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.
While strumming a ukulele intro, the performer invites three spectators to eliminate cards through a series of impossible choices—burning numbers or pictures, narrowing the deck further, then selecting one final card to spare. In a stunning climax, that very card is revealed to have been folded and used as the pick strumming the ukulele the entire time. A killer opener that plays big whether you're a musician or not—the method works like a charm. Watch today and discover why this routine stops shows cold.
Join the CC panel as they break down standout performances from the Summit, analyzing the artistic choices that make close-up magic truly connect with audiences. Discover the "tentpole method" for building a reliable 5-10 minute set around your strongest, most authentic material.
Gregory Wilson proves again why he’s the master of real-world miracles. With nothing more than a coffee cup sleeve and a stir stick, you’ll melt minds in seconds—no setup, no gimmicks, no nonsense. The spectator sees it, feels it, and it all happens in their hands. Practical, powerful, and pure Wilson—grab your coffee and start performing magic that sticks.
Gregory Wilson’s Chip on Shoulder is the ultimate mix of skill, guts, and spectator shock. A poker chip appears, vanishes, and reappears—finally landing on your spectator’s shoulder again and again, under impossible conditions. Perfect for close-up or stage, this routine serves reactions hotter than a royal flush. Watch it now and turn boldness into brilliance.
This month's "The Good The Bad & The Ugly" live event showcases a diverse selection of today's most talked-about magic effects. The in-depth reviews and discussions cover the mentalism and close-up miracle, Maestro, alongside the highly anticipated new utility device, The Button. For those seeking a strong reputation-maker, we dive into Crashed PRO. The review also features the stunning, practical utility prop Perfect Champagne / Perfect Water Glass, and the grand stage classic Nankin Tamasudare. Finally, we examine the revamped effects Silent Treatment (Stage) and the quick, visual routine Don’t Blink. This is an essential guide to which hot items are a must-have, a pass, or simply interested.
John Guastaferro’s “Daley Prequel” is a fast, powerful opener that sets up the magic before your audience even realizes it’s begun. Crisp, clean, and built for maximum impact, it tees up the classic Daley’s Last Trick—or stands alone as a quick, killer transposition they’ll swear happened in their hands. Watch it now and add this pro-level spark to your set.
John Luka’s Doubling Back Home delivers pure astonishment—twice. A signed card vanishes and reappears in your pocket, not once but two times, in a routine that’s as effortless as it is impossible. Clean, direct, and designed for real-world magic, this is a powerhouse you can perform anywhere. Learn it today and leave your audience speechless.
Join us for this month's Member Mastermind, featuring an outstanding lineup of performances! Curt Harpold earns his Mastermind Cup with Steve Beam's "Reopening Stab," while Gary Nealon claims his Elite Cup with an elegantly simplified take on Aaron Fisher's "Search and Destroy." Nancy Anderson demonstrates her handling of "Kickback," FX Charpentier brings his unique flair to "Unconscious Poker," Larry Mota dazzles with Dollar Bill Triumph and Coins Across, and Todd Goldman shares his in-progress Wild Coin routine with a surprise kicker ending. Don't miss this celebration of skill and creativity!
Who doesn't love a good color change? Bill Goodwin has a great one! Whether you're looking for a single change or a double change, Bill's Pivot Color Change delivers visual magic that's perfect for card workers. Clean, direct, and versatile—this is the kind of move that elevates your card work instantly. Watch Bill's Pivot Color Change now and level up your card magic today!
Mike Powers shares this Don England modern classic—a false explanation gambling routine where the "money card" impossibly stretches both long and wide, only to shrink down to a mini card. You'll need some DIY, but this gimmick is easy to make and even easier to perform. Funny, visually stunning, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Watch it now and add this gem to your working set!
Steve’s second session unveils a wealth of little-known secrets for building a magician's career from scratch. Discover how to choose the right shows, acquire vital video footage, and develop a business that pays you to do what you love. From easy icebreakers to the art of cold calling, and innovative promotion strategies, including making predictions for publicity and partnering with charities. This session is packed with actionable insights to help you elevate your magic career.
Steve Spill shares invaluable insights during his first lecture at CC. Growing up in the close-up room at the Magic Castle, Steve carved his own path as Highdini, opening for major rock bands and establishing Magicopolis in Santa Monica. He discusses the importance of injecting your authentic self into performances, taking risks, trying new things, and embracing failure. Tune in to learn from a living legend and elevate your magic with authenticity and creativity.
In part 2 of John Luka's triumphant CC Living Room Lecture, John dives into a repertoire of easy-to-do, practical card magic. Each effect is powerful and practical, with methods that are top-notch in each and every category.
Get ready for a lecture where Magic dreams really do come true: In part 1 of John Luka’s MMC Living Room Lecture, you will discover 4 of the most practical, easy-to-do and perfect miracles we can even imagine performing. Sit back, relax, and take a trip to Motor City!
