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.
From the Mark Strivings lecture, you will learn real-world mind reading and mentalism. This session focuses ONLY on effects that are both mysterious AND easy to perform.
Alain Nu reveals a smooth, deceptive glimpse control straight from Steve Draun—a move so casual it looks like nothing at all. The spectator calls “stop,” remembers a card, and within a heartbeat, the performer seems to see their thought hiding in a simple fan. Smooth, relaxed, and surgically clean, this is the kind of handling that makes real mindreading look and feel effortless. Watch it now and learn how invisible can truly look.
Mike Powers kicks off PM Principle with a razor-sharp twist on the classic “pick a card” effect—turning a familiar plot into a test-condition miracle. Blindfolded and driven by a “mathematical algorithm,” he locates not one but two chosen cards under impossibly fair conditions. Smart, cheeky, and deeply deceptive, this performance captures Mike’s signature mix of skill, structure, and sly charm—and it hits magicians and laypeople alike right between the eyes. Watch it now.
The February 2026 Member Mastermind featured strong, practical performances from Michael Sprowl, Richie D, Joe McNamara, Jeff Rigney, and Lou Entin, ranging from innovative mentalism and thought-of-card revelations to visual card magic and a powerful chop cup opener.
When most people hear “spoon bending,” they think trick or gimmick — but this lesson isn’t about that. It’s about tapping into the invisible energy that fuels every great performance. Alain Nu takes a single ordinary spoon and turns it into a meditation on focus, flow, and the power of intention. Watch this one — it’ll change the way you think about mental magic forever.
Alexander Slemmer shares the Popeye Popper Deck and turns classic card magic into practical perfection. With this ingenious setup, you can effortlessly reveal a selected card in nearly any impossible location you choose. It’s fast, foolproof, and built for maximum impact. Learn the prep, essential handling, and why pros love it for delivering miracles that feel completely hands-off. Watch today and add this powerhouse to your repertoire!
Nick was on fire in this second part of his truly epic CC Living Room Lecture. This event was filled with real workers, including the best 3 card monte routine and teaching ever, the perfect close-up four card miracles - and one-cup routine you have to see for yourself! This is a Must See CC!!!
Steve Valentine brings Oscar Paulson’s classic Cards Across to life with his signature blend of humor and astonishment. In this polished, audience-tested routine, Steve guides you through every beat—so you can deliver miracles that feel effortless and get huge reactions. A worker’s delight, packed with charm, rhythm, and unforgettable magic. Watch it now and make it yours.
Daniel Chard’s Dreamweaver turns a simple signed selection into a surreal visual experience. The entire deck seems to melt away—its faces, backs, and even the pips themselves—leaving only the spectator’s chosen card intact. Advanced, elegant, and utterly impossible, this routine delivers that rare “how-is-that-even-possible?” moment pros live for. Learn Dreamweaver today and add a true showstopper to your set.
Nick DeCiutiis joins Magic Masters Confidential for a rare, behind‑closed‑doors session packed with real coin and card work. From Transient Coin with the Chinese Ending to a Four Aces sequence Aaron Fisher calls “each ace being a vision,” Nick delivers grounded, elegant magic shaped by a lifetime of experience. The night closes with The Trick with Two Dice—Dr. Sack’s classic, re‑engineered for deceptive, practical performance.
Greg Wilson’s first CC lecture gave us this clever twist on a classic — and it’s pure Greg: smart, bold, and built on master‑level misdirection. A simple stick becomes a magic wand that vanishes a stone — then makes it melt right through solid matter. Even if you never build the props, Greg’s lesson on timing, angles, and attention will level up every move you make.
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!
Engaging, Original Close-Up Magic! Magic is more than tricks—it’s an experience that delights, connects, and inspires. As a Penn & Teller: Fool Us performer and featured act at the Chicago Magic Lounge, Kyle Purnell brings his inventive, world-class magic to CC Club. Get ready for an unforgettable journey of astonishment and discovery!
Rick Holcombe shares some of his most powerful, real-world coin magic, packed with game-changing techniques you won’t find anywhere else. From his signature one-coin masterpiece, Recoil, to the revolutionary Sly Palm, Rick teaches deceptive vanishes, visual transformations, and pro-level handling that make coin magic look effortless. Plus, he unveils new concepts like the Fantasy Display and his stand-up Wild Coin routine, Gemini—straight from his upcoming book, Calico.
If you’re serious about coin magic, this is the deep dive you’ve been waiting for.
Rick Holcombe’s Magic Masters Confidential Living Room Lecture is packed with practical, time-tested coin magic from a true expert. Learn vanishes, transpositions, and stunning sleight-of-hand techniques, including Rick’s insights on the EZ Hanging Coins, 3 Strange Things, and Over Under routines—plus a super practice session on the Downs Palm! This is a must-watch for anyone who loves coin magic.
