Magic Video - Nick Lewin's Ultimate Cards Across
Description & Effect
Unleash Unforgettable Visual Magic
Nick Lewin's Ultimate Cards Across redefines a classic of magic, transforming it into an intensely visual and unforgettable experience. For years, the traditional Cards Across effect, while powerful, often struggled with visibility, limiting its impact in larger venues. Lewin’s ingenious reinvention completely deconstructs this limitation, delivering an effect designed for maximum visual punch. Imagine the gasps as a packet of red cards visibly and impossibly melts into a blue packet held at a distance. This striking color transposition isn't just a clever move; it's a jaw-dropping moment of pure magic that ensures every audience member, whether in the front row or the back balcony, witnesses the impossible unfold. This version offers unparalleled clarity and impact, making it a standout piece in any magician's repertoire, and you can even have audience members select the cards that make the journey, adding an incredible layer of impossibility and engagement.
A Classic Reimagined for the Modern Performer
Drawing inspiration from Billy McComb's timeless method, Nick Lewin has not just tweaked but fundamentally expanded and reinvented the Cards Across for contemporary stages. This isn't just an improvement; it’s the ultimate evolution of an already great effect. Lewin’s meticulous approach ensures that the routine plays equally powerfully in an intimate living room setting or a sprawling 2,000-seat theater, truly embodying the "packs small, plays big" ethos that professional performers cherish. Whether you're a seasoned pro or an aspiring mentalist, this routine offers a unique blend of historical reverence and modern ingenuity, making it a versatile and indispensable addition to your show. It's the kind of magic that resonates deeply, leaving audiences questioning reality and marveling at your seemingly supernatural abilities.
Effortless Mastery, Maximum Impact
One of the most compelling features of Nick Lewin's Ultimate Cards Across is its deceptive simplicity. Forget the endless hours spent mastering complex sleights; this routine is designed to be performed without palming and is completely free from challenging angle problems. This means you can focus entirely on your presentation, connecting with your audience, and delivering a truly magical experience without the worry of technical mishaps. As magician Mark Price raves, "I put your version of 'Cards Across' into my show Saturday night and it played to a big response! The routine is worry free and leaves you free to entertain. Nice." Your purchase includes a comprehensive DVD that meticulously explains every nuance of the effect, providing invaluable ideas for its presentation. You'll receive all the necessary special Bicycle cards and props, allowing you to add this incredible, audience-tested effect to your show immediately.
Beyond the Trick: A Tool for Masterful Deception
This isn't merely a card trick; it's a powerful tool that has been closely guarded by top performers to convince audiences of their extraordinary abilities – from mind-reading to making astounding predictions. The inherent versatility of this gimmick means its applications are limited only by your imagination. While the provided instructions empower you to perform the core effect flawlessly, the true magic lies in how you integrate it into your unique style. Nick Lewin's Ultimate Cards Across isn't just an effect; it's an invitation to elevate your performance, captivate your audience, and solidify your reputation as a master magician.
Original Specs
The Cards Across is fine magic that has been a hit in many magicians show. However, visibility has never been its strongest point. This version has deconstructed the effect and arrived at the most visual Cards Across possible. The punch of having red cards pass into a blue packet makes this an outstanding visual piece of magic. The cards that can transfer between the two packages can even be selected by audience members in the routine if so desired. The routine plays equally well in a living room or a 2,000 seat theatre, and is the ultimate 'packs small and plays big' piece of magic. A timeless method to a classic effect from Billy McComb that has been reinvented and expanded by Lewin. No palming, no angle problems--just great magical entertainment for any aged audience.
