Magic tricks need not be grandiose performances like those of David Copperfield, which obviously take a lot of time and money. Quite recently, the phenomenon of 'street magic' has gained popularity; street magic is more up close and personal. Street magic involves doing magic for a small group of people, in your house, in a bar, or even at your office. A real atmosphere of wonder is created because of the magician's proximity to the audience. How to Get Started The Internet is a huge resource for getting information about free and easy-to-learn magic tricks. Just type in the keywords 'free magic tricks' in your local search engine and the results will be endless. The age-old library is also a good source for free magic tricks, especially if you want to concentrate on tricks using one material only. Any magic trick can be easily researched, since magic often takes the form of simple science, borne out of imagination and entertainment. Different Kinds of Magic Tricks The most common magic tricks involve either cards or coins. These are the two basic 'tools' of any magician. Cards and coins can be used for sleight-of-hand tricks or even mind-reading tricks, which become more effortless with continued practice. Becoming a Successful Magician Knowing how to do the magic trick is only thirty percent of the job. Thirty-five percent goes to practice, while the remaining thirty-five percent has to do with acting. Good magicians strive to perfect their craft for fear of their secrets being revealed if anything goes wrong. If you want to avoid unwittingly showing your audience the trick behind your trick, practice to gain more confidence. Acting, or knowing how to mislead your audience with appropriate facial expressions and body language, helps create an air of mystery in any performance. |
