[Ebook] For Your Consideration by Brian Miller

Prepare to be amazed! “For Your Consideration” by Brian Miller unveils the secrets of magic & performance. Learn from an award-winning magician (just like me!). Get your copy now!

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For Your Consideration by Brian Miller

“A splendid lecture which delves into the psychology of tricks and the thought behind them.” —Central Connecticut Magicians’ Association

“Brian elevates our art to a very high standard.” —Ken Maynard, S.A.M. Assembly 16

“Very creative and informative.” —C. Parker Swan III, Magic Historian

The unexamined routine is not worth performing.

Brian Miller, a celebrated performer, has captivated audiences across colleges, high schools, comedy clubs, and theaters with his unique blend of stand-up comedy and magic. His performances have garnered consistent critical acclaim. Currently, Brian holds the prestigious position of house magician at the largest casino in North America, all while maintaining a packed performing schedule.

Beyond the stage, Brian is a two-time nationally award-winning amateur philosopher, making history as only the second student to win the SUCO Undergraduate Philosophy Conference’s coveted President’s Award twice consecutively for his groundbreaking work in metaphysics—the study of reality itself.

In For Your Consideration, Brian presents companion lecture notes to his brand-new lecture. These notes are meticulously crafted to stand alone, ensuring that readers gain full insight even without attending the live lecture. The manuscript explores a wide array of topics stemming from Brian’s rich background in live entertainment and magic, including:

• Magic as intimate, interactive theater
• Measuring success as a performer
• Tailoring performances for your clients, not just your audience
• The nuances of direction versus misdirection
• The evolution of magic from past to present
• The art of exposing a gimmick
• The interplay between memory and doubt

Dive deep into Brian’s working repertoire with detailed explanations of four complete effects, including every line of patter, moment of direction, choreography, and the motivation behind every move. Additionally, master a variety of sleights with step-by-step instructions.

1st edition 2011; 52 pages.
Word count: 15635 (equivalent to 62 standard pages of text)