Magic Tricks

Francis Menotti presents one of the best DVDs I have seen on the art of magical performance. While there are lots of DVDs and collections that house many more effects, far more technique or much more that might seem immediately "usable", The Treachery of Tricks parts with something even more precious. Menotti lets us come back-stage and into his mind-set for creating a cohesive, practical and polished performance. He shares razor-sharp points on audience psychology, show framing, effect selection and development and aims them squarely at the target of creating an entertaining, magical and memorable experience for anyone lucky enough to attend.

I bought this DVD as a part of a "Choose 5 for $99" special offer, but it would have been worth it had it been a hundred bucks by itself.