Lecture Marathon Autumn 2021

Note : Not English Language Lecture content The Fifth Element: A terrifyingly fair prediction trick that requires no preparation and can be performed with just one deck of cards. *The performer can choose any four cards they like. The Sound Business : Just a mug and a few coins! A Miser’s Dream with a fun punchline that requires minimal preparation. *Requested by the organizer. 3-Tone Balls : A simple routine using three small balls of different colors. Using three colors makes the performance easier to watch. We’ll also show you how to perform this not only in close-up magic but also in a small parlor setting. 5 Years Ago: A clever routine using ESP cards. A randomly selected suit matches the performer’s card. And what’s more… It can be performed with an extremely simple set and will entertain your audience with a completely unexpected twist. Hardcore mentalism is fine, but how about some stylish mental magic for a change? Single Rising Card Subtlety: The selected card smoothly rises from the center of the deck. No preparation needed, perfect for a parlor! A classic impromptu rising card with a touch of subtlety for added mystery! SecondLecture: Sunday, October 3rd, 13:00-15:00, Takashige Sho The highly acclaimed performer from the first lecture marathon is back! He is the first Japanese winner in 24 years in the parlor magic category at the FISM World Championships. He will once again generously share his proven techniques and ideas, which have been recognized at the world championships! You will surely gain new insights into what happens when you thoroughly master classic magic at a high level! Furthermore, we have also prepared a lecture on his well-regarded basic techniques. We hope this will be an opportunity for you to re-examine classic magic. Lecture content White Prediction: The spectator verbally selects a card. The magician looks at the deck, which is completely blank before printing. The prediction card on the table is also blank, but the next moment the selected card is printed, and before you know it, the deck is also printed. Three Ball Trick: A demonstration and explanation of the classic magic trick, the “Three Ball Trick.” We will convey the charm of this classic trick while incorporating the “basics of hand movements” to make it look smooth and beautiful. Hanging Coins: An adaptation of David Ross’s super-famous trick. Three coins are hung in the air one after another and made to “disappear.” They are taken out again, but…? You will learn the importance of giving meaning to the location and movement of coins, rather than just making them disappear, and sequences in which multiple coins disappear. Technique Tips and Tricks ~Understanding techniques correctly will dramatically increase your learning speed~ ① Retention Vanish The retention vanish is a technique that anyone who has ever been involved with coin magic has dreamed of mastering at least once. It ‘s simply about making one coin disappear (cleanly). But because it’s so simple, it’s difficult. We will clearly explain what you “shouldn’t do” and what you “should do” to create the illusion that the coin is still there . ② Versa Switch A detailed explanation of the tips and tricks for the “Versa Switch” technique, which involves switching multiple cards at once. ③ Gallow Pitch An explanation of a low-difficulty yet highly effective method. Third Lecture: Saturday, October 9th, 13:00-15:00, SANLY’S Young Star Week is dedicated to discovering new talent. Our first act is SANLY’S, the first duo to perform in our Lecture Marathon! Lychee specializes in mental magic with high probability of failure , while SANTA excels at fantasy magic using abstract expressions. At first glance, they may seem like an unlikely combination, but they have been energetically performing live shows to great acclaim. The duo has already confessed, “There’s so much to cover, it definitely won’t fit into two hours!” Please enjoy a varied two hours + α.Lecture content SANTA Life of Butterfly: A beautiful card prediction that can be done spontaneously with just one regular deck. However, what I want to convey here is not whether the card is correct or not, but rather the important thing to consider when confronting your own work: “What do you want to convey with this magic?” Animal Prediction: The animal chosen from the cards depicting animals matches the prediction…! Or so it seems, but it fails. However, a shocking climax awaits. A detailed explanation of the methodology for building magic using miscellaneous items unrelated to magic. Foodie Coin: Three coins disappear on a spoon and appear in a glass. An explanation of Coin Across, which became a hot topic on social media. There are no lines in the video, but this is the first time we will be showing an explanation of the performance with lines. The explanation is based on the creative theory that can be applied to any magic, focusing on “why, when, and how.” Anteater Feeding Time: An anteater eats the faces of a playing card. One of SANTA’s signature magic tricks using stuffed animals. The explanation is based on the theory used in theater, that “to add more depth to a work, you must be aware of the ‘invisible story’ that the props you use have.” Furthermore, this article explains how to further conceal the secret moves used during a performance. These techniques can be applied to any performance. litchi Basic Fishing : This section covers the fundamentals of fishing. It explains in detail how to identify a card freely chosen by a spectator, adapting the method to different situations. It then introduces techniques for guessing the spectator’s chosen card. Intermediate Fishing: Building upon the basics, this section teaches procedures for everyday use. It explores how to effectively utilize fishing to incorporate performances beyond simply guessing cards. It also explains how to structure procedures for multiple spectators and adapts them to different situations. Alphabet Fishing This explains how to use alphabet cards for fishing. Lychee particularly performs this at private parties, and it’s an act that can increase audience satisfaction and the overall enjoyment of the event. Name This is an application of Alphabet Fishing. https://youtu.be/7GTY6mAAw6I From 12:36, I will explain in detail a routine using alphabet cards with fishing, including its structure. By learning the procedure structure in detail, you will understand how to create routines that suit different situations. Through this routine, you can learn fishing techniques, jazz (a performance structured according to the situation), and routine structure. 