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Daryl Hurst

Daryl Hurst

#2 Ropes, Ribbons, Strings & Reels author

(Ann Arbor, Michigan: 1954 - )

Daryl Hurst was active in magic from an early age and was well-established as a local Ann Arbor celebrity even before graduating from the University of Michigan in 1975. Following up on his collegiate Honors project exploring magic and the media, Hurst launched a decades-long career as an entertainer, teacher and retailer based in his hometown. Following later careers as a Certified Balloon Artist and in business administration, Hurst revisited his early magic days by authoring a memoir, a handbook for being a Hometown Magician, and in-depth guides to his classic routines and custom magic table.

"Daryl Hurst is the perfect prototype of the homegrown magician." - Greg Bordner, President, Abbott Magic Co.

website: www.onceuponamagicshow.com

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Smushies by Daryl Hurst

Smushies is one of my pet routines and original to me in many ways. A simple sponge ball routine and a series of magic wands combine to create fun and surprises as an onstage volunteer tries to fulfill every kid's dream of being a magician. A natural progression of more 'smushies' and larger wands seems to hit a snag when an oversized wand fails to produce any magic. The issue is resolved when flying snakes erupt in the air, leading to an unexpected ending and a dream fulfilled. This is yet another example of practical entertainment that produces outstanding results for the Hometown Magician....

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Cut and Restored Rope by Daryl Hurst

A rope magic double-header! Straightforward magic can't be beat, especially when it's embellished with the fun of gag scissors and multiplying wands. This first routine takes a while to complete the simple exercise of cutting a length of rope in two and then restoring it, but this is audience participation at its best. And not just with the helper on stage; everyone gets pulled in by watching the entertaining shenanigans play out. Follow it up with another simple visual effect where three different lengths of rope morph into three equal lengths and back again. This classic is still a hit with...

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Memory Tester by Daryl Hurst

A silly invention intended to test a spectator's memory starts with a simple switch-up and crescendos to a double-talk flurry of nonsense as four colored pom-poms appear impossibly connected by ever-changing strings. The kicker comes when the hollow rod is opened up to reveal no connecting strings at all. The baffling connections return as the performer reminds everyone to give the hapless spectator a round of applause.

Daryl Hurst's Hometown Magic routines are laser-focused on practical entertainment that can be performed in a variety of formal and informal venues without significant restrictions,...

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Egg Bag by Daryl Hurst

The basic premise of this routine is that a white egg seems to appear or disappear in a small black bag, all while two onstage spectators look on and continually check the bag for the presence or absence of the elusive egg. The harmless fun and several surprising turns are reflected in the simple byplay between the performer and the two 'helpless' helpers. It is the shortest of my classic routines but long remembered by audiences of all ages.

Daryl Hurst's Hometown Magic routines are laser-focused on practical entertainment that can be performed in a variety of formal and informal venues...

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Highway Sign by Daryl Hurst

The miniature version of this arrow illusion is a staple of beginner magic kits, but usually goes unappreciated for its true potential. By using a larger, realistic-looking prop and telling a clever story, this effect of arrows magically changing direction becomes a real gem and crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect little extra of easy entertainment for family and adult performances.

Daryl Hurst's Hometown Magic routines are laser-focused on practical entertainment that can be performed in a variety of formal and informal venues without significant restrictions, giving professional results with...

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20th Century Fish by Daryl Hurst

The traditional 20th Century Silks effect becomes a fish story for the ages when an adventure-seeking flounder breaks away from his friends and gets caught by a fisherman. A happy ending is in store when the wayward rainbow trout disappears right under the fisherman's nose and magically reappears tied between his friends. A heartwarming tale with a life lesson makes for crowd-pleasing entertainment.

Daryl Hurst's Hometown Magic routines are laser-focused on practical entertainment that can be performed in a variety of formal and informal venues without significant restrictions, giving professional...

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Hometown Magic Secrets by Daryl Hurst

"When Daryl told me that he planned on making his living doing shows in an area that would have him sleeping at home every night I thought he was crazy. You have to travel to make a living in magic. He wouldn't succeed, I thought! HE DID." - Hank Moorehouse

There is room in every town for the magic collector, the magic hobbyist, the magic club and the novelty shop. There is also room for clowns, jugglers, and sideshow acts. Yet it requires a dedicated and competent performer of magic shows, with a proper magic table at their side, to become a true Hometown Magician. Someone whose claim...

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Hometown Magic Table Plans by Daryl Hurst

The typical venues that a hometown magician encounters are diverse and a utility table is needed to accommodate all of them. The design of Daryl Hurst's Hometown Magic Table is both elegant and pragmatic, solving a myriad of challenging issues at once. This table became part of his performing style, brand and marketing. The top and base unit nest together for transport, easy re-setting of props, and fast set-up at a show site. Daryl's Hometown Magic Table Plans include 10 detailed architectural drawings, 16 photographs, hardware specs and cutting diagram, and "The Journey to My Magic Table"...

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Once Upon a Magic Show by Daryl Hurst

The real-life tale of a hometown magician.

Once Upon a Magic Show is the inspiring, funny, sometimes poignant story of how a self-styled "ordinary Joe" from Ann Arbor, Michigan, grew up to become an accomplished "Magic Man," who, for decades, brought joy and amazement to audiences of all ages.

From the moment his third-grade magic routine came to its hilarious conclusion, Daryl Hurst was certain his vocation was to be a magician, someone whose innate talent was destined to cement his hometown reputation. Indeed, Daryl's school years were marked by steady acquisition of the tools and experience...

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