Magic Theory

Magic theory and thinking — why tricks fool people, how audiences really experience magic, and the ideas that make effects impossible.

Do you ever think about when and why to perform a colour change? Learn the principles to upgrade any technique.

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Learn the crucial secrets behind every choice of forcing technique and how to avoid the most common mistakes.

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Gaia explains the "Graduated Participation" technique and the psychology behind its ability to improve spectator reactions.

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This tool is one that top mentalists and mind readers rely on to enhance the way they reveal spectators' thoughts and choices. It's worth learning.

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This is a technique you may already use without realising it, but you'll certainly want to consider adding it to the effects you perform already.

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The same presentational technique works with mystery objects and object-to-impossible-location effects. Start using it today.

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