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Lucky Ladybug (Gimmicks and Online Instructions) by Joshua Ray & Deuce Gala Magic


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Praise, applause, and plenty of awes - Lucky Ladybug isn't merely a trick; it's a transformative tool that elevates your spectator into a star!

Based on a classic of magic, Lucky Ladybug turns what used to be a moment of shock into charm and delight.

You start by showing three logs "from your garden" to reveal that there are three lucky ladybugs on the back. Then, while in the spectator's hand, one of the ladybugs mysteriously 'flies away'. What happens next is literally an ON the hand miracle. Your spectator waves their hand above the logs, and to their delight, the ladybug has magically returned!

Whether a family, corporate, or cocktail event, this enchanting effect combines adoration with amazement, leaving your audience with shared wonder and a cherished memento of the magical moment you helped to create.

What's Inside:

This powerhouse of a packet trick comes with 3 durable, 100% plastic cards that are easy to handle, clean, and will last nearly forever. You'll also receive 20 hand-painted, self-adhesive, wooden ladybugs to be given away or reused

You'll also get:

In-depth Video Tutorials on Performance and Presentation (Download)

  • Joshua Ray walks you through each phase, in detail, on how to do every move, and there's really only one!
Performance Commentary (Download)
  • This is a professional magician's play by play breakdown of the performance.
  • You'll know exactly why Joshua did what he did so that you can avoid potential hurdles and jump over them with ease.
Director's Commentary (Download)
  • The man behind the Deuce Gala brand, Buck Bowen, breaks down alternate performances to give you even more insight on key moments to watch for.
The Worker's Guide (Download)
  • A brief look at how you can have your Lucky Ladybug set and ready to go when hopping from table to table.
Duper Practice (Download)
  • Learn faster and start performing quicker with this POV, over the shoulder, slow motion replay of how to perform the effect.
Mirrored Playback (Download)
  • You'll no longer be trying to follow along in frustration.
  • With a reversed image version of the tutorial, my movements will mirror yours for lightning fast learning!
Chapter Markers
  • Now you can skip to WHAT you need WHEN you need it! #NoScrubs!
Video Captions
  • Need to be quiet? Out and about without headphones? No problem!
  • Captions are perfect for uninterrupted learning when audio isn't an option.
Infield, Road Tested Script (Download)
  • A quick PDF guide for anytime access to Joshua's field tested script.
  • Includes insights, subtitles, and troubleshooting tips.
Exclusive Lifetime Access To The Deuce Gala Magic Private Facebook Group
  • Get direct assistance with questions.
  • Get access to a seasoned group of like-minded magicians.
  • Watch and participate in monthly LIVE sessions and AMAs.
QUOTES

"It's perfect for family audiences. I showed my own daughter and she loved it and I think you will too!"
- John Guastaferro

"I love when creators take the time to think about the emotion of their spectators, and this trick does exactly that. This is a sweet take on a classic magic trick!"
- Mario The Maker Magician

"I've never performed an effect that left me and my spectator teary-eyed and hugging at the end. Lucky Ladybug is truly magical."
- Buck Bowen, Deuce Gala Magic

"I use Lucky Ladybug every night in my walk around set. Whether kids or adults, the reactions are great! I wish I started doing this 20 years ago! Now I'm a "Lady's" man!"
- Joe Cole, Full-Time Pro Since 2000

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Incredible impact with so little work! Report this review
Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on October 11th, 2023
Lucky Ladybug is an adorable piece of magic that instantaneously brings a smile to the spectator's face. The effect is straightforward and easy for the audience to follow. The magical appearance of the wooden three dimensional, hand painted model on the back of their han creates instant surprise and joy. As my wife said "This is the cutest magic I have ever seen!"

I remember when Jim Pace's The Web first came on the scene twenty-five years or so ago. The appearing spider (and numerous other variations of scary and gross critters) quickly became popular due to the visceral reaction created. It was dubbed "the scariest magic trick of all time". The Web is still a lot of fun to perform but care must be taken on who it is performed for, where and when. While great for Halloween parties where people expect a fright, in many settings (restaurants, church functions, etc.) it just isn't appropriate.

Lucky Ladybug gets around all of these limitations. It produces the same level of surprise, but instead of being scary it is charming. There is really no limitation as to where, when, or to whom it can be performed. And at the end, you are gifting them the Ladybug, a wonderful reminder of this magic moment. It is so much better than a folded card! The only thing near comparable that I can think of is Abigail Spinner's (McBride) magic bubble routine where a "wish" bubble solidifies into a marble.

Another great thing about this routine is that most magicians will be able to start using it immediately. 99%+ of magicians will already know and be comfortable with the move to accomplish the vanish the Ladybug from the card. That leaves only the handling and timing nuances for the appearance of the ladybug on the hand. Joshua does a great job of explaining this in the tutorial. Never has so much impact been gotten for so little work!

50 pack refills of ladybugs are available for $5, so this won't break the bank.

I am already using this as my primary "quick piece" of magic when meeting people. From the reactions I've received so far, I am confident that it is helping land more gigs. I am even thinking about getting business cards printed where one side is a "garden" for the ladybug with the other having my website information. This way kids can keep it like the pet rocks of the 70s and parents will know how to contact me when it comes time for that birthday or holiday party.

Highly recommend
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So powerful Report this review
Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on October 16th, 2023
Such a simple and powerful effect. I love it.
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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on December 11th, 2023
This arrived last week from Penguin. The Tutorial is quick and to the point-- very well done and provides an excellent presentation I can work around. I immediately performed it out that night. I am not a comedy style Magician and bought this more for kids etc. But, performing it to 3 random people at a restaurant--Wow-- the reactions were fantastic. This is a true gem. So simple yet very powerful. And getting the ladybug to "appear" is very easy to do-- This is an effect that people seem to really love. Will always have this in my close-up case now. A+.
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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on December 1st, 2023
This is my fist review for a trick although I have as of today 455 downloads of tricks and lectures, I have found something to say about this trick in particular. I remember in the 90's when the Web by Jim Pace came out it was a killer! I had people screaming and jumping all over the place. I was in my 20's and it didn't "Offend" anyone. Now I'm in my 50's and I have grandchildren and a lot of things have changed. As a magician that works family restaurants this will be the NEW KILLER! What I am mostly pleased with is that you get 21, YES 21 ladybug souvenirs to give away if you wish to do so. I look forward to purchasing a few more as you know if you have been in the business long enough tricks get discontinued. I highly recommend this if you work restaurant's, cocktail parties and birthday parties.
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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on September 30th, 2023
I forgot my stars on my prior review
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One of my favorites in my walkaround! Report this review
Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on November 7th, 2023
Well made stock cards! Such a beautiful effect and kids and adults love it! Nice job Joshua Ray and Deuce Gala!
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Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on November 7th, 2023
Fortunately the tutorial gives several ways to handle the Ladybug, however for me, the first method is tricky because of the small size of the Ladybug and I do have reasonably good dexterity. Very good reactions with the Ladybug and worth the tutorial.
Incidentally, you can purchase 100 MINI Ladybugs on Amazon for $5.99
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