Blog

A collection of blog posts.

Inside Lubor Fiedler's Brain

Enjoy these videos from the lab of a magical mad scientist exploring principles never seen before or since.

Published: June 2, 2023

Fish Tales and the Jastrow Illusion

Something fishy is going on with this new design for the Jastrow Illusion. No matter the facts, there's always a bigger fish.

Published: May 10, 2023

Magic Show Template for Banquets

I'm sharing my recipe for a successful banquet show. Following this template will help you do a great show at easy gigs, and pull off a good show at tough gigs.

Published: January 17, 2023

I Am A Ghost

Is your opening line going to capture interest and pique curiosity? You've got one sentance to earn attention. Make every word count.

Published: February 23, 2021

Teaching Magic to Children

Lessons learned from teaching magic. Some good tricks to start with. Keep it simple to keep it fun!

Published: November 20, 2020

Let Me Count The Ways

How many ways can you shuffle a deck of cards? The number is beyond astronomically large! Is it possible to make that fascinating fact more entertaining?

Published: November 6, 2020

Framing Your Magic

Plan your magic so it plays on camera, whether or not you're performing for a camera.

Published: May 26, 2020

A Quick Chat with Giovanni

Giovanni shares his thoughts about "pack small, play big" and making an impact on your audience.

Published: January 5, 2020

How can a magician create a story?

Ryan struggles with writing a magic show that creates a sense of change.

Published: April 25, 2019

Your Personal Magic Criteria

Choose the tricks you do with an objective perspective based on your values as a magician.

Published: February 8, 2019

Why Is Ryan Destroying Magic Books?

Ryan made a hard decision to give up his bookshelves and the hit the highway. Part of that involved tossing a lot of magic books in the recycling bin, and sending even more off to certain doom.

Published: November 10, 2018

Double Lift Technique for Stand-Up Magic

Let's look at how a standard double lift can be raised up, bringing your face, and your personality, into the picture.

Published: November 10, 2018

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