The Magic Classroom

The Magic Classroom is a gathering place for those who want to learn and share magic and other enterrtainment arts.

Members

Forum

patter 37 Replies

Started by Anna Bedard in Sample Title. Last reply by Jim Stott Jan 13.

Is it just me or.... 3 Replies

Started by Ed Bedrick in Sample Title. Last reply by Jim Stott Jul 1, 2024.

How I got the Magic bug 6 Replies

Started by Ronnie L. Weeks in Uncategorized. Last reply by Aragorn The Mage Jun 28, 2024.

Getting the magic bug 2 Replies

Started by Mark Clayton in Uncategorized. Last reply by James Short Mar 9, 2024.

Sight Gags and M.C. Bits 3 Replies

Started by John Hutsebaut in Sample Title. Last reply by John Hutsebaut Mar 9, 2024.

Blog Posts

Tarot Magic

For those interested in magic with tarot cards (and I am), in addition to Stephen Minch's The Book of Thoth I also recommend Tarot Magic by Matteo Filippini & Friends.



While it's obvious English isn't Mr. Filippini's first language, it's worth looking past the typos and odd sentence structures to find a couple of real gems, one of which I immediately added to my repertoire.

The book is available …

Continue

Posted by James Short on January 7, 2025 at 9:00am — 4 Comments

My latest acquisition

I've never seen an Okito box like this before.

Posted by James Short on November 22, 2024 at 8:05am — 6 Comments

My latest acquisition

I've never seen an Okito box like this before.

Posted by James Short on November 22, 2024 at 8:02am — 1 Comment

Ready for dis Halloween!

Me and dis gang is getting ready for da Halloween with many trickses.

Posted by Joan Patterson on October 26, 2024 at 12:15pm

Jon Racherbaumer died today

Per Jessica Hack on Jon Racherbaumer's Facebook account, Jon died unexpectedly early this morning (10/22/2024).

Condolences to his family, friends, and countless fans.

Posted by James Short on October 22, 2024 at 4:47pm — 1 Comment

Elmsley Count tip

For most applications, the Elmsley Count shouldn't be treated as a count, but as a display. Doing so changes the rhythm and makes it more reasonable.

It seems weird to count four cards since it's easy to see - without counting - how many cards you have.

Posted by James Short on August 7, 2024 at 8:17am — 1 Comment

 

Welcome To The Magic Classroom!

Thanks for checking out The Magic Classroom! We hope you will find lots that you like and will come back often. We look forward to working with you in making this the premier online magic community. With your help, we can make it happen! Start here-

* Read the Magic Classroom Guidelines and then sign up!
Acceptance into The Magic Classroom is not guaranteed. This is a professional site for magicians and those who want to learn and share magic and related arts. Due to the sensitive and private nature of this site, only those individuals who are committed to being an active part of the community will be accepted. A positive attitude and a desire to work cooperatively with fellow members is a definite plus. It is also understood that members will not share information from the site with non-members. We reserve the right to decline or ban any membership or request for membership based on these standards.

; * Sign Up!
* Create a profile and connect with other members
* Start discussions in the forum to get answers and share information
* Post pictures to showcase who you are and what you do
* Upload videos or embed them from YouTube, Flickr, and Google
* Start or join a group to share your interests
* Add The Magic Classroom badge to your websites and pages.


By working and learning together, we can make the magic happen!



Doug Henning! Watch and Enjoy!

Videos

  • Add Videos
  • View All

Wild About Harry Houdini

Huis van Houdini at Bellewaerde Park in Belgium

The Bellewaerde Park in West Flanders, Belgium, has a "Huis van Houdini" (House of Houdini) ride attraction. This appears to be the same ride that one can find at Six Flags in New Jersey and MagicLand near Rome. I gotta say, I love that there are Houdini rides at amusement parks, and I love the facades. You can watch a video of Huis van Houdini below. Don't forget that you can go inside the real

Margery lost her prize 100 years ago today

It was one hundred years ago today that the Scientific American committee, on which Houdini famously served, denied Mina Crandon aka "Margery" their $2500 prize for proof of genuine psychic ability. The committee had sat with the medium in July and August of the previous year. Below is part of a story that ran in The Republican on February 12, 1925.The Republican, Feb 12, 1925.J. Malcom

Story Theater Company presents The Last Illusion

The Story Theater Company in Ames, Iowa, will present The Last Illusion at the Ames City Auditorium February 14-23, 2025. The play features Charlie Huntington as Houdini and Ashley Heimer as Bess, along with a cast of talented young people.The Last Illusion is a touching portrait of well-known illusionist, Harry Houdini, as told through the memories and voices of those who knew and loved him for

