Magic Tricks

Wow, what a lesson! I believe this is what Dan had in mind when we wanted to update and modernize the Tarbell course. He has taken a lesson that was out-dated and completely brought it up to date and within the grasp of most performers. It is more likely than not that you won’t be adding any of these pieces as presented in your show; however, the construction and building techniques were enlightening. Below are just a few highlights from this lesson.

- The Firecracker trick all though not my taste was a fun exercise in adapting the text to fit different objects. I’m sure someone will see this adapt it and create a killer routine.
- The Balloon and Silk effect is a fresh pop to the classic silk reproduction. It is within the grasp of the starting magi but could also go in the act of a working professional. It’s simple, direct and is worth trying.
- The Chinese Lantern Production is a production box stage performers should revisit. It’s innocent looking and Dan walks you through every step of the construction process.
- Dan shows you the best way to cut sheet metal using handheld power tools.
- Dan’s production trees are the best I’ve seen
- The production palm tree is the real winner of this lesson. I’m making one! It's visual, something no one has seen and uses a device that magicians, myself included, have overlooked

If you are a creative magician who loves to learn and try something new I would recommend getting this lesson. If you like the trailer and the effects described it’s well worth taking a look