4th Lecture, Sunday, October 10th, 13:00-15:00 , Fuki At just 23 years old, Fuki has captivated many guests with his incredible technique and expressiveness, and now he’s finally making his appearance in the lecture marathon! While he’s best known as the Coin Man, his card magic skills are also top-notch. In fact, he was a junior colleague of the person behind the scenes (Straight Playing Cards representative: Yamazaki) when he worked at a magic bar, and he was selected based on his experience not only for his skills but also for his ability to get audience reactions. Currently, he is the manager of the magic bar “Yo” in Mie Prefecture, and is also a core member of the magic team CoinLudens. Please look forward to his lecture! Lecture content Card Magic Boxed Routine – A routine that combines Cutting Aces, Ambitious Card, and In the Box into one package. It can be performed with just a deck of cards and a pen.• Cutting Aces: A simple Cutting Aces routine performed from a completely shuffled deck. • Ambitious Card : A simple Ambitious Card routine. The technique is cleverly varied to shift the audience’s suspicion. • In the Box: The punchline of the routine. Because the preparation is built up gradually throughout the entire performance, it will have a great effect if done correctly. Anniversary Waltz by Fuki. An Anniversary Waltz performed using only a regular deck. Two signatures written on separate cards come together on a single card. Coin Magic Simple Across ‘s ideal form of “Coins Across using 3 regular cards,” as envisioned by Fuki. This is a 3FLY routine performed with four regular three-fly boards. It’s designed to minimize the tendency for extras to be perceived, which is a drawback of the 3FLY routine. Practicality is also a priority, as it’s designed with live performance in mind. 5th Lecture, Saturday, October 16th, 13: 00-15 Seiju Seiju, a highly practical and experienced magician known to virtually every professional magician in the Kanto region, will be giving a lecture marathon! He will share his insights on his talk, character, work ethic, and even previously unreleased content, all of which have influenced many magicians. Working at a magic bar while actively expanding his activities to include street magic, caucus performances, and wedding magic, his lectures are sure to provide valuable insights for many magicians. This is a must-see lecture for anyone who wants to make magic their profession or expand their activities. Don’t miss it! Lecture content Card Underwatch　 Ideal for creating effects in under 10 seconds. Suitable for use in salons and on stage. Chop Cup　 No magnets are used. A non-chop cup game performed on the hands of the audience. The procedure itself is unremarkable, but the ingenuity in concealing the large ball and lemon at the end has earned him praise from his peers. Egg handkerchief　 This procedure has a demonstration video available on YouTube. A complete guide to transforming well-known magic tricks into entertainment, including scriptwriting and the concept of “out”! Omnidec　 Prioritizes speed over cleanliness. Also effective as an outfielder in Ongra and Underwatch. 6th Lecture, Sunday, October 17th, 13:00-15:00 , JONIO Perfect attendance at the lecture marathon! This is JONIO’s third appearance. He has recently become more prominent as an event planner, This time, the lecture will focus on his aspect as a professional performer. We will deliver a lot of essential information for today’s young professional magicians, such as how to integrate social media with magic. Please look forward to his lecture, which has received high praise for two consecutive times. Lemonade Aces: Find four Aces from a well-shuffled deck. This trick works on skeptical audiences and even professional magicians. No gaffs, no manipulation. I often performed this trick when I was performing at magic bars, where magic enthusiasts would sometimes come in. Production to Change: Produce four Kings from an empty hand, and then they transform into four Aces. The production enhances the effect of the change. Since the entire process from production to change can be done in front of the chest or face, it’s easy to see even in a parlor setting and looks great on TV and social media. You can also perform the production and change separately, making it easy to incorporate into your own routines. 