This lecture starts with 3 easy sponge ball vanishes, including Tony Clark’s Speed Bump Vanish, the Smoosh Vanish, and the Pat Page Vanish. Next, learn 2 productions, including how to produce 2 large balls from a purse frame. Then, it’s on to the Sanada Gimmick, Gozinta Box Productions, Sponge Bunnies, Burger’s Ball Routine, and the Benson Bowl Routine – the ultimate hybrid of sponge balls, cups and balls, and formal close-up magic!
This is the ultimate reboot for close-up magic in 2025. Alex will train you up on the Pat Page Sponge Ball Routine. You’ll wow your audience with 7-10 phases of magic and a complete vanish! Alex Slemmer will teach you everything from sponge ball prep and palm positions to vanishes, splits, and advanced techniques. You'll even learn how to make an endless stream of sponge balls appear!
This was a truly one of a kind event. After a 45 minute talk with Alex live from his theater in Lake Tahoe, Alex streamed his full evening live show for the members of CC Club. You’ll be treated to an evening’s amazing entertainment, and insights, stories and candid discussion with one of the top magicians working today!
Alex Ramon shares his favorite card manipulations and stand-up parlor transposition. He also teaches his handling of Jim Steinmeyer's "Cue Card Mentalism" and "Onward and Upward," plus two more miracles from Steinmeyer's "Impuzzibilities" books. The event concludes with Alex sharing his "5 Key Elements of a Professional Entertainer."
Delve deeper into the realm of coin magic with Jeff Copeland in Part 2 of this masterclass. Discover visual miracles like the Mexi-Melt French Drop, the Flying Roll Down Catch, and the Digital Dissolve. Jeff also shares his insights on magic development and delivers rapid-fire tips for coin enthusiasts. The lecture culminates with the Traveler Wallet routine, a multi-phase stunner that will leave your audience breathless. Whether you're a seasoned coin magician or just starting out, this lecture is a treasure trove of knowledge and inspiration.
Three impossible moments. One routine. First, you find their selection using your "lucky" card. Clean reveal. Then—without warning—all four Aces appear from nowhere. But here's the kicker: when you spread the deck, every card has ended up in perfect order by suit. Beautiful. Direct. Stunningly easy to execute. This one goes straight into your repertoire tonight.
John Guastaferro's "Here, There & In My Pocket" is a thrilling tribute to the classic homing card effect, inspired by Francis Carlisle's work in Stars of Magic. Watch as a spectator's selection keeps jumping to your pocket, creating a stunning visual that elevates the homing card concept to new heights. This is the homing card on steroids!
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.
Before he passed, Mike Gallo—son of the legendary Lou Gallo—shared a 5-part lecture series with CC Club members. In this rare and powerful training, Mike breaks down the iconic Gallo Pitch in detail—exactly as it was handed down from father to son.
Learn the mechanics, timing, and subtle touches that transform this classic sleight into a natural, deceptive weapon in your coin magic arsenal. This is your chance to learn the real work—straight from the source.
Jon Armstrong’s Chop Cup “Skill-Trick” reimagines the classic cup-and-ball as a participatory showstopper: demo playful “skills,” ratchet up the suspense, then produce three impossible appearances under an empty cup. Perfectly angle-safe for 300° audiences—crisp, captivating, and guaranteed to wow everyone.
With seamless sleight of hand and smooth transitions, this copper-silver coin effect is a visual stunner. Watch as coins impossibly transform and transpose—culminating in a powerful in-the-hands moment your audience won’t forget.
In this off-the-cuff miracle, Aaron Fisher channels inspiration from Jack Birnman to deliver a stunningly visual revelation. Bold, spontaneous, and impossible to ignore—this moment hits hard and leaves a lasting impression.
Get ready for a deep dive into pro-level card control. In this session, Aaron Fisher explores one of Marlo’s classic audience stunners, transforming it into an elegant, fooling experience. With expert guidance and sharp handling insights, you’ll see how the great Jack Birnman inspired modern miracles that leave a lasting impact.
Mike Gallo teaches his expert handling of the classic Ball & Vase trick, turning this simple kids' magic prop into a sleight of hand masterpiece. Gallo strips away the self-working nature of the trick and disguises it as an innocent, familiar prop, leading the audience through clever twists and turns before delivering a jaw-dropping kicker ending. This is a perfect example of how Gallo elevates even the most basic magic set trick into something extraordinary.
Elevate your stage show with this versatile Alan Wakeling classic—rescued from Jim Steinmeyer’s vault. Spectators freely call out random number tiles…only to discover you predicted every choice in jaw-dropping fashion. Easy to master, impossible to explain, and tailor-made for big-impact theater magic. Add this powerhouse prediction to your repertoire today!
Glenn Morphew’s Card Opener kicks off your set with pure fire—three phases of fast, visual magic that grab attention and don’t let go. A selection is lost and instantly found, the Aces get ambitious, and a freely named four of a kind transforms into the Aces right before their eyes. Quick, clean, and packed with energy, this opener locks your audience in from the very first beat. Watch it now.
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!
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