Over the last 20 years, Brent Geris has built The Magic Apple into a cornerstone of the magic community, creating a place where magicians can connect, learn, and purchase the finest effects with confidence. Having been deeply involved in the magic scene ourselves, we have great respect for Brent’s dedication to running a brick-and-mortar magic shop with a community focus—a rare and valuable thing in today’s world. It’s Brent’s personal touch, expertise, and selection of top-tier magic that make this partnership a perfect fit.
Hollywood editor and Emmy winner Tad Nyland brings 30 years of storytelling experience to the world of magic. In this special two-part session, Tad shows you how to craft a magic demo video that actually works — one that reflects your unique voice, grabs attention, and opens doors. Whether you’re aiming for gigs, TV, or just want to show your magic in the best light, this is the insider’s guide you’ve been waiting for.
Steve Valentine kicks off with the classic Scarne 2 Card Transposition, introducing his own impossible twist that takes this classic effect to new heights. This visually stunning card trick will require some practice, but the reactions you'll receive are well worth the effort!
Discover John Guastaferro's "Virus," a brilliant twist on the all-backs and Chicago opener plots. Watch as a spectator's selection turns the entire deck to all backs, followed by the deck going completely blank. Once the virus is found and removed, the deck magically returns to normal—with backs on one side and faces on the other. Learn this easy trick today and elevate your card magic!
Join us for the September Member Mastermind, featuring an incredible lineup of performances that showcase creativity and skill. Jeff Rigney opens with his unique take on Gregory Wilson's "Recap," followed by Janine Ferarese confronting her triskaidekaphobia in "The 13 Trick." Baxter Brown adds his twist to "Hopping Keys," while Larry Mota presents a beautifully unique Cups and Balls routine. FX Charpentier earns his Mastermind cup with an elegant history lesson in "Passing the Weights," and Richie D shares his latest version of "Sympathetic Slot Machine," Don't miss this incredible evening!
Transform a half dollar coin into a copper coin right before your audience’s eyes with "Workers' Wild Coin." Repeat this astonishing transformation two more times, and just when they think they've figured it out, you unleash a kicker ending that reveals all three copper coins have magically transformed into Chinese coins!
Learn from master magician Mike Gallo as he guides you through every detail of this routine that keeps spectators guessing. With no complicated moves and an instant reset, it's perfect for table work or close-up performances.
Watch now and prepare to amaze with "Workers' Wild Coin"!
John Luka's "Michigan Monte" is a captivating gambling-themed routine inspired by the California gold rush era. Engage your audience as they attempt to follow the Ace of Clubs hidden among three blank cards. Join John as he unveils this easy-to-learn effect, perfect for any setting—whether using poker-sized or jumbo cards. Master "Michigan Monte" and discover why you should never try to beat a gambler at his own game!
Mike takes you on a whirlwind tour of powerhouse routines: cards fusing and splitting in midair, coins flying under impossible conditions, bills appearing out of nowhere, and even a Sharpie bending before their eyes. Packed with visual surprises, laugh-out-loud moments, and worker-ready miracles, these are routines you’ll use—and your audiences will never forget.
Jon Armstrong’s 3 Blank Monte turns a classic inside out.
With structure so clean it fools in real time, this isn’t just a twist—it’s a transformation. Bold. Simple. Brutally effective. Watch now.
Aaron Fisher’s The Long & Winding Trick is a bold departure—no flashy four-of-a-kind, just pure structure, surprise, and sleight-of-hand that hits different—and once you see why, you’ll never look at your Aces the same way again. Watch now.
In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Ugly, the CC panel tackles seven new magic releases with unfiltered reviews and expert insights. From Marlo’s legendary Magazines to revamped classics like Firefly, they spotlight what’s worth your time, what needs work, and what had them rushing to buy.
This four-phase routine turns a signed card into the star of the show. With “Mr. Stickman” as your hand-drawn hero, you’ll deliver rising cards, visual transpositions, and a Houdini-style escape from a vegetable bag. Glenn’s signature blend of creativity and charm shines through—where classic sleights meet unforgettable storytelling for magic that truly connects and captivates.
Join us for an all-new experience with Emmy Award-winning editor Tad Nyland! Learn expert techniques for creating compelling videos and delivering polished on-screen presentations. CC Presents MAGIC MASTERS CONFIDENTIAL - A TWO NIGHT Expanded Living Room Lecture. Tad Nyland Part 2
Hollywood editor and Emmy winner Tad Nyland brings 30 years of storytelling experience to the world of magic. In this special two-part session, Tad shows you how to craft a magic demo video that actually works — one that reflects your unique voice, grabs attention, and opens doors. Whether you’re aiming for gigs, TV, or just want to show your magic in the best light, this is the insider’s guide you’ve been waiting for.
Mike takes you on a whirlwind tour of powerhouse routines: cards fusing and splitting in midair, coins flying under impossible conditions, bills appearing out of nowhere, and even a Sharpie bending before their eyes. Packed with visual surprises, laugh-out-loud moments, and worker-ready miracles, these are routines you’ll use—and your audiences will never forget.
Michael Kaminskas packs Part 1 with real-world, grab-and-go miracles. Open with a visual case vanish, melt a business card through a rubber band, drop a signed coin into a sealed bottle, conjure a C-cell from the deck when you need an “out,” smash through a powerhouse 3-ball routine, and finish with a shocking “all blank” kicker. Practical, fast, and absolutely devastating.
