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Magicians in the Philippines know the conventional wisdom of the politically correct about “danger effects”. Any trick with blood, gore, violence and scary stuff are strictly a no-no for kid shows.
Political correctness has crept into all aspects...
One of the valuable lessons I learned from Henry Hay’s classic book The Amateur Magician’s Handbook was the importance of being self contained.
When I go to a birthday party show, I bring everything I need. If I need a glass, I bring it. If I need...
Sometimes I don’t understand magicians in the Philippines. There are many kinds. They run the entire gamut of stereotypes.
On one extreme end are the shy and timid magicians. They perform their magic tentatively, almost gingerly: soft voice, slow...
As a magician in the Philippines, I also dabble in mentalism. I always include a mentalism act or two in my program when the conditions are right.
What I love about mentalism is the audience interaction. Most mentalism presentations involve...
Over a period, I have written about the subject of patter.
I feel generous today. I’ll write one more of the same.
But before I do, let me refer you to the past articles on patter.
How to Write a Script for Your Patter
Is Your Patter Filled with...
Contains the best tips and insights pertaining to magic and illusion. The site offers up to date issues on the status of magic in the Philippines. Also it gives Filipino magician's a good place to exchange ideas and insights about magic.
