gorgeous!” – Johannes the Dreamer, the creator of Breakthrough

“Not just an impossibly visual coin in bottle without gimmicks, but multiple methods and presentations to fit any performance style! The time, thought, experience and creativity that Michael John has put into this is abundantly evident. If you have the slightest interest in the coin and bottle effect, Pretty Penny is required learning.” – Karl Hein

“Michael John is a good friend. As you know, I have my own version of a coin in bottle that I have been using for over 50 years. This is totally different and quite extraordinary! Actually, Michael gives you a variety of effects starting with a borrowed penny (marked!) that penetrates into a glass beer bottle! It’s a real unprepared bottle and a real, unprepared penny! This is so cool! He also teaches how you can give away the bottle with the coin still in it as a souvenir! What a great effect! The person can take it home and show it off for years. What a great way to advertise yourself! Plus there is more such as having the coin visibly penetrate into the bottom of the bottle while you hold the top with just one hand! And he also showed me how he pulls out a coin that’s already in the bottle right through the side! I am excited because this is all based on a new principle I have never seen before. When you see it, you will agree and wish you had thought of it first! Even though I will continue to use my version in my own shows, I will also be using Michael’s version for certain other special situations. And that’s what this is – SPECIAL!” – Richard Osterlind

“Aside from the lovely visual penetration, MJ had taken the impossible object/give-away concept and made it the most practical, efficient and cost free version imaginable. You can give these bottles away and it’ll cost you pennies .. literally. Easy to prep and easy to do, this is worker material, just terrific!” – Steve Valentine

“I’ve always loved the coin thru bottle plot and many have intrigued me over the years, but this approach has to be my favorite in terms of method AND visual. I’m not sure if this one can be topped to be honest. Great discoveries!” – Cash Magick

Pretty Penny by Michael John is the greatest coin in bottle of all time because it uses borrowed ordinary objects. You read that right. Borrowed coin, borrowed bottle, it does not get better than this

Imagine this. A penny is placed on your palm, an empty bottle is placed on the coin. Not only do you see the coin melt through the glass bottle but you hand out the bottle for examination. It gets better just wait. Not only can they examine the coin and the bottle but the coin is stuck in the bottle forever unless they break it.

As if that was not enough, Pretty Penny by Michael John includes a total of four methods to perform the coin in bottle.

You’ll learn the
-Optical Rise
-Quarter Penny
-Penny Push
-Penny Slam

Here’s why we love it
-The penetration looks even better in person. The optical rise is a true innovation unlike anything we have ever seen before.
-The coin goes in and the spectator cannot get it out without breaking the bottle.
-All of the props are ordinary and you could perform Pretty Penny with items found at a bar or party you are attending.

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Elasticube by Patricio Teran(VIP)

Just when you thought you had seen it all with a Rubik's cube, Patricio Terán brings us "Elasticube" when stretching one of the ends the cube remains a single color, this impressive effect was specially designed for television and social networks. However, the 27-minute tutorial also explains an adaptation of the system to a "normal" cube and later its examination.
-very easy to do
-no magnets
-no complex patterns

Download now!!!!

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Proudlock’s Sympathetic Silks by Edward Bagshawe(VIP)

Proudlock's Sympathetic Silks by Edward Bagshawe : Lybrary.com

Now you, too, can present this award-winning silk routine in your show.

Here is a beautiful routine using two sets of three silk scarves that magically knot and unknot themselves "in sympathy" with each other ... even from across the stage. Best of all, you can do this with your own silks, as they contain no hidden pockets, sewn-together pairs, or similar fekes.

Edward Proudlock's Sympathetic Silks are a joy to behold, no less to the magician than to the uninitiated beholder. That it was a feature of Proudlock's act for 15 years is a testament as to its beauty and strength. Anyone who includes Proudlock's version and working in his act or program can indeed regard himself as a professional of the highest caliber.

38 illustrations and Edward Bagshawe's step-by-step instructions make everything clear. Use silks or scarves. This should be a feature in your act.