Alex Slemmer's "Quick Start Cups & Balls Bonus Lecture" is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to master the classic Cups & Balls trick. This special Living Room Lecture offers three easy-to-learn routines designed to quickly enable you to amaze audiences.
Unlock the secrets of Slydini’s most dazzling silk‐knot transposition and master coin magic like never before in Magic Masters Confidential: Tony Clark Part 2. Join one of Slydini’s last students as Tony Clark reveals his streamlined “Flying Knots” routine—no gimmicks, no awkward steals, just pure, magical moments—plus both Slydini’s and David Roth’s jaw-dropping Coins-Through-Table sequences. Packed with practical performance tweaks, misdirection strategies, and timing insights, this lecture will have you adding show-stopping sleights to your repertoire immediately.
Step into the inner circle with Tony Clark—one of Slydini’s last true students. In this first night of a rare two-part masterclass, discover the real mechanics of impossible magic: gaze control, off-beat timing, and masterful misdirection. Featuring Tony’s modern renditions of Slydini classics like Paper Balls in the Box and unreleased gems, this intimate session pulls back the curtain on the magic that fools even magicians. Real secrets. Real magic. One unforgettable night.
In this focused session, Alex Slemmer breaks down his preferred final load sequence for the Cups & Balls—step by step, with unmatched clarity. From pocket timing to body posture, you’ll see exactly how to build to a clean, impossible finish that truly stuns. This may be the most detailed teaching on this routine available. If you’re ready to take your Cups & Balls to the next level, this session is essential.
In Part 1, Alexander Slemmer dives deep into the timeless Cups and Balls, sharing classic handling, modern touches, and hard-earned secrets from years of real-world performance. Don’t miss this masterclass in one of magic’s most iconic routines!
Got a trick? We’ve got your patter prescription. This evening, we’re diving deep into the one thing magicians never practice enough… what the heck to say while your hands are doing sneaky stuff.
Adam Grace unleashes his Magic 2.0 philosophy—blending classic tricks with modern tools and bold new angles. From a political rope routine to an AI-powered billiard ball act, he shows how tech like ChatGPT, Suno, and Eleven Labs can transform your scripting, staging, and impact. The session ends with a moving, masterful Needle-Through-Balloon that proves: the future of magic is already here.
Kyle Purnell delivers a powerhouse lecture packed with impossible visuals and pure sleight-of-hand miracles—all with normal, everyday objects. From moving ink and shrinking signatures to stunning transpositions and a jaw-dropping moving hole effect, Kyle’s ingenious methods will leave both laymen and magicians stunned. No gimmicks, no limits—just killer, anytime, anywhere magic you’ll want in your repertoire!
Mike Gallo's Gadabout Coins was an instant member favorite when it landed at CC Club. We've trimmed the fat off the teaching so you can learn it quickly and easily. This is one you'll want to get in your repertoire right away!
Chris Korn’s take on the One Coin Flurry builds on the classics of David Roth and Slydini, blending effortless handling with a perfect structure and a modernized finale. A must-learn routine for any coin magician!
John Luka strips down Larry Jennings' classic and rebuilds it into a streamlined, ultra-deceptive masterpiece.
John walks you through his personal handling of Invisible Palm Aces—crafted for clarity, flow, and real-world power. From palming technique and natural positioning to solving the notorious “last ace problem,” you’ll get a deep dive into one of the most elegant effects in close-up card magic.
This astonishing self-working card trick involves two packets of matching valued cards, mixed according to the spectator's instructions. Despite thorough shuffling and seemingly random decisions, the packets match perfectly, card for card, in order.
Aaron Fisher shares a stunning Four-Way Coincidence routine where two cards are revealed from the deck—perfectly matching two previously placed in the spectator’s and performer’s pockets. A powerful, symmetrical miracle that feels impossible from every angle.
Lee Asher reveals his visually stunning creation, the Asher Twist. With just a shake, each of the Four Aces impossibly flips—then, one magical gesture sends the entire packet turning in unison. Sleek, surprising, and seriously fooling.
Aaron Fisher unveils a revolutionary approach to the Ambitious Card, sharing powerful concepts and handling insights inspired by Jack Birnman. With stunning visual changes and seamless sequences, this miracle delivers fooling, elegant magic you’ll use for a lifetime.
Gary Nealon presents a clever twist on Brother John Hamman's classic “Signed Card” effect. Using a mystery card premise and the four Aces, Gary builds a beautifully structured moment of impossibility—where a chosen card vanishes and impossibly reappears in the most unexpected place.
A stunning, visual coin vanish that’s worth the work for any serious coin magician. Learn this beautiful sleight today and take your magic to the next level!
In John Guastaferro’s All in Your Hands, two spectators freely mix and cut two packets of cards into four piles—without you ever touching the cards—and the top cards are revealed, one by one, to be the four Aces. Deceptively simple, entirely hands-off, and lightning-quick to learn, this spectator-cut-to-Aces routine is guaranteed to become your go-to astonisher.
Jason Dean turns a simple "pick a hand" game into a mind-bending two-phase miracle. A chosen card vanishes from the deck in one hand… only to instantly reappear in the other. It’s clean, direct, and gets gasps every time.
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