Magic Tricks

This follows on from A 'SAD' Night in Hamburg and takes one of the strongest effects (Nod To Pocket Watch) and builds a whole routine around it. This routine can be done with very few props (simply some business cards, a small envelope and some pens)in a short space of time (hence the title) but also achieves a great deal, including a prediction of the spectators actions, a nice drawing duplication and an impossible prediction of a spectators thought (completely free choice, no forcing) which gives a killer ending. As several spectators are required it is ideal for occasions like a close-up gig where you're booked for 2 hours and have 250-300 guests to get around and want to leave a strong impression in a short space of time. Probably not for the beginner (I'd recommend A 'SAD' Night in Hamburg in that case) but certainly something for any worker who wants to add something to their walkaround set with props they're probably already carrying. It's worth mentioning if you didn't like the entire routine, or particularly favoured one or two areas of it you could either remove that area of the routine or just perform that one effect e.g the drawing duplication, as single routine by itself. Overall highly recommended for anyone performing close-up and is looking for ideas and inspiration on how to build a strong, short, memorable routine.