"If you do the Sympathetic Silks you must have this book, as it shows you moves you never thought possible." - Max Holden in The Sphinx"Learn to really do this silk classic. This is not a re-hash of the old sympathetic silk trick, but practical, detailed instructions showing just how to turn the effect into a veritable miracle. The instructions are replete with 38 lucid diagrams, showing just how every move is accomplished. If you have ever performed the Sympathetic Silk Trick, or if you ever intend to use it, you must have Proudlock's version." - Floyd Thayer in Genii magazine

"...a logical, simple routine, easily mastered. [T]his booklet receives first recommendation." - Lloyd E. Jones review in Genii magazine

"Without question, this effect would be regarded by any class of audience as Real Magic." - Brunel White

1st edition 1936; PDF 37 pages.
word count: 9116 which is equivalent to 36 standard pages of text

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Harapan Ong – Jumping to Conclusions(VIP)

Jumping to Conclusions (Gimmicks and Online Instructions) by Harapan Ong

A fun, surprising, and easy-to-do prediction effect from Harapan Ong.

Harapan has taken Max Maven's beloved "Drawing Conclusions" concept and evolved it to be more direct and fairer than ever. They'll never see the stunning ending coming and the result is different each time.

You have a pack of abstract images mixed and cut by a volunteer. With your head turned, they start dealing the cards to the table until they decide to stop. It's a completely free choice and they can even change their mind if they want.

Once they look at the image (let's say it's a "door"), it is lost back in with the other images. All of this is done while your head is still turned, so it would be impossible for you to know the image they chose or where it's located in the pack.

Even against these impossibly fair odds, you start searching through the images, removing some potential choices and laying them face-up as you do. Once you have a handful of possibilities selected, you start eliminating them one by one.

You don't say a word until just a few images remain. This is when you decide to finally check with your volunteer to see if you're on the right track. You're confused when they say "no" because you've seemingly eliminated their image. That's when you prove that you were actually right the whole time.

Without any funny moves or awkward switches, you re-arrange the remaining images on the table. They now spell out the word "door" (or any other image they chose).

  • Free choice of where to stop (no forcing)
  • No sleight of hand
  • No marked cards
  • No rough and smooth
  • All of the cards are examinable

"Jumping to Conclusions" comes with two different sets of high-quality, custom-made image cards, each with its own distinct theme. One features modern abstract designs, while the others are modeled after Chinese flash cards. You can choose the one that suits you best or mix and match based on the situation.

You'll be ready to perform this amazing packet trick within minutes of learning it. The fact that the outcome is different each time makes it perfect for everyone from workers to hobbyists. Get your copy of "Jumping to Conclusions" by Harpan Ong today!

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Jon Armstrong – Vanishing Inc Masterclass Week 3(VIP)

Jon Armstrong Masterclass - Jon Armstrong - Vanishing Inc. Magic shop

For the bulk of his career, Jon Armstrong made a living as one of the most talented close-up magicians in the world. But, about a decade ago, he decided he wanted to focus more on performing stand-up magic both as a creative challenge and to open up more financial avenues. In this special, Masterclass he’s going to teach you how he made that transition. This includes both complete routines both old and new and all the tips he's picked up over the last ten years.

This three-part session includes two 90-minute lectures followed by a live Q&A on Zoom where you can ask Jon any questions you have. It's available for just $1/£1 for new subscribers of Vanishing Inc. Masterclass!

There is no better way to start 2024 than with the “Jon Armstrong Masterclass”!

Live Q&A - January 28, 2023 (4pm ET | NYC Time)

Join Jon live on Zoom as he answers your questions about not only the material taught in the weeks before, but anything related to stand-up magic.

As a SPECIAL BONUS, Jon will also talk about “Odds and Ends”, which are a bunch of simple ideas that you can apply to your shows based on the concepts taught in the previous weeks.

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Jon Armstrong – Vanishing Inc Masterclass Week 2(VIP)

Jon Armstrong Masterclass - Jon Armstrong - Vanishing Inc. Magic shop

For the bulk of his career, Jon Armstrong made a living as one of the most talented close-up magicians in the world. But, about a decade ago, he decided he wanted to focus more on performing stand-up magic both as a creative challenge and to open up more financial avenues. In this special, Masterclass he’s going to teach you how he made that transition. This includes both complete routines both old and new and all the tips he's picked up over the last ten years.

