Magic entertainment in Boston, Massachusetts, has shifted dramatically over the years. Once supported by beloved brick‑and‑mortar shops like Hank Lee’s and Diamond’s Magic—both now gone—the community has moved into a digital era led by online platforms such as Penguin Magic, Vanishing Inc., and Tannen’s Magic (which still operates a physical store). The internet reshaped how … Read more
How many of us have strived to perform a “Perfect Pass?” I used to believe there were magicians who could perform an “invisible pass” while their hands were being “burned.” (Burn means, the spectators are looking at your hands only, in hopes of catching the secret.) I certainly don’t demean the skill and hours … Read more
“The Fastest Hands in the World.” Honestly, few claim it outright. Instead, many magicians choose to frame it as a question—“Are these the fastest hands in the world?” There is actually a terminology for this. Are you ready? “JAQing Off.” This is an often-used technique by politicians, but it can work for magicians as … Read more