2D ⇆ 3D This section introduces three performances based on the theme, “The performer interacts with what is depicted on a postcard, causing a change.” It explains creative thinking techniques for working within limited circumstances. A perfect opening for a flash coin magic trick. Fire-based effects unconditionally capture the audience’s attention and interest. This trick is also ideal as an opening for hopping or other shows. Finally , it presents convenient carrying ideas for flash paper and ideas for producing objects that cannot be palmed.7th Lecture, Saturday, October 23rd, 13:00-15:00 , by Mossan Mossan, who made a stunning debut at a young age with his coin magic collection “Monster,” will be appearing at Expert Week as a coin magic expert! Many of you are probably wondering, “Coin magic at a card manufacturer’s event?” Don’t worry about the details. Amazing things are amazing! He is a genius at coin magic, possessing incredible strength and skill, so much so that card manufacturers have approached him for lectures saying, “Forget card magic!” Please enjoy our specialized lectures. Lecture content Coin Matrix ① Easy Quick Four: An easy matrix where four coins instantly gather in one place. ② Another Flash Matrix : A routine to perform after Easy Quick Four. Slow Motion Coin Vanish: Nate Leipzig’s masterpiece coin vanish. This is the procedure for the TEN Weasel Wild Coin. I’ve published this procedure several times before, but this time I’m introducing it as an example of “a method to maximize the impact within the mystery.” This procedure makes the Open Traveler movement of the Invisible Traveler coin more convincing. 7th Lecture, Sunday, October 24th, 13:00-15:00 Birdie Here comes another undisputed expert in mental magic, Mr. Birdie. Following the overwhelming success of the first lecture marathon, we are back! This time, we will not only discuss his tricks, but also delve into the core concepts of mental magic. This lecture is given by the person who has the highest sales of lecture DVDs in Japan. We are confident that those who enjoy mental magic will be very satisfied with the content. Even if you don’t often have the opportunity to perform mental magic, I hope you’ll take this chance to get a feel for its core elements. 9th Lecture, Saturday, October 30th, 13:00-15:00, Monsieur Pierre Just like Mr. JONIO, Mr. Monsieur Pierre has a perfect attendance record in the lecture marathon! He will be the last Japanese speaker to deliver a lecture! The lectures given two sessions ago were of such high quality that I approached you about giving this lecture on the very same day that the last lecture concluded. Once again, he has prepared a work that showcases the ingenuity of the production process, in which he actually performs. Don’t miss this opportunity to see his expertise generously shared! Lecture content Kosoado This is a simple four-card packet trick that can be easily performed, allowing you to playfully surprise and delight the audience. I will also touch upon the inspiration behind the trick and the works that drew inspiration from it. Card guessing By combining several ideas, you can create a seemingly impossible scenario. There are no difficult techniques involved, so even beginners can perform it. Frog Princess This is a reimagining of Michael Close’s classic “Frog Prince,” making it easier to perform and expanding the storyline. Perfect for those who want more than just simple card tricks. 10th Special Lecture, Sunday, October 31st, 13:00-16:00, Michael Ammar This will be the first time we’ve had a special lecture by an international guest. For our first episode, we’ve asked Michael Ammar, known as one of the greatest magicians in the world, to be our guest! He studied under Dai Vernon and won the FISM Close-up category in 1982. A pioneer in magic lectures and named one of Magic Magazine’s most influential magicians of the 20th century, he will conclude this lecture marathon. During our meeting with him, he said, “I’ll prepare plenty of lecture content, so leave it to me! Hahaha!” However, we requested that he add the following content from our brand. The “Topit” is a signature gimmick that he made famous. Many people have a negative impression of “invisible thread.” “Cup and Ball” is a game where customers handle all aspects of the cup-and-ball operation themselves. This is a fitting conclusion to the series. Please look forward to it!• Coin from Card: A super visual magic trick where a picture drawn on a card comes to life and pops out. Small items such as coins can also be made to appear. [Performance Theory] • How to Choose Acts: Ryuhei often performs superhuman acts. What is his intention in choosing these acts? Why not ordinary magic? We introduce his approach to choosing acts. • Combining Entertainment Elements Other Than Magic: In addition to superhuman tricks, Ryuhei’s shows combine elements of juggling and street performance. We introduce his thinking behind this. • Introducing a Flap for Practical Magicians : We introduce how to make a flap gimmick that has lasted for over a year even after being used repeatedly in shows by professionals. • How to Create a Show That Gets the Audience Going : While watching Ryuhei’s live shows, we explain the thinking behind the tricks. Why does it get the audience excited? What should you do to get the audience going? We also introduce other tips and tricks to liven up your show. Second lecture: Sunday, June 5th, 1:00 PM A first-of-its-kind lecture in the magic industry! / A theorist trained in Spain Prince Hayashi He learned the fundamentals of magic from Michihiro Matsuda, Yoichi Akamatsu, Mohammed Fukuoka, Koji Mita, and others. Later, in order to learn the theory of magic, he sought out Juan Tamariz, a master of the magic world, and while staying at his home, he deepened his relationships with geniuses and prodigies of the Spanish magic world such as Dani DaOrtiz, Miguel Angel Gea, Javi Benitez, and Paco Rodas, learning the theory of magic. After returning to Japan, he signed a contract with a hotel in his hometown of Okayama and became a regular performer in the lounge on the top floor. He also signed a contract with a local TV station. For three years, he continued his regular segment “Prince Hayashi’s Full-Bellied Magic,” which was broadcast live and where failure was absolutely not an option, and he put the fundamentals he had learned into practice.