Mark Leveridge Magic

The Art of Hopping Tables DVD - £18.00

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The first part of this DVD  is a magical documentary as you are taken along with Mark Leveridge on one of his commercial bookings. This is an almost unique opportunity to see what happens in a professional magician's 'day at the office'.

First Mark explains everything that goes into the preparation for an evening of strolling magic - it's a fascinating insight into what goes on behind the scenes in the build up to a show. Then you are there as Mark entertains his audiences - you see it all exactly as it happened!

This is then followed by an analysis of what makes a successful table hopping performance as Mark and Chris Payne look again at some of the key moments from the evening's work and discuss exactly how all the principles of performance come together.

This is the 'art' of commercial close up - it shows how all the many facets of personality, technique, audience control, and magic effects are blended into a memorable experience for the spectators.

Next there is a discussion with experienced strolling magician Stuart Bowie about many other aspects of close-up performance with particular reference to restaurant and dinner function work. Revealed in a candid and truthful way are many of the intimate working secrets of an experienced strolling magician. It is a goldmine of advice borne of genuine experience and it is highly valuable to both experienced and novice strolling magicians. 

Now the DVD concentrates on the magic itself.

Using relevant sections of live footage you will see 6 effects performed by Mark for his audiences and then fully explained in an entertaining and informal style with Chris Payne. All the magic comes directly from Mark's own current repertoire. The effects explained are as follows:

• Spin Out - A 'flashy' card revelation and production as the sealed deck is thrown into the air and the selected card instantly appears outside the box.

• Name Dropper - a spectator's name somehow jumps from the back of his freely named card onto the back of your business card.

• The Hypnotised Coin - very visual four stage coin and handkerchief routine. No gimmicks or extra coins.

• The Caught Card - very strong card release. Three ungimmicked cards with holes in one end are used. A Court card penetrates off an examined ribbon when trapped between the other two indifferent cards.

• Copy Ring - delightful borrowed ring routine. Often gets gasps from the lay audience.

• Aces Under Control - a simple yet strong way to produce the four Aces. Practical to use under any conditions!

All the magic has been used regularly under fire - it works! Learn these routines and you will have added some strong magic to your repertoire.

This DVD is the L&L Publishing version of The Art Of Hopping Tables which is region free and so can be played anywhere in the world.