Witness David Devlin’s “Contact,” a séance-themed book test where spirits manifest! A spectator selects a page, and the spirits reveal the chosen word in a startling way! Best of all, the book can be given away as a souvenir. Unlock the mystery!
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Contact by David Devlin: A Revolutionary Book Test for Magicians
Step into the world of Contact by David Devlin, a groundbreaking book test that redefines the boundaries of mentalism and magic. Unlike traditional book tests, this innovative creation is tailored specifically for magicians, offering a unique and visually stunning experience that will leave your audience spellbound.
What Makes Contact Unique?
Contact is not your average book test. It combines the intrigue of a séance-themed presentation with the thrill of magic, allowing performers to connect with the “spirits” through the book itself. Whether you prefer a spooky atmosphere or a straightforward magical performance, Contact adapts seamlessly to your style. It’s perfect for both close-up and stage performances, and the best part? The book can be given away as a keepsake, with its secret remaining forever hidden.
The Effect: A Spine-Chilling Experience
Imagine this: A book, a pencil, a slip of paper, and an envelope are placed on the table. As you discuss spiritualism and the art of contacting the dead, the envelope is shown to be empty. A random page from the book is selected, and the first word on that page is noted. The book is handed to a spectator, and the envelope is sealed with the pencil inside. Suddenly, the envelope jumps! When opened, it reveals a torn page from the book with the chilling message, “I AM HERE.” The audience is left in awe, questioning the boundaries of reality.
Key Features
- No Sleight of Hand: The effect is entirely self-working, requiring no advanced skills.
- No Switches: The book remains untouched and unaltered throughout the performance.
- Versatile Performance: Suitable for both close-up and stage settings.
- Keepsake Potential: The book can be given away as a memorable gift.
- Quick Setup: Preparation takes less than a minute.
- Easy to Perform: Perfect for magicians of all skill levels.
- Alternate Handlings: Includes two additional methods for added versatility.
If you’re a fan of spooky magic, don’t miss David Devlin’s eBook Haunted, a must-have for your collection.
1st Edition 2014, 15 pages.
PLEASE NOTE: This item is a digital download. Gimmick not included.
Contact by David Devlin
Book tests are a staple in the repertoires of mentalists and are very effective in a performance of mentalism (see David’s Bookworm Act). However, for magicians the effect can be rather lack luster as nothing visual happens. There is very little or even no “magic” when it comes to a standard book test.
David Devlin’s Contact is not a book test in the traditional sense. It is a book test designed for the magician. It is a book test of sorts with a séance themed presentation. It is through the book itself that the performer will make contact with the “spirits”. The presentation is rather spooky; however your presentation does not need to be bizarre or as part of a séance. It can be performed as straight magic. It can be done close up or on stage. And best of all, the book can be given away to a spectator as a keepsake! The secret will never be found. It might be seen, but it will not be found.
Here is the effect:
On the table are a book, a small pencil, a slip of paper, and an envelope. The performer talks about spiritualism and contacting the dead. The envelope is shown to be totally empty. It is explained that it is necessary to give the spirits a point of reference, something to use in order to manifest their presence. In this case, a word will be used. The book is picked up, and a page is selected at random. The page number and the first word on the page are noted. The book is closed and handed to a spectator.
It is now explained that the spirits will only present themselves in the dark. The envelope is shown to be totally empty. The spectator places the pencil in it. It is then sealed and set on the table.
A silent moment passes. Suddenly, the envelope literally jumps! The performer picks up the envelope, tears it open, and looks inside. “Oh, my God.” he says. Something has happened. The spectator is instructed to open the book to the selected page. He does so, but finds that half of the page has been torn out! The envelope is turned over and its contents fall out. First the pencil, and then the torn page. The spectator picks up the page, and not only does it match the torn page in the book, but scrawled on it in pencil are the words, “I AM HERE”!
-No sleight of hand
-No switches
-Can be performed close up or on stage
-The book can be given away
-The preparation of the book takes about one minute or less
-The book is not taken apart and reassembled to prepare it.
-Easy to do
-Two alternate handlings are given
Also, if spooky magic is your thing, check out David’s eBook Haunted.
1st edition 2014, 15 pages.
PLEASE NOTE: This item is a digital download ,Gimmick not included
