Picture Of The Day: Shoot For The Moon
Professor Richard Wiseman worked with magician Will Houstoun to tell the story of Apollo 11’s mission to the lunar surface — through sleight of hand!
Remembering Johnny Thompson
Three weeks ago, Johnny Thompson, one of the most revered names in magic, died at 84. Not long after, several people who loved him and were mentored by him — including lots of names you know — gathered for a memorial service you can now watch online.
The Late Tomsoni
Legendary magician Johnny Thompson died this weekend. Even if you don’t know his name, you know plenty of performers who were influenced by him, and you may have seen Penn & Teller recreating this classic routine on “Fool Us.”
Best Thing I’ve Read Today: Teller’s Letter
An email from Teller to a young performer that changed his life by explaining one simple concept that all creative people should apply.
Review: Jen Kramer, Vegas Magician
Jen Kramer is the first woman to have her own magic show in Las Vegas in more than 20 years. Here’s my review.
Best Thing I’ve Read Today
This piece by my friend Jamy Ian Swiss about legendary card magician Harry Lorayne — and the accompanying videos of him in action — are well worth your time, and will likely end with you shaking your head in disbelief.