(Scotland: 17th March 1929 - 11th February 2010)
Inspired by and learned from a second-hand Goldston book. Demonstrator for Davenport's magic shop in London. Pro close-up since c1952 and dealer. International performer, lecturer, innovator, and writer. Created "Sound of Magic" and "Trick-a-Tape" line of audio recordings. Big admirer of Al Flosso.
Coauthors: Fred Kaps
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The Professional Smoking Thumb Gimmick (Instructions)Patrick Page [Note: These are only the instructions that came with the gimmick. You will not receive any gimmick.] The Smoking Thumb effect is one of the most magical feats possible. Made famous by Laurel and Hardy, Ade Duval, and the incomparable Fred Kaps it has become one of the most sought-after secrets of the stage performer. Imagine reaching into the air, forming your hand into a pipe, your thumb protruding upward like a stem, and being able to create clouds of smoke at will, just as if you were smoking your thumb. Pat Page's excellent instructions will help you to do just that. The effect is always under your control and may be used at any point in the act. No chemicals are involved and it is not technically... | ★★★★★ $5 to wish list | ||
Il Taccuino di Patrick PagePatrick Page Straordinario! Ecco la parola giusta per descrivere questo libro tanto atteso in lingua Italiana. Il compianto Patrick Page è noto al grande pubblico dei prestigiatori mondiali come uno dei più grandi conoscitori e insegnanti della prestigiazione. Chi di noi ha avuto il privilegio di vederlo all’opera, converrà che si è trattato di uno dei Grandi Maestri. Che privilegio quindi dare alle stampe l’edizione Italiana di uno stupendo libro che porta il suo nome. Si stupendo sia per il contenuto che per la chiarezza delle spiegazioni. In questo libro troverete decine di straordinari... | $10 to wish list | ||
The Page Boy SpeaksPatrick Page Patrick Page had a monthly column in Pabular. This is a compilation of all those articles. You will hear the stories and anecdotes that make magic such a fascinating pursuit. You will also learn a lot from Patrick's incredible mastery and knowledge of magic. And if you like the more juicy gossip then you can read why Patrick Page was expelled from the IBM... Martin Breese writes in his foreword: Around thirty years or more ago, I had a young family and my wife asked me if I would do a magic show for my daughter's party. I had been out of magic for some time and had sold all my props. I decided... | ★★★★★ $12 to wish list | ||
The Big Book of MagicPatrick Page From the back cover: How often have you watched a conjurer perform what looks like a miracle and asked yourself, "How on earth is that done?" Well, now the long-kept secrets of the expert stage magician's art are revealed in this astounding book. Written by a Gold Medal member of the Inner Magic Circle, it explains in minute detail exactly how all those classic feats are done - such as levitation, rope tricks, sawing the lady in half, disappearing cabinets, escapology and many more. By following the step-by-step instructions in this book, you too can join the ranks of those who know conjuring's... | ★★★★★ $15 to wish list | ||
The Pull BookPatrick Page Pulls, reels, and threads are some of the most usefull gimmicks to a magician. Just think about the popular ITR (Invisible Thread Reel). But you might say: "I only do cards, I don't need to know these stage methods." Think again. For example, Patrick Page illustrates in what he terms the 'pendulum principle', a method how you can with a simple piece of thread clean up a lapped card such that you can get up from the table clean. So even for the pure pasteboard afficinado, there is something to be found that will take your effect to another level. And I love when Page starts with 'a little bit... | ★★★★★ $12 to wish list | ||
Pages From Patrick's NotebookPatrick Page This superb ebook is packed with ideas and routines from Patrick Page one of the most knowledgeable professional magicians. Imagine producing real beer in an empty can - close-up! Or learn a routine for the transparent Chop Cup. Plus rope routines, card moves and effects and lots more, including Pat's Princess Quatro Card Trick. Everything is beautifully illustrated by Earle Oakes. 1st edition 1990; original 94 pages; PDF 71 pages. Table of Contents
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