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JC Sum & Magic Babe Ning – Behind the Illusions (Instant Download)
Discover the secrets of modern stage illusions with JC Sum & ‘Magic Babe’ Ning, Asia’s most renowned illusionists, in this groundbreaking DVD set. Perfect for magicians and illusionists of all levels, this comprehensive guide offers an in-depth look at the design, performance, and philosophy behind some of the most cutting-edge illusions in the world.
What You’ll Learn
- Illusion Performance Approaches & Tips: Master the art of illusion performance with expert advice.
- Stage Movement & Blocking: Learn how to effectively use stage space and movement to enhance your illusions.
- Working with an Assistant/Partner: Discover the dynamics of performing with a partner to create seamless illusions.
- Illusion Design & Philosophy: Gain insights into the creative process behind designing unique and captivating illusions.
- Illusion Building Tips: Practical advice on constructing illusions that are both effective and efficient.
- Lighting Enhancement: Understand how to use lighting to amplify the impact of your illusions.
- Illusion Cloth Handling: Techniques for managing illusion cloths to maintain the mystery and effectiveness of your performance.
Featured Illusions
This DVD set includes detailed analyses of 10 modern illusions, such as Crystal Metamorphosis, Smoke Chamber, and 360 Sawing, each accompanied by teachings on design, choreography, and presentation. Plus, for the first time ever, JC & Ning share behind-the-scenes information on their live mega illusion, The Aerial Exit.
About JC Sum & ‘Magic Babe’ Ning
Based in Singapore, JC Sum & ‘Magic Babe’ Ning are celebrated as Asia’s Most Lethal Combination in Magic. Known for their innovative illusions and contemporary style, they have captivated millions on television and set world records in magic. Their unique blend of East meets West in Urban Illusions has made them a definitive act in the modern world of magic.
JC Sum & Magic Babe Ning – Behind the Illusions ( Instant Download )
In this groundbreaking DVD set， learn the design， performance and approach to modern stage illusions through one of the top illusion teams in the world.
If you ever wanted to learn how to approach illusion performing， designing and producing， this DVD is a must-have.
J C Sum & ‘Magic Babe’ Ning， “Asia’s Most Famous Illusionists” (The Straits Times)， take you behind their illusions and share their experience & expertise by analyzing 10 cutting edge illusions in live performance.
This is not an illusion method explanation video but J C & Ning offer a comprehensive overview to stage illusions that will be invaluable to stage magicians & illusionists of ALL levels.
The duo covers illusions of different sizes and scale to illustrate various learning points， highlight design elements and shed insight on illusion techniques， motivation and philosophy of performing illusions for today’s audience.
As a bonus， for the first time ever， J C & Ning will share behind the scenes information on one of their live mega illusions， “The Aerial Exit”.
Information shared in Behind the Illusions include:
Illusion Performance Approaches & Tips
Stage Movement & Blocking for Illusions
Working with an Assistant/ Partner
Making Illusions Unique through design and/ or presentation
Illusion Design Approach & Philosophy
Illusion Building Tips
Thoughts on Overly Performed Illusions
Illusions – to buy or to build?
Choosing the right illusions
Illusions with Multiple Uses
Recycling Illusions
Lighting Enhancement for Illusions
Illusion Cloth Handling
Casing Illusions – Managing space， weight， time and efficiency through illusion breakdown design.
Resources for Illusionists
Illusion Reference/ Credits & HistoryIllusions used to illustrate teachings include:
Crystal Metamorphosis
An original design for a see-through “Substitution Trunk” built for speed
Teachings: Illusion Design， Illusion Choreography & Movement， Lighting Design
Crystal Appearance
An original design & approach to performing the “Crystal Casket” illusion
Teachings: Deceptive Base Design， Illusion Construction， Illusion Cloth Handling
Smoke Chamber
A magical appearance from an empty glass cabinet that fills with smoke
Teachings: Deceptive Base Design， Illusion Construction
Human Light Tunnel* / Shadow Vision*
A reinvention of the Jim Sommer’s “Lights Fantastic” mini-illusion
Teachings: Illusion Design， Ethics & Rights， Designing a Presentation to Enhance Stage Character， Onstage Cueing between Performers
Impassable*
A reinvention of Jim Steinmeyer’s “Through a One-Inch Hole” illusion
Teachings: Illusion Design， Illusion Presentation， Practicality in Illusions
Light & Space
A high-tech “Spiker” style illusion using LED Light Staffs
Teachings: Illusion Design， Illusion Recycling， Examining Illusion Appearance Reveals
Theatre of Shadows*
The classic Shadow Box illusion presented in a modern illusion show
Teachings: Classics in a Modern Illusion Show， Choosing a First Illusion， Redressing an Illusion
Modern Art*
A different presentation for Jim Steinmeyer’s neo-classic dividing girl illusion
Teachings: Illusion Design， Illusion Presentation， Differentiating your Illusion Performance
Revollusion
An original presentation for an illusion with a giant industrial fan
Teachings: Illusion Design， Character Development through Presentation， Creative Illusion Thinking， Show Production
360 Sawing*
J C’s complete redesign and rebuild of Gerry & Leonora Frenette’s “Woman’s Revolution”
Teachings: Illusion Design， Illusion Choreography & Movement， Working with Stage Crew
* While approaches to illusion design are discussed， the exact methods of proprietory illusions are not revealed. The viewer will need to have a working knowledge of basic methods and principles used. Full credits and references of all illusions are included in the DVD.
Who are J C Sum & ‘Magic Babe’ Ning?
Based in Singapore， J C Sum & ‘Magic Babe’ Ning are Asia’s Most Lethal Combination in Magic!
The Straits Times acknowledges them as “Asia’s most famous illusionists”. Channel News Asia calls them “Singapore’s celebrity magic duo” and “the new faces of an old-age art form”.
J C & Ning’s illusions have been seen by millions on network and cable television across Asia. They are well known for their innovative illusions such as teleporting and vanishing people & cars over great distances as well as setting a world magic record and successfully predicting the national 4D lottery.
Their distinct contemporary East meets West “Urban Illusions” style makes them one of the definitive international acts in today’s modern world.
