Magic Tricks

Bob White is one of the last remaining 1st gen conduits to the Vernon/Miller magic oeuvre. He took what he learned directly from those two titans and earned his living from magic for decades in the "real world". As such, anything he puts out is worthy of study, including this--his last public lecture for magicians. In it, he opines of his versions of the classics: everything from the Sponge Bunnies, to Hamman's Twins to his piece de resistance, the cups and balls.

For those unfamiliar with Mr. White, it might be easy to dismiss this lecture as the cranky ramblings of a curmudgeon. (Indeed, those who crave superficial flash and filigree, as well as the "I've seen all that before" crowd need not graze here.) However, while Mr. White is never shy in expressing his strongly-held opinions, there is absolute gold for real performers here. For example, carefully study his superb false transfer carefully--learn it--actually perform it, and then decide whether you got your money's worth. I'll bet you'll answer in the affirmative! The magic here is practical, classic, and timeless.

While hampered a bit by age and a stroke, Bob White is a magic treasure whose work will (and does) live on. We should count ourselves lucky he decided to share himself one last time with us.

(HOT TIP: There is nothing quite like seeing Bob in his prime. His DVD releases were all released prior to his stroke and he is in top form. All are highly recommended)