Magic Video - R. Paul Wilson Penguin LIVE 2 (Digital Download)
Description & Effect
Dive into the extraordinary world of R. Paul Wilson with his highly anticipated Penguin LIVE 2 digital download. This exclusive experience brings you more high-caliber card and coin magic, meticulously crafted routines, and a collection of unexpected surprises that will elevate your sleight of hand to new heights. Join one of magic's true legends as he shares his deep understanding of deception and performance.
What You'll Discover
Prepare to unlock a treasure trove of powerful magic. R. Paul Wilson meticulously teaches a diverse array of effects, ranging from intricate card work to compelling coin routines. Learn the secrets behind 'Tipless,' master the subtleties of 'Sow's Ear,' and unravel the mysteries of 'Con Cam Incident' and 'Clean Up Incident.' Explore engaging poker-themed magic with 'Crazy Cube Poker,' delve into the clever mechanics of 'Uprising' and 'Fletcher Plus Two,' and captivate audiences with 'Spectator Assembly.' Delve into unique conceptual pieces like 'Slo-mo Paul' and 'Double Vision,' alongside classic strongmen like 'Coins Across' and the innovative 'Lean Cup.' Each routine is presented with clarity, allowing you to quickly integrate these powerful effects into your repertoire.
Meet the Master: R. Paul Wilson
R. Paul Wilson is not just a magician; he's a world-renowned authority on deception, an award-winning conjurer, and a prolific magic inventor. With a lifetime dedicated to studying sleight of hand and the art of cheating, Wilson brings a unique, informed perspective to every lesson. His extensive career spans professional performance, lecturing, and a significant presence in the film and television industry. From advising casinos on cheating methodologies to developing hit TV shows like 'The Real Hustle' and 'SCAMMED,' and consulting on major films, Wilson's expertise is unparalleled. He has collaborated with Hollywood's elite, ensuring his insights are grounded in real-world application and audience impact. This is your chance to learn from a true innovator whose work is admired and utilized by professionals globally.
The Penguin LIVE Experience
A Penguin LIVE lecture offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn directly from the greatest creators and performers in magic. This isn't just about learning tricks; it's about gaining the invaluable insights, philosophies, and nuanced techniques that can only be shared by seasoned workers. You'll absorb powerful A-material, but more importantly, you'll develop a deeper understanding of misdirection, psychology, and presentation directly from R. Paul Wilson himself. Transform your magic with the wisdom of a master.
Original Specs
R. Paul Wilson LIVE 2 (Penguin LIVE) More high-caliber card and coin magic... plus a few other unexpected surprises.
What will he teach?
Tipless
Sow's Ear
Con Cam Incident
Clean Up Incident
Crazy Cube Poker
Uprising
Fletcher Plus Two
Spectator Assembly
Slo-mo Paul
Double Vision
Coins Across
Lean Cup
Who is he?
R. Paul Wilson is a world renowned expert on cheating. He is also an award winning conjuror and magic inventor.
He has been studying sleight of hand, cheating and conjuring since he was eight years old. After twelve years as a computer systems consultant, he became a professional performer and lecturer before moving into the film and television industry.
Since May 2000 Paul has worked as an actor, presenter, writer, producer and director. He has created, developed and produced television shows for NBC, CBS, A&E, BBC, CANALE 5, RAI 2, Court TV and Tru TV.
He has advised casinos on cheating and, thanks to his unique talents and expertise, has been keynote speaker for major corporations and institutions around the world including Mastercard and Cambridge University.
Paul has worked on projects with Sylvester Stallone, Stuart Townsend, Jamie Foxx, Gabriel Byrne, Thandie Newton, Bo Hopkins, Ben Affleck, Ryan Reynolds, Ray Liotta, Alicia Keys, Andy Garcia, Jason Bateman and Jeremy Piven.
Paul’s film credits include: Second Unit Director, Cheating Advisor and actor in “Shade” (2004). He directed and starred in the highly acclaimed opening titles, which featured expert sleight of hand with cards. He also appears as “Mr. Andrews”, a poker playing card cheat.
He has a role in Joe Carnahan’s Smokin Aces and was magic advisor on the film, training the lead actor (Jeremy Piven) to handle cards like an expert.
He produced A&E’s hit show Mondo Magic , advised Criss Angel for his hit TV show, appeared on “Modern Marvels’” casino technology episodes and is the resident cheating expert on Italian TV’s “Arcana” show.
Paul co-created, produced and starred in Court TV’s “The Takedown”, a twelve episode series where Paul was challenged to beat Casino security systems. He went on to write and present “The Real Hustle” for the BBC. The show is a hit in the UK with eleven successful seasons and a US version commissioned by Court TV.
Paul was the host of VOOM’s “Ultimate Tourist Scams” and has written and presented a one hour special for BBC ONE where he performed the impossible for members of the public.
As Consultant Producer, Paul developed and worked on two seasons of the BBC One’s hit saturday night show “The Magicians”. Paul worked behind the camera producing incredible illusions that he helped to create for the show plus consulted on filming, editing and writing for each show. Backstage he was responsible for making sure every effect was rehearsed and ready before the show went live to seven million viewers.
Paul also served as Consultant Producer for the Canale 5 show “La Grande Magia”, helping competitors, judges and production staff to navigate the difficulties of making a large-scale magic show for television.
In 2011, Paul co-created, wrote, directed, produced and starred in “SCAMMED” for the History Channel. This two-hour special featured a brand new version of the Nigerian 419 scam, designed to target a new generation of potential victims. Inviting a former “mark” to take part, creating a specially tailored con and using classic scams to prove anyone is a target made “Scammed” a fresh, entertaining way to expose these crimes and protect the public.
As a magician, Paul is a highly regarded writer, creator and lecturer with countless original inventions used by professional magicians around the world. He is also a performer with a huge repertoire of original effects and a reputation for classical conjuring using cutting edge methods.
Paul lives and works between London, Los Angeles and his home in Scotland.
Where can you see the greatest creators and performers share their magic in front of a live audience and then teach you to do it? Only Penguin LIVE!
Magicians flock to see workers give talks. Why? Because these guys see and learn things that you won't find in any book or video. Yes, you'll be learning some incredibly powerful A-material, but the INVALUABLE stuff will be the insight you learn along the way.
