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.
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!
Join world-renowned magician Ondřej Pšenička as he reveals the real process of building a magic show from the ground up. From his first parlor performances to his Penn & Teller: Fool Us triumph, Ondřej lays out the creative path that turned his ideas into a full professional act. This session offers a rare, inspiring look at how a magician transforms vision into a show that truly connects with audiences.
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.
Eric brought the heat at part 2, and slammed us all with visual effect after visual effect! So much to give give thanks for.
In Part One of Eric’s CC Living Room Lecture, you’ll discover a whole harvest of miracles from one of today’s most creative miracle makers! It’s super creative, visual - and best of all…easy to do!
We’ve known Jon Armstrong for over 20 years and we’ve never seen anything like the stand-up secrets, real-world miracles and hard won wisdom Jon shared with our CC Club Members at part 2 of his once-in-a-lifetime CC Club Lecture. HINT:
Don’t Miss the final act, where Jon gave us the ultimate work on his most singular magic masterpiece.
CC Presents Part 1 of the MAGIC MASTERS CONFIDENTIAL with Jon Armstrong.
CC Presents MAGIC MASTERS CONFIDENTIAL - A TWO NIGHT Expanded Living Room Lecture by Alain Nu Part 2.
CC Presents MAGIC MASTERS CONFIDENTIAL - A TWO NIGHT Expanded Living Room Lecture by Alain Nu Part 1.
In this exclusive lecture, Javi will be revealing the secrets behind some of his most legendary tricks and illusions. You'll gain insight into the years of practice and dedication required to reach Javi's level of mastery.
In the first of this two-part MMC Living Room Lecture, Javi Benetiz shares astonishing magic and practical methods and even more: he teaches us how to add the all-important and too often missing component of communication to every effect we perform.
Part 2 of our Ammar 2023 Living Room Lecture let’s you see one of the greatest magic minds of our time at the peak of his form. Be sure not to miss Michae’s Linking Ring Routine and a collection of easy-to-do powerhouse miracles that will make the perfect addition to any pro-class magic show.
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!
Cannibal Cards is a classic plot that lets you put your own spin on a timeless effect. Bill Goodwin reveals his worker-ready routine, crafted from years of performance experience. With Bill's expert guidance, you'll learn all the details you need to get this crowd-pleaser on its feet!
A timeless crowd-pleaser with a fresh twist—Restorioso turns an ordinary piece of string into a moment of pure astonishment. With the spectator front and center, the magic happens in their own hands, creating a memory that sticks. Perfect for walk-around pros and intimate close-up shows alike, Glenn revives a classic with new visual power that feels impossible. Learn Restorioso today!
Now you see it—now you don’t. In Mike Powers’ Invisible Card, a spectator freely cuts and shuffles, yet their thought-of card vanishes from the deck entirely… only to reappear as the “invisible” card you’ve set aside and snap back into view, reversed in the pack. Borrowed-deck friendly, brisk, and bulletproof, this bold premise plus undeniable proof sequence leaves jaws on the floor. Learn it today and make impossibility feel tangible.
A fully shuffled deck is locked inside a wine glass and draped with a handkerchief—and when the cloth drops, the four Aces, one by one, have magically jumped to the front of the pack. Shared by Jim Steinmeyer and Robert Ramirez at CC, this stand-up card miracle delivers massive impact in an easy-to-learn routine your audience will never forget.
Watch the preview now and get ready to leave them speechless!
Experience John Luka’s expert take on Brother John Hamman’s classic mystery card effect—an elegant handling that turns this timeless plot into a practical, fooling miracle.
Alexander Slemmer leads a charming, interactive card experiment where shuffled decks and random choices lead to impossible coincidences. As matching cards appear across separate decks, you'll see how clever structure and subtle handling create moments of pure wonder.
Can you fool the cards, or do they always know the truth? In this engaging effect, your spectator can lie, tell the truth, or mix both—but the outcome is always astonishing. A modern twist on a classic favorite, this routine is as fun to perform as it is impossible to explain. Watch the full breakdown and add this powerful effect to your repertoire!
Discover the hilarious, mind-bending spelling trick that amazes your audience—while you struggle to make it work! Based on Edward G. Brown’s classic and perfected by David Williamson, this routine blends audience participation, clever structure, and a foolproof mnemonic for a truly unforgettable performance. Watch the full breakdown, master the setup, and add this must-learn effect to your repertoire!
Kainoa takes you further into the Wave Vanish, revealing its true elegance and power. If you love visual coin magic, this is your chance to explore it on a deeper level—start learning today!
Chris is revealing his IMPROMPTU Cups & Balls routine! This flash miracle takes just 2 minutes and uses only two regular cups—perfect for performing anytime, anywhere!
The Double Lift Game is an anytime, anywhere miracle with any deck—especially a magician fooler! Shared by CC’s own Gary Nealon, this fun and easy routine is a must-learn. Start mastering it today!
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