Tonight, Alex Slemmer unveiled the secrets of DIY trick deck construction, teaching us how to craft professional-class decks like Pop-Eyed Popper, Svengali, Mirage, Brainwave, and the Invisible Deck at home. Elevate your performances and save money with this newfound expertise!
Discover Alex's $100 Ace Routine—a masterclass in card magic that transforms the Four Ace Routine into a show-stopping miracle. Dive deep with Alex as he unveils seamless, magical handling that makes this classic effect perfect for any performance.
Part 2 of the Willy Monroe Living Room Lecture was even more astonishing and magical than Part 1. Just wait till you see what happens!
In Part Two , Rolando pulls back the curtain and reveals the secrets of the mysterious practice known as Cold Reading…and more!
Join us for an all new experience! CC Presents MAGIC MASTERS CONFIDENTIAL - A TWO NIGHT Expanded Living Room Lecture. Rolando Santos Part 1
The final show of 2023 with the man himself!
Howard Hamburg brings us stories of Vernon, Charlie Miller, and all the greatest teachers as well as unbelievable card magic learned over a lifetime hanging at the Castle.
This is visual coin magic at its finest. Elegant, bold, and remarkably achievable.
It plays big, looks beautiful, and needs only four coins.
If you love visual magic—or just want to feel that whoa again—you have to see this for yourself.
In this 38-minute deep dive, Aaron Fisher shares his most practical, visual, and deceptive applications of the Outjogged Herman Shift—including a bold new take on Roy Walton’s Going Bye Bye. Perfect for performers ready to elevate their routines with ultra-clean phases that look impossible—and feel undeniable.
A full coin act in under 3 minutes—built for real-world impact.
Kainoa Harbottle’s Tablehopper’s Quattro hits all the high notes: coin through table, coins across, vanishes, and surprise reappearances. It’s modular, powerful, and practical—perfect for close-up, walk-around, or online.
Minimal sleights. Maximum effect. Whether you’re just starting out or a pro looking to streamline, Quattro gives you the tools—and freedom—to make it yours.
A signed selection. A rubber-banded deck. And a visual that stops people cold.
Rubber Melt by Gary Nealon is a pocket-sized miracle—simple to carry, devastating to see. The chosen card doesn’t just rise or fall… it phases through a sealed deck in full view, in the most impossible way.
Prepare to melt some minds.
Aaron Fisher shares a powerful variation on his modern classic, Search & Destroy. In this special edition, you’ll master the original slow-motion miracle where two kings zero in on a chosen card right in the spectator’s hands—then learn a bonus phase that adds a stunning kicker to an already impossible effect. With no gimmicks, minimal sleight-of-hand, and 100% spectator involvement, this is practical, fooling magic at its finest.
Jeff Copeland’s Ring Bling is a visually stunning one-coin routine that’s as rewarding to learn as it is to perform. While it demands some dedicated practice, the skills you’ll build translate to all your coin and small object magic. Add this eye-popping piece to your repertoire and level up your dexterity today!
Robert Ramirez shares his take on the Jelly Bean Trick—a fun, foolproof stage routine where the audience predicts the exact number of jelly beans in a jar. Easy to perform, highly interactive, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Learn it now and add it to your act!
Alexander Slemmer takes Bill Goldman’s legendary Monkey in the Middle and turns it into a modern clinic in deception. You’ll discover the hidden structure behind one of card magic’s most impossible routines—refined handling, invisible setup, and Goldman's signed-card subtlety that seals the illusion shut. This isn’t just a trick you perform—it’s the kind that makes other magicians stop and wonder how you pulled it off. Watch it today.
Al Bakers classic of close-up table magic creates the illusion of real magic as four coins pass through the table—one at a time—under increasingly impossible conditions. This is a true must-have miracle that deceives and amazes all participants under challenge conditions!
Mike Gallo’s stunning Coins Across routine fools magicians and laymen alike. Featuring the legendary move pioneered by his father, Lou Gallo, this routine brings the technique to life with unforgettable power. Ready to master the "move"? This is your chance to make it shine!
While strumming a ukulele intro, the performer invites three spectators to eliminate cards through a series of impossible choices—burning numbers or pictures, narrowing the deck further, then selecting one final card to spare. In a stunning climax, that very card is revealed to have been folded and used as the pick strumming the ukulele the entire time. A killer opener that plays big whether you're a musician or not—the method works like a charm. Watch today and discover why this routine stops shows cold.
Mike Powers shares this Don England modern classic—a false explanation gambling routine where the "money card" impossibly stretches both long and wide, only to shrink down to a mini card. You'll need some DIY, but this gimmick is easy to make and even easier to perform. Funny, visually stunning, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Watch it now and add this gem to your working set!
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