Magic Video - At The Table Live Lecture Chris Congreave September 6th 2017 video
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Discover the Magic of Chris Congreave's 'At The Table' Lecture
For those unfamiliar with the ingenious mind of U.K. magician Chris Congreave, prepare for an extraordinary experience. A prominent figure in the magic community, Chris has graced stages and tables as a professional close-up magician for over 15 years. His prolific creativity has resulted in numerous acclaimed effects, including 'Ice Coins,' 'Childsplay,' and 'iContact,' among many others. Now, for the very first time, Chris shares his wealth of knowledge in an exclusive 'At The Table' Lecture, available as a convenient digital download.
A Repertoire of Real-World Workers
This lecture is a treasure trove of practical, audience-tested magic. You'll delve into a diverse selection of effects, starting with dynamic openers designed to grab attention instantly. Learn 'Tin Opener,' a brilliant jumbo coin production that sets an exciting tone, or master 'Drawn,' Chris's innovative card opener currently being utilized by working pros like Lee Smith and Gary Jones. Beyond the opening, you'll uncover captivating card routines, including a unique twist on the classic 'Anniversary Waltz' that requires no gaffs and can be performed with any standard deck.
Mind-Bending Card & Coin Effects
Chris also presents incredible self-working routines that deliver maximum impact with minimal effort, such as 'Card to (Almost) Any Number,' a guaranteed fooler. For coin enthusiasts, 'Coin to Impossible Location' offers a signed coin vanish with an astonishing reappearance in a locked box. You'll also explore 'Name Badge,' an effect that uses an everyday item for a truly surprising card revelation. Chris even shares a commercial 'Marked Deck' routine with a killer ending that no one sees coming, proving that deceptive revelations don't require actual marked decks.
Practical Insights & Booking Secrets
Beyond the tricks, Chris shares invaluable insights into the art of performing. You'll learn the 'Free Phone' effect, a completely propless version of the 'Free Will' plot that's not only a powerful piece of mentalism but also cleverly designed to help you secure contact information from potential booking agents. The lecture concludes with 'Signed Card to Tin,' a fantastic callback effect that cleverly ties back to the 'Tin Opener,' demonstrating how to build cohesive and memorable routines. This digital download provides a rare opportunity to learn from a true master, gaining both polished routines and the professional wisdom to elevate your own magic.
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Those of you who’ve never heard of the U.K.’s own Chris Congreave are in for a real treat! He has been a fixture in the magic community as a professional close-up magician for over 15 years. His ingenious creativity has led him to publish a multitude of effects including Ice Coins, Childsplay, iContact, Dupes, 52 vs Joker, The Light, and many others. With that wealth of knowledge, Chris joins us for his first At The TableLecture ever. You’ll learn some of his favorite effects from his go to opener, to a stand-out prop that is a guaranteed conversation starter! Join us as we welcome Chris Congreave for a lecture At The Table! Here’s what you’ll learn:
Tin Opener: A jumbo coin production that is an ideal quick opener.
Drawn: Chris’ new opening card effect at tables. Many working pro’s including Lee Smith and Gary Jones are using this.
Name Badge: You wear an I.D. badge with a card face down in it and… well you’ll see.
Card to (Almost) Any Number: Another self-working routine that is a real fooler.
Coin to Impossible Location: A coin to impossible location. A signed coin effect where the item vanished appears in a locked box.
Marked Deck: You reveal the secrets of a marked deck (not really, it’s a commercial worker with a great ending that no one sees coming).
Free Phone: A completely propless version of the Free will plot. Not only a strong effect, but also guarantees you get a booking agent’s contact info!
Diminished Most Likely: Based on Paul Gordon’s “Diminished Not Likely” with an impactful four card transposition at the end.
Impromptu Anniversary Waltz: A variation on Anniversary Waltz that you can perform with just a standard deck of cards – no gaffs needed!
Signed Card to Tin: A signed card is found in a small tin. A wonderful callback effect to the Tin Opener!