This three-part session includes two 90-minute lectures followed by a live Q&A on Zoom where you can ask Jon any questions you have. It's available for just $1/£1 for new subscribers of Vanishing Inc. Masterclass!

There is no better way to start 2024 than with the “Jon Armstrong Masterclass”!

Session 2 - January 14, 2023 (4pm ET | NYC Time)

Week two dives into five ways you can change how you approach your show so that you make a unique, one-of-a-kind impact on every audience.

Unite | Uno Voodoo
This fun and engaging effect about the world of high-stakes UNO cheating is the perfect effect for audiences of any age (something that cruise ship magicians always need to worry about). It’s a fully-scripted cards across routine that is as fun to perform as it is to watch.

Engage | Engagement Ideas
In this session, Jon will show you how to take some stand-up classics and make them more engaging and memorable.

Impress “ Through Line (First Time Being Published)
How can we make our shows more impressive on multiple levels? In this session, Jon will share a multi-part routine that serves as an easy structure to help turn a bunch of unique routines into a real show.

Train | Cup Ball and Shot Glass (First Time Being Published)
Teaching the audience to respond the way you want them to will make getting the reactions you desire much easier. To illustrate this concept, Jon will share an odd routine with a classic magic prop.

Respect | Paper Ball
Discover how respecting an audience’s time, intelligence, and individuality is crucial for a memorable show. Jon will share the closer he uses to get people on their feet and make them eager to see him again.

 

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Jon Armstrong – Vanishing Inc Masterclass Week 1(VIP)

Jon Armstrong Masterclass - Jon Armstrong - Vanishing Inc. Magic shop

For the bulk of his career, Jon Armstrong made a living as one of the most talented close-up magicians in the world. But, about a decade ago, he decided he wanted to focus more on performing stand-up magic both as a creative challenge and to open up more financial avenues. In this special, Masterclass he’s going to teach you how he made that transition. This includes both complete routines both old and new and all the tips he's picked up over the last ten years.

This three-part session includes two 90-minute lectures followed by a live Q&A on Zoom where you can ask Jon any questions you have. It's available for just $1/£1 for new subscribers of Vanishing Inc. Masterclass!

There is no better way to start 2024 than with the “Jon Armstrong Masterclass”!

Session 1 - January 7, 2024 (4pm ET | NYC Time)

In the first session, Jon will discuss the main concepts you need to understand if you want to stand-up magic and also improve the stand-up magic you already do.

Each section will start with a performance of a routine from Jon’s show before diving into the method for the effect, as well as a detailed exploration of the finer details that make it so successful. You don’t just get the why, but also the how—including how to make routines your own.

How to Win - Formal (Ring and Tie)
Jon’s overall thoughts about stand-up magic and his signature stand-up routine, which leaves your audience with a permanent reminder of your awesome skills for the rest of the show.

Real Show Review - Card Under Watch/Bag Stab
You’ll learn how to effectively review your shows and discover how it not only helps you improve your performances, but also sparks creativity for new routines. This section concludes with learning a complete 10-minute routine filled with tons of magical moments.

The Now - Practice Time: Chop Cup (First Time Being Published)
Jon offers some invaluable insights on how to script routines that audiences will genuinely remember. This includes a first-ever look at how he’s evolved his Chop Cup routine to heighten both the magical impact and audience interaction without following the standard guessing game plot.

Bringing Close-Up On Stage - Thought of Card to Wallet
Learning how to make your smaller close-up effects play bigger on stage is a major part of transitioning to stand-up magic. To illustrate this concept, Jon will teach you how to fill the stage with just a deck of cards, a rubber band, and a wallet.

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David Alnwick Nightmare Page(VIP)

Nightmare Page by David Alnwick and the 1914

From Edinburgh Fringe to your working set, "Nightmare Page" is a complete routine packed into a single piece of paper. This pocket-sized tool is your key to performing authentic, mind-blowing demonstrations of mind-reading both on and off stage.

