Prepare to be amazed! John Lovick’s Penguin Live Lecture (Sep 21, 2014) unveils mind-blowing magic. Learn close-up & parlor routines from a Magic Castle legend! #MagicLecture #JohnLovick
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Experience the Magic of John Lovick – Penguin Live Lecture (September 21st, 2014)
Step into the extraordinary world of John Lovick, also known as Handsome Jack, in this captivating Penguin Live Lecture. Whether you’re a budding magician or a seasoned pro, this session offers a rare glimpse into the artistry and creativity of one of magic’s most innovative minds.
What Will He Teach?
John Lovick’s lecture delves into versatile magic routines that work seamlessly in both close-up and stand-up settings. All the tricks he’ll share are straight from his working repertoire, ensuring you learn practical, audience-tested material. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:
- Saint Jack Comedy Prophecy: A blend of humor and mystique.
- Eyes Wide Shut: A unique take on the Risque Aces.
- Famous Bottle Production: A crowd-pleaser every time.
- Win-a-Date Lotto: Engage and entertain with this fun routine.
- Stunning Confabulation Routine: Leave your audience in awe.
- A Torn and Restored Newspaper: Without using a newspaper!
- Multiplex Interchange, Reset with Cards to Pocket: Masterful card magic.
Beyond the tricks, John shares insights on performance, character development, and scripting—essential skills to elevate your magic to the next level.
Who is John Lovick?
Based in Los Angeles, John Lovick is a multi-talented performer, writer, and theater director. His alias, Handsome Jack, has graced the stage of the Magic Castle in Hollywood for years, earning him a nomination for Parlour Magician of the Year for eleven consecutive years. Widely recognized in the magic community, John is the author of SWITCH: Unfolding the 100 Bill Change and has contributed numerous product reviews and performer profiles to MAGIC and Genii magazines.
John is also the creator of “The Reparation,” a best-selling Torn and Restored Card handling that has captivated magicians worldwide. His collaboration on The Paper Engine with Aaron Fisher and his books on Jon Allen and Steve Mayhew’s magic further cement his legacy as a thought leader in the magic world.
With performances across the United States and lectures in Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia, John’s influence in the magic community is truly global.
Description
“Handsome Jack is a serious-minded, clever, and hilarious magician that I highly recommend you go see if you get the chance. His show goes far beyond good.” – Jamy Ian Swiss in Genii magazine
“Hilarious! You have a twisted mind. If the Coen Brothers were to create a magician, it would be Handsome Jack.” – Jason Alexander
“Watching you perform is like watching a Ninja in action. You slip in, destroy your targets, then slip out unharmed.” – Bill Pullman
“You’re very talented. And handsome. But mostly talented.” – Holly Hunter
“You are a true artist.” – Lucy Liu
“My wife and I hate magic, but we loved your show.” – J.K. Simmons
“Of course you can quote me.” – Morgan Freeman
What will he teach?
His lecture focuses on material that can be done both in close-up and stand-up/parlour settings, and are all routines right out of his working repertoire.
Items he will be teaching include:
- Saint Jack Comedy Prophecy
- Eyes Wide Shut, his handling of the Risque Aces
- His famous Bottle Production
- Win-a-Date Lotto
- A stunning Confabulation routine
- A Torn and Restored Newspaper… that doesn’t use a newspaper!
- Multiplex Interchange, Reset with Cards to Pocket
He will also share some of his ideas about performance, character, and scripting.
Who is he?
John Lovick lives in Los Angeles, where he works as a performer, writer, and theater director. His secret alter ego, Handsome Jack, performs regularly at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, where he has been nominated eleven years in a row as Parlour Magician of the Year (which means he has lost eleven years in a row!)
John is perhaps best known in the world of magic as the author of SWITCH: Unfolding the 100 Bill Change. He is also known for his product reviews and performer profiles that have appeared in MAGIC and Genii magazines.
He is the creator of “The Reparation”, a popular Torn and Restored Card handling that has been a best selling item for the last fifteen years. He is the co-author of Aaron Fisher’s The Paper Engine and wrote Experience, and MAYHEW, books about the magic of Jon Allen and Steve Mayhew, respectively.
He has performed throughout the United States and has lectured to magic organizations in Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia.
