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Magic in a GameJohn PalfreymanFrom the Foreword by Ali Bongo: So the telephone rings and the client says ... "Can you provide two hours entertainment?" ... "Of course!" ... you say, doing a quick bit of mental arithmetic to double your normal fee. Having confirmed the booking, you make a bee-line for the book-shelf to search for this book. Because this book ... plus a few bits and bobs ... will furnish the wherewithal for that extra hour of entertainment. Think of the advantages! You need only do one show in an afternoon instead of two ... no mad dash when the first show runs late ... less packing ... less wear and tear on... | ★★★★★ $5 to wish list | |
Oralgami: four strange storiesDave ArchA series of four visual ghost stories with a magical paper folding twist particularly suitable for grades K-6 where they want scary stories (but not too scary). For each of the four stories you will get a PDF to print fold and glue, as well as a video where Dave is presenting the story. A separate video explains how the paper is to be folded, glued and presented. 1st edition 2018 | ★★★★★ $12 to wish listPDF & MP4 | |
A Kid's Lie Detector RoutineDave ArchWith only a wireless doorbell, a stenographer's pad, and the routine you'll find here, your audiences will now get to enjoy listening in on your conversation with a child as you ask them a series of questions while they're supposedly holding a lie detector between their hands. Please note that the way this is currently routined it is not a magic trick per se but rather an interlude that might be used to test your volunteer before using him/her in a magic trick. And from a performer's point of view, here's what I believe to be the best part. This three to five minute routine requires NO... | ★★★★★ $10 to wish list | |
The Games MasterBilly BenboThis little pamphlet is deceptively packed with information that can help you to increase your status as a children's entertainer, and increase your income. It helps to fill a gap in a branch of entertainment sadly neglected. Bill Lainsbury is a Games Master, and has been for many years. Because of this second string to his bow he has been able to work through summer and winter commanding good fees for a little outlay. In this manuscript he passes on hints and advice to enable you to start up yourself as a Games Master. Details of performance, age groups, kind of games to play, etc. are all... | $5 to wish list | |
Conjuring for ChildrenWilliam W. LarsenBill Larsen reveals the inside secrets for performing magic to children in this newly revised ebook. Aside from the author's sage and practical advice, garnered from hundreds of shows for youngsters, you get twelve entertaining routines using standard equipment you likely already own. Now you, too, can crack this lucrative field and beat out the local competition. Included are tricks using toys, animals, rings, coins, handkerchiefs, silks, etc. Most of the described effects include full patter. Best of all, this edition has been newly revised and updated with performance suggestions and... | $8 to wish list | |
Kid Stuff FiveFrances MarshallKid Stuff Five is aimed at the school show magician, and was compiled with the help of many magicians actually working in this field. The ebook contains hundreds of pages, with dozens of tricks, routines, ideas, etc.
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The Wit and Wisdom of Mark LewisMark LewisIt's witty and it's full of wisdom. These are the ramblings of Mark Lewis on Internet forums. Irreverent and funny at times and full of deep thinking about magic and mentalism at other times. Many incredible anecdotes of his varied life as a fortune teller, magician and hypnotist. In addition to this are techniques described on how to pitch svengali decks, how to do psychic readings, and most important of all how to do magic with showmanship and verve. Included is a video clip of his legendary svengali deck routine which he has performed all over the world thousands of times plus tips... | ★★★★★ $15 to wish list | |
Inside the CageGraham HeyFunny stuff to make kids roar. I always think it's a good idea not only to entertain the youngsters, but to entertain their parents too! Here is a collection of visual gags and jokes that will help put fun into your children's shows and hopefully leave everyone with a smile on their face! I have also included a few contributions from some friends of mine who are established and experienced kid's entertainers.
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Children's Show RoutinesStephen AblettTen routines performed to a real live audience and then fully explained for you to use in your own show. Templates for all the effects are included in a zip file to be printed out (check your digital shelf). Most of the effects in this video can be customised for the client and themed to suit a Christmas, Halloween, or Easter show etc. The tricks together can form a complete show for your audiences.
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Dick Daring's New Bag of TricksWill L. LindhorstThis work was sponsored by the Quaker Oats Company and includes ads for their Puffed Wheat and Puffed Rice products.