"Nightmare Page" by David Alnwick is an ingenious piece of direct and memorable mentalism that was fine-tuned to perfection for his sold-out Edinburgh Fringe shows. Now, it's being brought to you by The 1914, the leader producer of mentalism for both casual and professional performances.

This one-page wonder works for up to four participants at a time, making it just as ideal for parlor and stage magic settings as it is for more intimate close up magic gatherings.

They select a word from the page. Then, without fishing for letters or asking for clues, you're able to describe their word with impeccable accuracy. That's not all though. Right when they think it's over, you hit them with an extra kicker: revealing the word they ALMOST thought of. This moment will leave them convinced you can really tap into their thoughts.

  • No fishing
  • No repeated words
  • No progressive anagrams
  • Instantly repeatable
  • Different outcomes each time

"The Nightmare Page" uses an innovative new concept called the "Alnwick Principle" that offers a variety of applications. Once you learn how it's done, your brain will start racing with potential applications. While this page is printed in English, the principle itself can be easily adapted into any language.

You get all the impact of a world-class book test in a singular page that is easily carried in your wallet or pocket. "The Nightmare Page" David Alnwick and The 1914 really is the perfect EDC for mentalists or mystery performers. Given how it can be instantly repeated with a different outcome, this is a worker's dream.

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David Jonathan – Synergy(VIP)

Create impossible predictions in real time on your phone!

From the creator of VOX comes Synergy, which takes multiple outs into the next stratosphere.

Hundreds of possible outcomes can be effortlessly predicted without ever touching the phone!

They have free choices every step of the way, yet your reveals will always be spot on and can appear in your photo gallery, as your wallpaper, within certain apps or even in Apple music!

Synergy boasts loads of routines, here are some of the highlights:

Clue: A suspect, weapon and location from a game of Clue are all freely named, and a photo taken on your phone shows the three game cards they selected!

Coin Toss: An imaginary coin is flipped four times and the wallpaper on your phone has predicted the outcome of all four flips perfectly!

Comic Clash: They are asked to visualize their favorite DC and Marvel superheroes squaring off against each other. There's a photo on your phone of a comic book with the two thought of superheroes battling each other on the cover!

Music Playlist: A list of songs are presented and they imagine hearing one playing in their mind, then arrange the others from their most to least favorite. You open Apple Music and there's a playlist of the songs that perfectly matches the order they created! Not only that, the song they have been hearing in their mind has been silently playing on mute from the start!

ESP Cards: Five ESP cards are shuffled and arranged in a row in any order facedown. You show a photo of five ESP cards taken earlier in the week on your phone and one by one, each card is turned over and it matches your photo bang on!

Playing Cards: A freely named playing cards happens to be your phone's wallpaper!

IMDB: You open the IMDB app and go to a specific movie, then place the phone facedown. They choose any film from the top 10 highest grossing movies of all time and turn the phone over to see that is the one you predicted!

Key points:

  • This is NOT a magic app
  • Can be performed without ever touching the phone
  • No NFC, RFID or voice recognition
  • No internet required for most routines
  • Starts and ends clean
  • TWO killer input methods included
  • iOS only (sorry Android users)

Synergy comes with custom printed props for certain routines, a Bluetooth selfie remote, access to 3 hours of video tutorials, all the required digital components and assets, and a PDF guide detailing how to setup your phone.

FAQ:

Q: Is this a magic app?
A: No, this is not a custom built magic app. Synergy uses native features available from Apple in iOS.

Q: How are the inputs done?
A: There are two input methods to choose from. One uses the supplied remote, which means you never have to touch the phone! The great thing about Synergy is it takes any standard Bluetooth selfie remote and transforms it into a covert multiple out input machine! If you prefer not to use the remote, the other input method only uses the phone and it is incredibly fast, motivated and extremely easy.

Q: How easy is it to perform?
A: Synergy is very easy to do. The setup, while not difficult at all, can take a little bit of time, but you get clear step by step instructions and it only needs to be done once, then you're all set!

Q: Does Synergy work with VOX?
A: Yes! You can use Synergy to input a freely named card for VOX. This means they can cut the deck as much as they like, they can name any card, they deal down and that named card is at the number Siri named without you ever touching the cards or the phone! (You must own VOX to use this feature).

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