Behold! “The Treachery of Tricks” by Francis Menotti (2 volumes) unveils secrets to mesmerizing magic. Learn signature routines & elevate your artistry! A true treasure awaits!
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Discover the Art of Magic with Francis Menotti – The Treachery of Tricks (All 2 Volumes)
Step into the mesmerizing world of magic with Francis Menotti – The Treachery of Tricks. This exclusive DVD set is a treasure trove for magic enthusiasts and professionals alike, offering a deep dive into the art of illusion with a blend of performance, theory, and practical magic.
Experience Unmatched Magic Performances
Witness Francis Menotti in action during a 35-minute live performance, showcasing signature tricks that have captivated audiences at the Magic Castle and beyond. These presentations are not just tricks; they are a full-scale theatrical experience that will inspire you to elevate your own performances.
Behind the Scenes with Audio Commentary
Gain exclusive insights as Francis reveals the nuances and motivations behind his show. This audio commentary is a goldmine for understanding the depth of thought that goes into crafting a compelling magical act.
Exclusive Interviews on Magic Theory
Delve into exclusive interviews where Francis discusses key concepts like call backs, foreshadowing, theatrical anchor points, scripting, and character development. These concepts are crucial for anyone looking to add depth and resonance to their magic.
Learn Practical Magic Tricks
This DVD set also includes detailed tutorials on a variety of unique magic tricks that Francis uses in his professional repertoire, including:
- Vivid – Where the audience accurately predicts the coin type and its date.
- Wyrd – A flexible prediction trick that can be performed anytime, anywhere.
- Pieces of Nothing – Offers a brand new premise for engaging coin magic.
- Two Sides of Every Coin – A unique 3 coin routine suitable for any audience.
- Imaginary Coins – Features a clean 3 coin vanish with innovative moves.
- Sync – Cards find their mates in increasingly magical ways.
Why Choose The Treachery of Tricks?
This set is more than just a collection of magic tricks. It’s an educational journey that will transform your understanding and presentation of magic. Perfect for both magicians and laypeople who appreciate the art, this DVD set ensures you can fool and entertain anyone.
Description
“Francis Menotti is a clever, clever man and I will eagerly devour anything that he is willing to share.”-Kevin James
“Francis always has the knack to twist my brain… A pure joy to any creative lover of our Art.” -Gaetan Bloom
“Francis Menotti is the rare performer that knows exactly who he is, and every moment on stage reflects this knowledge… This video is a true treasure.” -Todd Robbins
For the first time ever Francis Menotti has released some of his most coveted secrets on DVD. On this DVD set you will be taken on a journey into the world of meaningful, powerful, and artistic presentations of magic effects. Not only does Francis teach how to perform some of the routines that have made him a feature performer at the Magic Castle but he gives great advice on how to take your own presentations to the next level. You will see Francis perform for a live real world audience and Francis takes you behind the scenes with a very informative audio commentary. If you’re looking for effects, you will be pleased. All the effects on The Treachery of Tricks are extremely commercial and will fool magicians and laypeople alike. If you looking for more than just the standard magic DVD then this is it.
show
This 35 minute performance includes many signature presentations that have never appeared anywhere else. While some of the effects are taught in the tutorial section, this is much more than just a series of tricks; it is a full experience, included to demonstrate how to create a memorable show.
audio commentary
Francis reveals the nuances and motivation of his show.
interviews
Menotti shares his thinking on magic theory- call backs, foreshadowing, theatrical anchor points, scripting, & character development.
taught tricks
effects with unique presentations that Menotti uses in his professional working repertoire.
- vivid- the audience accurately “predicts” the type of coin and its date
- wyrd- turn predictions on their head, anytime, anywhere
- pieces of nothing- a completely new premise for coin magic
- two sides of every coin- a quirky 3 coin routine for any situation
- imaginary coins- a clean 3 coin vanish with devious new moves
- sync- cards find their mates, in increasingly more amazing way
