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Floor Show Fun and FantasyVal AndrewsHere is another comedy magic book by Val Andrews. In this one you can find all sort of magic and comedy material suited for cabaret of floor shows. Let's have a look at the introduction... This is not my first book of cabaret and floor show material and will probably not be my last, because the demand for this type of magic and comedy far exceeds the supply - but don't worry - I'm still working on it night and day! In this modest volume will be found bits, tricks, patter and routines for every type of cabaret performer, magician, compere, comedian, ventriloquist, comedienne or layabout!... | $5 to wish list | |
GobbledygookTroy MurphieWould you like to add more entertainment to your kid show routines? This is a collection of funny, clean and usable ideas that will give your children's show that standout edge. Includes...
1st edition 2014, 11 pages. | ★★★★★ $5 to wish list | |
Original Comedy MagicVal AndrewsReputation making humorous magical effects, which are clever as well as comical. From the introduction: The introduction was unnecessary, we've met before ... though I must confess that this book is quite different from anything I've written in the past. In these pages you will find original effects which lend themselves well to COMEDY presentation ... though the effects are not burlesque, and the mystery angle is definitely there! In addition to these effects, you will find routines, magical sketches, and complete acts. Not bad value for whatever the publisher decides to charge. How much?... | ★★★★★ $5 to wish list | |
The Assistant TestDevin KnightA comedy warmup that always gets laughter from an audience as the magician explains a test he uses to hire assistants. Technically, this is not a magic trick. It is something that magicians and entertainers of all types can use. It never fails to amaze, amuse, entertain and create laughter. It will often generate smiles from the most stone-faced spectators. I know this from experience, as I have used this bit of comedy in my shows for over twenty years. The magician tells a short story about a simple aptitude test that he always gives potential employees that want to work in his show,... | ★★★★★ $5 to wish list | |
Close-Up ComedyVal AndrewsAs stated on the cover, this is a book of ideas, tricks, routines and gags for the close-up worker. Not only tricks but practical ideas and presentations that can make the difference between "just another trick" and a "great trick".
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Explosive ComedyVal AndrewsStunts, Tricks and Gags with Flashes, Bangs and Surprises From the introduction: Joke-shops, novelty-stores... are packed with "explosive" and surprise items which have far too long been regarded as "practical jokes", when, in actual fact, they can be used to good advantage by magi and other entertainers. This book is divided into three main sections..."BANGS"..."FLASHES" and "SURPRISES"! Maybe I have cheated a little in the items I have included in the latter section...but they were all good, and had no other place to go! Now that you have this book, I'm going to watch you pretty... | $5 to wish list | |
Dr. Q's Comedy Hypnotic ActFloyd Gerald ThayerImagine being a stage hypnotist, being able to hypnotize a group of audience volunteers and presenting a hilariously funny performance. Well, now you can! This system allows you to have instant control of a committee of audience volunteers on stage. By applying the information in this routine, you'll learn introductory tests to weed out the smart-alecks and keep the best subjects. Along the way, the hypnotic tests get funnier and funner. The more antics that the group of volunteers performs, the more laughter is created. Your audience will be splitting their sides -- and you're in command... | ★★★★★ $5 to wish list | |
Twenty Stunts with a Rubber HandEdwin Hooper & Ian Adair | $5 to wish list | |
Lucky in LoveKen de CourcyHere is another magical gem from Ken De Courcy. It is packed with mystery, humor and audience participation. This card effect is suitable for close-up, stage, cabaret-floor or where you want to present it. The totally unexpected (yet logical) climax really hits the audience between the eyes and cannot fail to gather applause. EFFECT: A lady is invited to assist. She chooses one of four envelopes and the remaining three are left in full view. She is then handed a red-backed pack to shuffle while the magician shuffles a blue pack. Then the packs are exchanged and shuffled again if you want. ... | $5 to wish list | |
The Electric ChairsEdwin Hooper & Ian AdairThis is probably one of the most ancient of all comedy effects and yet strong enough and entertaining enough, still to be a part of the performance of many leading entertainers. This ebook tells you everything you need to know. It requires showmanship and command of the stage, because you will have to make spectators instant stooges and get them in on the act. 1st edition 1982, 8 pages; 1st digital edition 2018, 7 pages. | $5 to wish list | |
The Comedy CockpitGraham HeyA brand-new collection of visual gags, one liners and ideas for anyone who would like to add a bit of comedy to their stage act or close-up performances. These are easy-to-do bits and pieces that will get you laughs. You don't need to be a pro. The Comedy Cockpit contains a load of great material and a couple of revisited classics. FREE! When you buy the Comedy Cockpit you also get Killer One Liners to Create a Big Buzz free. This includes over two hundred original one-liners and a ton of visual gags. This is top-drawer material, but don't take our word for it. Reviews and comments: "A superb collection of gags for the... | ★★★★★ $5 to wish list | |
50 Crazy Card StuntsUlysses Frederick Grant | ★★★★★ $4.95 to wish list | |
Club 71: Magic Dealer Catalog ParodyGeoff Maltby | ★★★★★ $4 to wish listPDF_facsimile | |
