Prepare to be amazed! Discover ‘Friends of Roger Klause,’ a magical tribute to the ‘Leader of the Underground.’ Witness enchanting routines & ideas honoring this national treasure. Explore Volumes 1 & 2 now!”
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Friends of Roger Klause: A Masterful Tribute to a Legendary Magician
Celebrate the legacy of Roger Klause, a true master of magic whose influence spans over half a century. Known as “The Leader of the Underground,” Roger was a teacher, performer, and innovator who transformed the art of magic. His unparalleled dedication to the craft inspired countless magicians, from convention attendees to the greatest thinkers of our time. This special two-volume set is a heartfelt tribute to a man whose genius will forever remain a cornerstone of magic.
Volume 1: A Gathering of Legends
Roger Klause was a virtuoso of sleight-of-hand magic, leaving audiences and peers alike in awe. A student of Vernon and an innovator in his own right, Roger’s contributions to magic are immeasurable. In this volume, his closest friends and admirers share their routines and ideas, honoring his extraordinary impact. Featured performers include:
- Bob White
- Ricky Smith
- Richard Hatch
- Brad Henderson
- Brian O’Neill
- Mark Tams
- Earl South
- Steve Lancaster
- Dan Strange
- Mike Squires
- Jordan “Tiny” Burgess
- Jared Kopf
Running Time: Approximately 95 minutes.
Volume 2: The Klause Touch
This volume delves deeper into Roger’s magical artistry, showcasing routines infused with his signature style. Lance Pierce presents detailed explanations of each trick, revealing the meticulous thinking that defined Roger’s work. Highlights include:
- The Color-Changing Silks: A new method that will astound and delight.
- Soleil et Lune: Roger’s mesmerizing Sun and Moon routine.
- Full Circle: A streamlined $100 Bill Change routine.
- Lilliput Palm
- Roger’s Laydown and Turnover
- Where’s Merlin?
- Roger’s Favorite Oil and Water
Plus, enjoy exclusive archival footage of a young Roger Klause and a legendary 1982 performance from his “Christmas Party” show.
Running Time: Approximately 112 minutes.
A tribute to a master of magic, who was known to us as “The Leader of the Underground”, Roger Klause dedicated half a century to his art and affected magicians everywhere. He tirelessly promoted a level and manner of thinking that is unparalleled in magic. Friend and teacher to many, from the average convention attendee to the greatest thinkers of our time, Roger left his mark on all. Join us for a special remembrance of this national treasure: Roger Klause.
Volume 1
Roger Klause: One of the finest practitioners of magic in our history. He was teacher, performer, thinker. He had a unique genius for detailed and nuanced sleight-of-hand magic that baffled and amazed his peers. A true student of Vernon and an innovator in his own right, Roger dedicated himself to improving magic and helping other magicians at every opportunity.
This DVD is a special tribute to Roger, the first of two volumes, wherein several of Roger’s friends and admirers share their routines and ideas, all to remember a man whose influence can never be measured and will never be forgotten.
Join Bob White, Ricky Smith, Richard Hatch, Brad Henderson, Brian O’Neill, Mark Tams, Earl South, Steve Lancaster, Dan Strange, Mike Squires, Jordan “Tiny” Burgess, and Jared Kopf as they pay homage to the definitive magician: Roger Klause.
Running Time Approximately: 95 min
Volume 2
Presenting Volume 2 of a special compilation devoted to the memory of Roger Klause, one of the world’s premier magicians. For five decades, Roger tirelessly pursued perfection in an art he considered infinite and beyond mastery. And yet, he was considered “The Master’s Master”, a man known as “The Leader of the Underground” and who was once called “Magic’s National Treasure”.
Join Lance Pierce as he presents routines and ideas, explained in the fullest detail possible, all imbued with “The Klause Touch”. Each item it typical of the kind of thinking that dominated Roger’s magic and made it as special as it was.
On this disc:
The Color-Changing Silks – a new method that will fool you and then thrill you
Soleil et Lune – Roger’s routine for the Sun and Moon
Full Circle – a clear and economical routine with the $100 Bill Change
Lilliput Palm
Roger’s Laydown
Roger’s Turnover
Where’s Merlin?and Roger’s Favorite Oil and Water
As a special bonus, watch exclusive footage of a young Roger when still a student and a 1982 performance – the legendary “Christmas Party” show!
Running Time Approximately: 112 min
