[Magic Video] Contact by David Devlin
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Witness David Devlin’s “Contact,” a mystifying book test designed for magicians! Connect with spirits in a séance-themed presentation. Amaze close-up or on stage!
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Witness David Devlin’s “Contact,” a mystifying book test designed for magicians! Connect with spirits in a séance-themed presentation. Amaze close-up or on stage!
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Contact by David Devlin
Step into the mysterious world of mentalism and magic with Contact by David Devlin. Unlike traditional book tests, this unique performance piece is crafted specifically for magicians, blending suspense, intrigue, and a touch of the supernatural to captivate your audience like never before.
What Makes ‘Contact’ Unique?
David Devlin’s Contact redefines the book test genre with its séance-themed presentation. Through the book, the performer connects with “spirits,” creating an eerie yet unforgettable experience. Whether you’re performing close-up or on stage, this versatile routine leaves your audience in awe. And the best part? The book can be given away as a keepsake, with the secret remaining undetected.
The Effect
Imagine this: a book, a pencil, a slip of paper, and an envelope are placed on the table. The performer discusses spiritualism and the art of contacting the dead. A page is randomly selected, and the first word on it is noted. The envelope, initially empty, is sealed with the pencil inside. As the room falls silent, the envelope suddenly jumps. When opened, the torn page from the book is revealed, with the chilling message: “I AM HERE.”
Key Features
- No Sleight of Hand: The effect relies on clever methodology, not manual dexterity.
- No Switches: Everything is straightforward and transparent.
- Versatile Performance: Perfect for both close-up and stage settings.
- Giveaway Keepsake: The book can be gifted to a spectator as a memento.
- Quick Setup: Preparation takes less than one minute.
- Easy to Perform: Designed for magicians of all skill levels.
- Alternate Handlings: Includes two additional methods for added flexibility.
Why Choose ‘Contact’?
If you’re looking to add a spine-tingling, audience-engaging routine to your repertoire, Contact is the perfect choice. Its seamless execution and eerie presentation make it a standout piece for any performance. Plus, it’s a great complement to David’s other works, like the acclaimed eBook Haunted.
Published in 2014, this 15-page guide is a must-have for magicians who love to blend mystery and magic. Please Note: This item is a digital download, and the gimmick is not included.
Contact by David Devlin
Book tests are a staple in the repertoires of mentalists and are very effective in a performance of mentalism (see David’s Bookworm Act). However, for magicians the effect can be rather lack luster as nothing visual happens. There is very little or even no “magic” when it comes to a standard book test.
David Devlin’s Contact is not a book test in the traditional sense. It is a book test designed for the magician. It is a book test of sorts with a séance themed presentation. It is through the book itself that the performer will make contact with the “spirits”. The presentation is rather spooky; however your presentation does not need to be bizarre or as part of a séance. It can be performed as straight magic. It can be done close up or on stage. And best of all, the book can be given away to a spectator as a keepsake! The secret will never be found. It might be seen, but it will not be found.
Here is the effect:
On the table are a book, a small pencil, a slip of paper, and an envelope. The performer talks about spiritualism and contacting the dead. The envelope is shown to be totally empty. It is explained that it is necessary to give the spirits a point of reference, something to use in order to manifest their presence. In this case, a word will be used. The book is picked up, and a page is selected at random. The page number and the first word on the page are noted. The book is closed and handed to a spectator.
It is now explained that the spirits will only present themselves in the dark. The envelope is shown to be totally empty. The spectator places the pencil in it. It is then sealed and set on the table.
A silent moment passes. Suddenly, the envelope literally jumps! The performer picks up the envelope, tears it open, and looks inside. “Oh, my God.” he says. Something has happened. The spectator is instructed to open the book to the selected page. He does so, but finds that half of the page has been torn out! The envelope is turned over and its contents fall out. First the pencil, and then the torn page. The spectator picks up the page, and not only does it match the torn page in the book, but scrawled on it in pencil are the words, “I AM HERE”!
-No sleight of hand
-No switches
-Can be performed close up or on stage
-The book can be given away
-The preparation of the book takes about one minute or less
-The book is not taken apart and reassembled to prepare it.
-Easy to do
-Two alternate handlings are given
Also, if spooky magic is your thing, check out David’s eBook Haunted.
1st edition 2014, 15 pages.
PLEASE NOTE: This item is a digital download ,Gimmick not included
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Jaxon Walsh (verified owner) –
A magician’s dream.
Ian Welch (verified owner) –
I get asked to repeat this one.
Jonathan Norris (verified owner) –
Better than expected.