Reimagining a Classic with Ben Earl

'The Expert at the Card Table' by S.W. Erdnase is a cornerstone of magic, a text of enduring mystery and, at times, baffling complexity. Master magician Ben Earl, in collaboration with Studio 52, delves into this enigmatic classic with 'Mr Andrews,' not to decipher its every riddle, but to extract its essence and forge seven truly original, powerful effects and a wealth of technical wizardry. This isn't just a tribute; it's a revolutionary reinterpretation, offering practical, high-impact routines inspired by one of magic's most iconic, yet often impenetrable, works.

Session 1: Digital Dexterity & Audacious Magic

Dive into the first 60-minute session, a masterclass in impressive skill and audacious sleight of hand. Ben Earl guides you through routines like 'The Push,' a mucking demonstration so impossibly clean it blurs the line between skill and pure magic. Discover 'The Inner Circle,' an extraordinarily direct and deceptive approach to the legendary Exclusive Coterie. Witness 'The Real Deal,' a false dealing exhibition showcasing superhuman dexterity, culminating in a jaw-dropping surprise ending that no one will foresee. Finally, explore 'Excessive Vanity,' a series of complex visual acrobatics leading to a shocking, unexplainable transformation of a selected card, demonstrating misdirection at its absolute finest. These are not merely tricks; they are meticulously crafted performances designed to astound.

Session 2: Mastering Subtle Mindreading

The second 60-minute session shifts gears, immersing you in the art of direct thought reading and psychological mischief. With 'Transformed Thought,' you'll learn a seamless, visual transformation of a mental selection, unfolding in captivating slow-motion right at the fingertips. Experience 'Delayed Intuition,' where a spectator mysteriously locates their own mentally chosen card under conditions so baffling they defy explanation. Conclude with 'Machiavelli,' a truly remarkable routine where a spectator makes a genuinely free mental selection – one entirely unknown to the performer – yet it is located with absolute certainty and precision. Ben Earl reveals the subtle nuances and psychological ploys that elevate these effects from mere tricks to genuine moments of apparent mind-reading.

Why Choose Mr Andrews?

'Mr Andrews by Ben Earl & Studio 52' is an instant download offering unprecedented access to cutting-edge card magic and mentalism. Whether you're a seasoned performer seeking fresh, high-impact material or an enthusiast eager to deepen your understanding of expert-level technique and psychology, this package delivers. You'll gain practical, performable routines, develop advanced dexterity, and master the art of misdirection and subtle influence, all within a framework inspired by magic's most legendary text. Elevate your card magic and mindreading performances with Ben Earl's unique insights and unparalleled skill.

Original Specs

Mr Andrews by Ben Earl & Studio 52 ( Instant Download )

one evening. seven unpublished effects.

The Expert at the Card Table by S.W. Erdnase is a groundbreaking masterpiece, a fascinating mystery, a legend in magic literature…and total nonsense. A singularly unique literary contradiction.

Join us for an unforgettable online event as Ben Earl shares powerful magic and mindreading with pasteboards. You will learn seven brand new effects and an array of technical wizardry—all inspired by this truly bonkers book.

Session 1
Digital dexterity

60 minutes of impressive skill and audacious magic.

The Push: A mucking demonstration that looks so impossible it seems like magic.
The Inner Circle: An extraordinarily direct approach to The Exclusive Coterie.
The Real Deal : A False Dealing demonstration of superhuman skill with a surprise ending that nobody sees coming.
Excessive Vanity: A series of complex visual acrobatics that leads to a shocking transformation of a selected card—misdirection at its finest.

session 2
Subtle Mindreading

60 minutes of direct thought reading and psychological mischief.

Transformed Thought: A seamless, visual transformation of a mental selection that takes place in slow-motion at the fingertips.
Delayed Intuition: A spectator finds their own mental selection under baffling conditions.
Machiavelli: A spectator makes a genuinely free mental selection (which cannot be known by the performer), and yet it is located directly and with certainty.

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Mr Andrews by Ben Earl & Studio 52 (Instant Download)