Easy Illusion Projects for Magicians for under $500!
While J C Sum is known for his modern illusion designs & solutions for working professionals, he has written a book for illusionists and magicians looking for simple but effective illusions for theatrical stage shows.
This book is a fantastic introduction to the world of modern grand illusion but also contains inexpensive illusion ideas for experienced illusionists.
If you have a theatre show, cruise ship show, charity show, talent contest or magic club performance where you want to stage a large-scale effect, you will find something of value in this book.
The best part is that all the illusions in this book can be built easily and inexpensively (under $500 each) but are presentable enough for a professional show. None of the illusions are made from cardboard!
The ease of putting the illusions together will allow you to spend your time and effort on the presentation, choreography and performance of the illusions.
Besides appearances, disappearances, transformations and a unique "Sword Box," the book details J C's original Black Art Flap Table, an innovative design that allows you to achieve the same effects of a traditional BA Table but with the ability to see through under the table, before/ after the effect, without the need of openings in a backdrop or trapdoor in the stage.
For easy understanding, the book includes full building plans, material lists and performance instructions.
"Simple Showstoppers" features seven original illusion designs:
Tabled Surprise
An Appearance on a Thin Table
Octagon
The Appearance of Two Girls from Nowhere
The Sword Barrel
A Simple Unique Design for a Sword Box
Silhouette Seduction
The Sensual Appearance from a Dance Pole
Grounded Metamorphosis
An Easy Instant Exchange
Dark Dreams
A Complete Black Art Act Featuring the BA Flap Table
Backstage Cabinet
A Practical Backstage Illusion
About the Author: Based in Singapore, J C Sum is one of the top professional illusionists in Asia and is a world-class designer of original illusions and mega illusions. As an international performer, J C has staged over 3500 shows across Asia Pacific as well as in the Middle East, Europe and the US. Over the years, he has created many original mega illusions and stunts that have established him as one of the most innovative illusionists in the world. His creative stunts include reading 100 minds in 60 minutes, performing the world's first tandem upside down double strait jacket escape and teleporting & vanishing people & cars over great distances. More than 120 million people have seen J C's magic on television with appearances on over 26 programs internationally. J C is widely regarded as one of the most prolific modern illusion designers in the world. He has written numerous best-selling books on illusion designs & presentations and produced various videos on illusions for the magic community that have been sold in over 70 countries. He is also the author of the critically acclaimed "The Showbiz Master Plan" that details a blueprint to a successful live entertainment career. J C produces content and a podcast for the Backstage Business Academy, a site that explores making money with your creative passion and being happy. Besides magic, J C enjoys reading, watching movies, playing pool, cooking and customizing "Transformers" toys. For more info, visit: www.jcsum.com
