Ebook - A Card Act by Tom Osborne
Description & Effect
Master the Art of Stage Card Manipulation
Step into the spotlight with 'A Card Act by Tom Osborne,' your comprehensive guide to mastering an entire professional stage manipulation act with playing cards. Authored by the legendary Tom Osborne, this invaluable booklet equips magicians with the skills and routines needed to captivate any audience. Whether you're an aspiring stage performer or a seasoned pro looking to elevate your act, this foundational text provides a meticulously structured act that’s both impressive and engaging. Learn the secrets behind breathtaking card productions, impossible vanishes, and elegant flourishes that define top-tier stage magic.
Unleash a Repertoire of Stunning Routines
Dive deep into a treasure trove of over a dozen unique and visually striking routines and sequences. From the grandeur of the 'Giant Fan' and the classic appeal of 'Rising Cane' to the astonishing 'Cards From Elbow' and 'Cards From The Knee,' Osborne details each move with precision. Explore the beauty of 'The Rosette,' 'The Memphis Rose,' and 'Mexican Sunflower,' alongside practical techniques like the 'Accordion Shuffle' and 'Arm Spreads.' This collection not only provides a full act but also offers a wealth of individual showpieces that can dramatically enhance your existing magic repertoire, ensuring every performance leaves a lasting impression.
Learn from a Master with Unmatched Clarity
Tom Osborne’s expertise is brought to life through 26 richly detailed, comb-bound pages. What truly sets this guide apart are the 128 exquisite illustrations by Allan Wassilak. Every nuance, every subtle movement, is clearly depicted, making complex manipulations accessible and easy to learn. Originally published by Ray Goulet's Magic Art Book Co. in 1987 and now a Meir Yedid Magic product, this timeless classic continues to be an essential resource for serious card manipulators. Invest in a legacy of magical excellence and transform your stage presence with the masterful teachings of Tom Osborne.
Original Specs
In this booklet Tom Osborne teaches an entire stage manipulation act with playing cards. You can present the act as described or incorporate any of the novel and impressive sequences into your existing act.
Routines and sequences include: Rising Cane, One Handed Fan, Giant Fan, Cards From Elbow, Cards From The Knee, Another Elbow Fan, Fancy Shuffle, Another One Handed Cut, The Rosette, The Memphis Rose, Mexican Sunflower, Smaller And Smaller, Accordion Shuffle, Card Productions, The Balanced Deck, Cards On The Cane, Arm Spreads, Encore Card Spinning and more.
A 26-page comb bound 8.5"x11" booklet with 128 illustrations by Allan Wassilak. A Meir Yedid Magic product originally published by Ray Goulet's Magic Art Book Co. in 1987.
