Leading Hollywood studio Lionsgate announced that it will bring its Now You See Me blockbuster film franchise to life in a new one-of-a-kind stage spectacular: Now You See Me Live. The studio, together with its partner The Works Entertainment, is launching a state-of-the-art magic show with cutting-edge technology, surprise twists, and never-before-seen illusions from someContinue reading “Lionsgate Announces Now You See Me Live Global Touring Magic Show”
Category Archives: Magic
The 49 Boxes, An Immersive, Collaborative Story Driven Event Filled With Old Artifacts, Magic, Puzzles and More!
Yesterday, my wife and I were invited to attend a 49 Boxes event at the Brookledge Theater in Hancock Park as guests of the event creator’s Michael Borys and Alex Lieu. Borys is a magician member of The Magic Castle who has been working with Lieu for over 20 years on games, marketing campaigns andContinue reading “The 49 Boxes, An Immersive, Collaborative Story Driven Event Filled With Old Artifacts, Magic, Puzzles and More!”
The 49 Boxes – An Immersive Exploration of Magic & Illusion
The 49 Boxes is a social, story-driven experience where audiences interact with artifacts from the Golden Age of Magic in order to solve mysteries that have been kept secret for more than half a century. This doesn’t happen around you…it happens because of you. The 49 Boxes was created by Michael Borys, the award-winning designerContinue reading “The 49 Boxes – An Immersive Exploration of Magic & Illusion”
Black Magic Rose, A New Magic Club Is Opening In Hollywood
A new magic-themed nightclub called Black Rabbit Rose is officially opening next Tuesday on Hollywood Boulevard. The latest enterprise by the Houston Brothers includes a 40-seat theater, a Thai-Chinese dinner menu, and a cocktail lounge featuring roaming magicians, exotic variety acts, and burlesque dancers. The club was custom built with rooms that might suddenly come to life duringContinue reading “Black Magic Rose, A New Magic Club Is Opening In Hollywood”
Magician Doug McKenzie
Meet Doug McKenzie who has produced magic for the likes of David Blaine. He is one of the world’s premiere close-up magic artists. But Doug’s interest in the illusion goes far beyond typical street magic; he has made it his mission to incorporate new technologies into his work, making a seemingly mundane cellphone the keyContinue reading “Magician Doug McKenzie”
The J.J. Abrams x Theory11 Mystery Box
The J.J. Abrams x Theory11 Mystery Box ($150) is a collaborative effort from Abrams and magic makers Theory11. This unique offering consists of a handcrafted lockbox made from 100-year-old reclaimed wood, iron-branded with a question mark and arriving with an alphanumeric lock. But unlike J.J.’s box, you’ll know what’s inside — 12 decks of playingContinue reading “The J.J. Abrams x Theory11 Mystery Box”
David Blaine: Real or Magic To Air On ABC On November 19, 2013
David Blaine returns to primetime television in a groundbreaking new special David Blaine: Real or Magic, this November on the ABC Network. David Blaine’s signature brand of street magic mystifies the most recognizable celebrities in the world, including Jamie Foxx, Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, Ricky Gervais, Katy Perry, Woody Allen, and Robert DeNiro, to nameContinue reading “David Blaine: Real or Magic To Air On ABC On November 19, 2013”
Deceptive Practice: The Mysteries & Mentors of Ricky Jay, A Documentary About Magician Ricky Jay
Deceptive Practice: The Mysteries & Mentors of Ricky Jay is a documentary about Ricky Jay, the renowned magician, actor, and writer. The film follows Jay’s life from his childhood as the son of an amateur magician, to his successful one-man shows and his film and television appearances. The film also spotlights Ricky Jay’s two mostContinue reading “Deceptive Practice: The Mysteries & Mentors of Ricky Jay, A Documentary About Magician Ricky Jay”
Apollo Robbins – The Gentleman Thief
American sleight-of-hand artist Apollo Robbins aka ‘The Gentleman Thief’ visited the Today Show in mid-January to share his pickpocketing techniques. During the segment Robbins pickpockets Matt Lauer, Willie Geist and Ryan Seacrest with ease and reveals how he is able to steal your belongings without you noticing.
10 Bets You Will Never Lose
Richard Wiseman teaches you ten bets you will always win. Some require a little practice. You’re going to need some paper clips, water, coins, matchsticks as well as a gullible friend.