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Conjuror's PartyGeoffrey BuckhurstThis is a silent film of a magic show for children performed by Geoffrey Buckhurst probably from the early 1950s. Among the tricks he performs is the Zombie, Egg bag, Torn and Restored Rope, Diminishing Cards, and many other bits and pieces to entertain the kids. This is performance only, no explanations of the tricks are provided. An interesting window into magic for children during the 1950s. 1st edition ~1950s; video length 11 min 42 s. | $6 to wish listMP4 (video) | |
Magic for MonstersArnold FurstA classic of routines and advice for working with what some call "the little monsters" (children); now updated for the modern performer. Here's a book for all magicians; whether you specialize in giving kid shows or just want a few new routines that are time tested by this seasoned entertainer. The seventeen tricks are described in complete detail and with every word of patter, including several original comedy routines that offer the maximum in entertainment value and audience response with a minimum of preparation or investment. The book stresses the psychology and presentation necessary... | ★★★★★ $10 to wish list | |
A Magic Variety ShowEric HawkesworthThis ebook describes a number of new variety acts for the amateur entertainer that will enable him to present up-to- date versions of Chapeaugraphy (making many hats from one brim), Mind Reading, Chinese Paper Folding, Magic Spelling, Paper Tearing, Lightning Cartoons, Shadowgraphs and Magic. Practically all the materials used to construct the simple props can be found in the home or bought in local stores, and great use is made of ordinary newspaper. It is vital that talk and action should be practised together, so a detailed script with full patter and performing notes is given with... | ★★★★★ $10 to wish list | |
Super Session #14: The Return of the Ball and the Big Fat WandGregg WebbGregg Webb teaches a routine for causing a ball to appear in his hand and vanish multiple times, using an oversize magic wand. The routine uses one ball, and a simple-to-make wand: this is a great family-oriented trick for children's shows. 1st edition 2021, PDF 4 pages hand lettered text with illustrations. | ★★★★★ $4.95 to wish listPDF_facsimile | |
Jelly Bean CatchBrick TilleyA comedy version of the sometimes tragic bullet catch that plays for laughs and eliminates any danger or controversy. Especially geared for outdoor performances, it allows you to catch a jelly bean propelled by a toy slingshot and can provide welcomed humor and a degree of silliness to your children's shows. Easy to construct, safe and sure to please. 1st edition 2021, PDF 4 pages, video 42 s. | $10 to wish listPDF & MP4 | |
One-Liners and Jokes for Kids PartiesRegardt LaubscherOver 40 one-liners and jokes. Comedy should be used to enhance your magic, as you are not a comedian, but rather an entertainer. But by saying that; can you imagine any performance more entertaining than a comedy magician? I don't think so. This ebook will surely add value to your performance. One-liners and jokes for:
1st edition 2021, PDF 19 pages. | $6 to wish list | |
Money Magnet Tips for Kids PartiesRegardt LaubscherThe evergreen market of children's parties will make you feel like a 'magician farmer.' You can harvest 12months of the year. In this ebook of practical money-making tips, I will share my closest guarded secrets I have never told anyone before. I have been making use of these secrets for almost 2 decades and they have truly been my 'Money Magnet' throughout the years. I will cover topics such as
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Entertaining Parents and Kids at Birthday PartiesRegardt LaubscherIf you are a children's magician, then this ebook is for you. Although there are no specific trick explanations, Regardt focuses on full routines, their presentation, patter, and entertainment value rather than trick secrets. Most of all, these routines will entertain both the children and the adults. After all, how often do the mums and dads actually watch the show too? Here you learn to keep them happy as well. Of course, the main focus is to still entertain the children, as that is the whole purpose of being booked as a children's magician at a party, or event. However, even though the... | $6.97 to wish list | |
Kid StuffFrances MarshallFrances Marshall's Kid Stuff series is considered by many experts to be essential reading for anyone interested in performing magic for children. These ebooks contain full scripts, new routines, and advice for both show and business.
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Billy Benbo's BestBilly BenboFor children entertainers. A selection of routines, tricks, wheezes, dodges, gags and games from "The Billy Benbo All in One Show."
1st edition 1981, 28 pages; PDF 40 pages. | $10 to wish list | |
Punchlines for Kids PartiesRegardt LaubscherOver the years I have learned that even a very experienced performer can find himself/herself in situations during a show where you need to stay calm and ignore random things that happen during your show. For the rest of it, speak your mind, but always be respectful. These lines will help you have control over your show and also enhance your professional image.
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Rub the LampJames BreedonJames Breedon, or as the kiddies affectionately call him, Uncle Jim, was one of the busiest children's entertainers on the South Coast, and author of this delightful book in which, with meticulous care, and in detail, he describes the effects and routines developed over the many years he has been entertaining Children. In the pages of this book, the student will find the recipe for handling youngsters, and the development of the skills required; humour, tolerance, patience and inventiveness. The art of encouraging the shy, and of coping firmly with the over boisterous, without loss of temper.... | ★★★★★ $15 to wish list | |
Hanky JugglingMark LeveridgeThis is a wonderful participation routine for children's entertainers using the simplest of props - a wand, a silk, and an unprepared bag. Two children come up to assist. A silk is made invisible and handed to one child, while the second helper examines and then holds onto a bag. The invisible silk is 'blown' up into the air, caught on the end of the magic wand, which is then used to flick it over to the child holding the bag. The silk is supposed to now be inside the bag, but the child holding the bag seems to be unable to find it inside. Realising that the silk must still be invisible, the... | $14 to wish listPDF & MP4 | |
Children's ShowtimeMichael ElliottExcerpt from the introduction by David Hemingway: The plum of the book is undoubtedly the 'Parade of the Firemen.' This will surely be seen in the acts of many leading children's entertainers. Michael Elliott has at last been persuaded to go into print with his wealth of experience in entertaining children. His approach is, in my opinion, completely new and his knowledge of commercial script writing shows through in many ways. Many of his basic ideas may seem old, but are presented in a new and telling way. Atrocious puns may seem corny to you and me, but they are the very essence... | ★★★★★ $10 to wish list |