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

Bunco Magic shows 2 Replies

Started by Glenn Hester in Sample Title. Last reply by Jim Stott Mar 18.

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.

Blog Posts

Keys

 A friend recently gifted me a set of keys that are a card revelation, in this case the four of hearts. That started me thinking. I came up with a germ of an idea for an act. In a tremendous act of creativity, I'd call this act "Keys".
"I've always been fascinated by keys. They can allow access, or deny it. They can let you in, or keep you out. And where in the hell did that extra key on my keychain come from, and what does…
Continue

Posted by James Short on June 7, 2025 at 6:30am — 1 Comment

"There is no magic"

Hospital Magic

In recent years, since 2017, in addition to regular shows, I have been working in several medical centers in children's oncology departments through the Larger Than Life Association.


I magish, teach and sprinkle magic powder.



Basically, I perform all kinds of magic tricks for children and families that aim to train the muscles of…

Continue

Posted by Ori Ashkenazy on May 10, 2025 at 2:00am

Excel as a magic database

Microsoft Excel (or OpenOffice or another freeware version) makes a wonderful searchable database for your magic. Hint: use separate tabs for books, tricks, and routines.

Posted by James Short on February 25, 2025 at 1:27pm — 1 Comment

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

 

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 Does Close-Up Magic! Watch and Enjoy!

Videos

  • Add Videos
  • View All

Wild About Harry Houdini

YOU CAN NOW OWN HOUDINI'S FIRST DIARY

It's here! I'm super excited to announce the publication of Escaping Obscurity: The Travel Diary of Harry Houdini, 1897-1899. This book reproduces every page of Houdini's first travel diary from the collection of Dr. Bruce Averbook, which has never been made available to the public before.I have annotated the diary so readers can easily follow all the wild ups and downs of Houdini's struggling

Houdini and Knievel

It was inevitable that I would one day stumble on an article linking Houdini and Evel Knievel. That happened today with a Houston Post piece from September 22, 1974, headlined "Evel Knievel latest of many daredevils." The article isn't really about Houdini and Knievel per se. It's more a list of famous daredevils of the past. But for the photo, they go with the two who matter the most!I actually

Joanne Gilbert and Houdini (1953)

On April 16, actress Joanne Gilbert passed away at age 92 in her home in Los Angeles. I missed this news at the time, even though her Hollywood Reporter obituary notes that the actress made her debut in Houdini (1953). Really? I confess I had never heard of Joanne Gilbert. But then I stumbled on her and her Houdini connection in this clipping from The Trenton Evening Times. Trenton Evening

Las Mujeres de Houdini by Sonia Chocrón

Here's a new Spanish-language novel with a Houdini connection: Las Mujeres de Houdini (Houdini's Women) by Sonia Chocrón. Below is a plot summary (translation).In Houdini's Women, Sonia Chocrón immerses us in the story of a Jewish-Venezuelan family, intertwined with the legacy of the famous illusionist Harry Houdini. The novel, narrated by Sara, a granddaughter of the family, reveals a web

Events

Magic Chat

Active Conversations

Disconnected (1 online)

    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

    Mike Gerrish left a comment for Steve Varro
    "Congratulations Steve. I certainly appreciate all you do for the magic community. I have personally benefited from purhasing from your Estates of Magic. Thanks! Mike Gerrish "
    10 hours ago
    Jim Stott commented on Christopher Manos's status
    "Looking forward to seeing you as well!!"
    yesterday
    Christopher Manos posted a status
    "Jim Stott - Looking forward to seeing you at SAM next week!"
    Saturday
    Carol Klein shared a profile on Facebook
    Friday
    Carol Klein left a comment for DawnMarie Borders
    "That sounds great catch me on FB https://www.facebook.com/carol.klein.9210 or give me call at my home 516 579-6524"
    Friday
    Profile IconJeff Kauffman, Trent, John Hutsebaut and 2 more were featured
    Friday
    Jim Stott posted a video

    Harry Blackstone Sr.: A Glimpse into 1950s Magic

    Experience the wonder and spectacle of Harry Blackstone Sr. with this exclusive footage from the Morris Family Archive. Captured in the mid-1950s, this rare ...
    Friday
    Carol Klein left a comment for DawnMarie Borders
    "HI I would love to share some fun ideas with you, carol www.foreverfunentertainers.com/ ;"
    Jun 22

    © 2025   Created by Jim Stott.   Powered by

    Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service