Reviews of products by John B. Pyka
Theatrical Magic Omnibus Edition: Turning Tricks into Theater
Overall customer rating: ★★★★★reviewed by Jason Rippetoe (confirmed purchase)
Rating: ★★★★★ (Date Added: Friday 28 November, 2025)
Three books for the price of one, and all three books are worth reading. Lots of great information on the world of live theater and the nuts and bolts behind producing a successful show. The main book is about Pyka's magical revue and includes details about the structure of the show and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories and challenges. The two other books are about the planning of a show, from the lingo to potential pitfalls, with detailed tips and advice on how to sell a show as well, from someone who has been there. I paid $5, and it's a very, very good investment at that price.
How To Produce Your Own Theater Show
Overall customer rating: ★★★★★reviewed by Jason Rippetoe (confirmed purchase)
Rating: ★★★★★ (Date Added: Friday 28 November, 2025)
This book is included as an appendix in Theatrical Magic Omnibus Edition: Turning Tricks into Theater by John B. Pyka, also sold here on Lybrary. Both are $5, so just buy the other book if you want the full experience. This was disclosed in the description, but I overlooked it and paid twice. Very useful and detailed information, no matter what version you get. You may never put together a theater show, but if you read Pyka's books, you'll be well situated to know the lingo, the process, potential pitfalls, and both the rewards and challenges.