Magic - Magicians, Illusionists, Escape Artists

MAGIC. Just the word conjures up mysterious images and piques our interest. Most of us have some experience of seeing a magic show, whether live or on television, and some have strong feelings about the value of such performances as an art. The fact is, the art of magic is deeply intriguing and we are compelled to find out more. For some it is the challenge of trying to work out how it is done, others love to be amazed and remain ignorant. Whether you love to watch or yearn to perform yourself, this is where we will be introducing you to magic as a hobby. Let’s find out more?

Magic can be loosely defined as the art of producing the illusion that something is so, either by using quick, skilful hand movements which are not apparent to others, or using props or assistants, leaving the audience perplexed and astounded. Despite knowing that such a feat cannot be possible, we can offer no satisfactory explanation as to how it was achieved.

Does this sound like the hobby for you? Perhaps you have always had a fascination with the art of magic? Love to perform? Want to please your kids at party time? We hope that this will be the place to inspire you to begin, or inform you in going further. There is so much to discover!

If you choose to make magic your hobby, there are lots of areas to try. Perhaps you’d like to produce a coin from someone’s ear? Read their mind? Make them float in mid-air? Or hypnotise them? How about some card tricks or some vanishing acts? Could you be an escapologist? Fancy swallowing a sword or light bulb? There are endless possibilities, and more constantly evolving. You could be a pioneer!

The art of magic as entertainment developed in the mid 1800s, and most people have heard of the great showman Houdini. He was a multi-skilled performer who continually challenged himself and audiences loved him. Magic as an art continued to develop through the work of other dedicated magicians, right up to the 20th century, when it had, to some extent, been relegated to children’s entertainment. With the advent of television, a whole new genre was born. Performances were usually in front of a live audience for authenticity. Live outdoor events became popular, and the boundaries were pushed.

There is no doubt that the mystery attached to the art of magic continues to appeal and intrigue. Do you wish to follow this fascinating hobby and see where it may lead you? If so, please don’t go away. The show is just about to begin!!!