Now you can read "The Amazing Exploits of Houdini"

This is exciting. Joe Notaro and Arthur Moses have teamed up to bring the elusive Kinema Comic series The Amazing Exploits of Houdini to print in a collected edition for the very first time. This first book contains the stories from 1920 with the original illustrations. Details below.The British Boys weekly The Kinema Comic ran a serial “The Amazing Exploits of HOUDINI” (“Written by Houdini

Dixie Dooley's remarkable visit to 278

Dixie Dooley, magician, escapist, and author of Houdini--Question Reality (a wild book I really enjoy), has graciously allowed me to share a recording he made about his visit to 278 on November 16, 1985. Dixie was one of the only Houdini fans to enter the house in those days, and he came away with some amazing artifacts. It's a story you have to hear to believe, so click below and take the

Magic Chat

Active Conversations

Disconnected

    Disconnected

    You are disconnected from chat. Connect to join the chat.

    Suspended From Chat

    Sign up to chat on The Magic Classroom.

    Sign Up Free

    SAM Podcasts!

    25. Magic Saved My Life - Ryan Loyle

    We continue with another unusual story on how someone became a magician. Ryan Loyle hit rock bottom and saw no hope of getting out of it. The a bit of magical fate entered his life. Listen to this tale of hope and inspiration as host Bruce Kalver tells the tale.

    To learn more about The Society of American Magicians, go to www.magicSAM.com

    Ryan Loyle's YouTube channel is: Loyle Magic

     

    24. Magic Saved My Life - Vee Sovann

    All magicians have a story on how they became a magician. We found someone who has an unusual story that will show you that the art of magic is truly magical. Vee Sovann tells how magic turned his life around in a very dramatic way. 

    To learn more about the Society of American Magicians, go to www.magicsam.com

     

     

    23. The Trivia of Magic Babylon

    This episode discusses the new magic trivia book Magic Babylon with it's author Joe Hernandez. You can find the book on Amazon.com

    Be sure to also check out the new S.A.M. history book at magicsam.com/historybook.

    To learn more about The Society of American Magicians, go to www.magicsam.com

     

    22. Joe Givan's Halloween Disaster

    They thought they had a sure thing with a Halloween show that would bring in hundreds of people. They soon found out that luck was not on their side. Listen to a funny tale of a time when things didn't turn out the way they expected. Guest Joe Givan of Theater of Dreams in Castle Rock Colorado tells the Story

    You can learn more about Theater of Dreams at www.amazingshows.com

    Hosted by Bruce Kalver, Backstage S.A.M. is a production of The Society of American Magicians.

    To learn more about The Society of American Magicians. please visit www.magicSAM.com

    21. The S.A.M. History Book

    Editor David Charvet discusses the new book Magic in America: The Story of the Society of American Magicians written by David Goodsell. Get the behind the scenes story of the making of this monumental publication.

    You can learn more about the book and how to order at www.magicsam.com/historybook

    Hosted by Bruce Kalver, Backstage S.A.M. is a production of The Society of American Magicians.

    To learn more about The Society of American Magicians. please visit www.magicSAM.com

     
     
     




    Photos

    • Add Photos
    • View All

    Latest Activity

    Johan T. McElroy updated their profile
    yesterday
    Profile IconDavid Hira, Randy Harbin, Tony Tuccillo and 2 more were featured
    yesterday
    Jim Stott posted a video

    The Cardboard Box Illusion - Young & Strange

    Magicians Young & Strange present their cardboard box trick.Web: http://youngandstrange.co.ukFB: https://en-gb.facebook.com/richandsam/Twitter: https://twitt...
    yesterday
    Jim Stott commented on James Short's status
    "She's rather new to me but looks like I may become a fan!"
    Wednesday
    James Short commented on James Short's status
    "Jim, I've been a Jill Sobule fan for a long time, I think she's wonderful."
    Tuesday
    Jim Stott commented on James Short's status
    "Thanks Jim! I downloaded the lyrics and here they are! The box sits on the bridge The crowd is waiting The chains are locked across my chest There's no heart breaking   I've done this show a thousand times This trick's so easy As…"
    Tuesday
    James Short posted a status
    "Today's magical musical selection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTS7T7KUNSs"
    Monday
    James Short commented on James Short's blog post Tarot Magic
    "Thank you for the recommendation, Tony!"
    Feb 9

    © 2025   Created by Jim Stott.   Powered by

    Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service