Club 71: Budget Parody: The Bodge ItGeoff MaltbyThis is a biting parody of the UK magic magazine Budget, the organ of the British Ring of the IBM. The parody was published by Geoff Maltby of Repro Magic. It was a supplement to one of the Club 71 issues in 1989. To understand all the fun they are poking at you will have to have read some of the Budget issues. 16 pages | ★★★★★ $4 to wish listPDF_facsimile | |
100 Tips and GagsUlysses Frederick GrantAs Grant itself says, this is "A Collection of 100 Tips and Gags, Stunts etc. to put pep into your Program. Items that have, and are being used by Leading Performers. AND MANY NEW ONES." The literal 100 gags that you will find in the manuscript are useful in every situation and for every kind of show. For
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Fun with a BananaEdwin Hooper & Ian Adair30 gags with a latex Banana Edwin Hooper and Ian Adair within the pages of this manuscript give us over 30 gags, ideas and routines with latex bananas. Many of the gags can be also worked with a plastic or sponge banana. A banana is a comedy prop itself, this is sure, but when you add the Edwin & Ian's touch, then you can be sure your audience will laugh and be entertained. If you do "Comedy Magic" or "Children Magic", this is a must for you. Here is a partial list of the gags you will find explained in the manuscript:
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How To Produce A RabbitDevin Knight & Ulysses Frederick GrantNo one can really call himself a magician, unless he can pull a rabbit out of a hat. It is the most expected trick in magic today. Even though few magicians do it; you always have kids asking, "Are you going to pull a rabbit out of a hat?" Potential clients calling about birthday parties, often ask if you can pull a rabbit out of a hat. Some magician's try to pacify the mothers or children using a mirror box production of a rabbit. Good try, but it is not the same. People want to see a rabbit produced from an empty top hat, or even a borrowed hat. If you can do this; you have a big advantage... | ★★★★★ $4 to wish list | |
Not PrimigenialRoger Montandon & Logan WaitThese two funnymen have combined to present twenty-six effects, bits, and gotchas for magicians and mentalists to liven up your act. The various items used include money (bills and coins), cards, cigarettes, cigars, and rope. Especially good is "It's a Matter of Money," which is based on an Annemann principle but uses money instead of cards. It's one you will want to put in your act right away. Here's a look at the table of contents:
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The Red Hot Coin RevealedDevin Knight"This is perhaps, the greatest 'come on', or 'bally stunt' the world has ever known." - Floyd ThayerThis is a sadly forgotten effect that was a big hit back in vaudeville, but overlooked by today's magicians. It has been used by Thurston, Blackstone Sr., U. F. Grant, Tommy Windsor and other great magicians. This is one of the funniest routines in magic and you don't have to be a comedian or comedy performer to pull it off. It always results in hilarious laughter. The premise is simple; the performer invites a boy up and shows him a half-dollar. The performer says, "This is the one and only RED HOT COIN. After years... | ★★★★★ $4 to wish list | |
Magical PatterWill Andrade | ★★★★★ $4 to wish list | |
Funny StuffJimmy MuirHave you ever wanted to be the life of the party? The fellow everyone counts on to deliver a good laugh? Or make light of a situation at just the perfect time? Jimmy Muir has this knack. And he reveals all in this worthy successor to his Laugh Lines manuscripts with this booklet, packed to the gills with great material, including gags, one-liners, and good-natured heckler-stoppers which you can put to immediate use. If you didn't know better, you'd think that Jimmy was Johnny Carson's brother, for they both had a knack for perfect timing and were masters of having fun ... more often at... | ★★★★★ $4 to wish list | |
Laugh Lines 1Jimmy MuirThe book that started it all. Introducing Laugh Lines, a hysterical collection of patter, gags, one-liners and opening monologues for magicians, emcees and other entertainers. Jimmy Muir was acknowledged by many of magic's greats as the funniest guy on the planet. Whether it was performing at a huge national convention or emceeing the floor show at his San Francisco hotel, Jimmy's material was always top notch. The original Laugh Lines booklets are sadly out of print and jealously hoarded by magicians and comedians. Individual volumes are hard to come by—especially the later volumes, which... | ★★★★★ $4 to wish list | |
Smart BusinessGeorge McAthyNot just amusing effects, but brilliantly funny comedy magic that's sure to please most any audience. Just read the book, choose the material that you like, and put it to use. Then get ready to get more laughs, return dates and higher fees for your magic. There's material for platform and stage performers - kid show entertainers - emcees - close-up magicians - TV performers - night club entertainers - virtually any magician will find something of value in this book. Don't just take our word for it. Read what other famous magicians have to say about "Smart Business." "I unhesitatingly... | ★★★★★ $4 to wish list | |
Laugh Lines 8Jimmy MuirThe eighth and final volume in Jimmy Muir's Laugh Lines series is packed to the gills with even more side-splitting jokes, gags, comic observations, heckler stoppers, one-liners and opening monologue ideas for magicians, emcees, comics, salespeople and others who need to inject humor into their presentations. Jimmy Muir was acknowledged by many of magic's greats as the funniest guy on the planet. Whether it was performing at a huge national convention or emceeing the floor show at his San Francisco hotel, Jimmy's material was always top notch. The original Laugh Lines booklets are sadly... | ★★★★★ $4 to wish list |