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Genii Magazine is the longest-running independent magazine devoted to magic and magicians. It was founded in 1936 and has continued to this day; publishing some of the most innovative routines, moves, and articles in magic.
GENII: THE CONJURORS' MAGAZINE
VOLUME 88
NUMBER 3
MARCH 2025
The Genii Speaks by Jim Steinmeyer
- Our March surprises, with commentary by our editors
Mailbox
- Some careful perceptions, some "Inattentional Blindness"
The March Almanac
- On this day, Charlie Chaplin celebrated, but Henry Clive didn't
The Eye by Vanessa Armstrong
- Mistie Knight now cooks; Zabrecky now sings
Germany's Savant of Magic by Carl Mercurio
- A review of Dennis Behr's show in Brooklyn
FEATURES
Helen Coghlan, Penn & Teller's Undefeated Opponent by Noah Levine
- Helen Coghlan plays their game with her own priorities, her own attitude, and her own experience in the world of magic.
Why We Rewrite History by Jim Steinmeyer
- It's not about politics or fashions: Our magic history changes, and sometimes our magic history can inspire with new stories.
Genii Roundtable Tips For Getting Booked by Vanessa Armstrong
- We convened an amazing meeting, and heard some common sense and uncommon insights from the country's top magic clubs.
VOICES
Evolve or Repeat, There Is No Other Choice by Alba
- Aiming straight for the audience
The Genii Questionnaire
- Lisa Menna succumbs to our revealing 20 Questions
Why Everything You Know is a Lie by Annaya George
- What are we actually talking about?
The Boundaries of Magic Are Not Real by Peter Lamont
- When we create categories, we may be limiting our creativity
IN PRACTICE
Magicana: The Elusive Coins to Glass by Richard Kaufman
- R. Paul Wilson's unconventional handling for a classical routine
Inventing Magic by Blake Vogt
- The Ring-Ceipt, a ring disappearance created with Daniel Garcia
Fan Collectors by Sara Rodriguez
- A sleight-of-hand marvel, the trick Rodríguez "would show Ray Kosby"
Dreams Come True by David Regal
- A card mystery built in front of the audience
IN PERRFORMANCE
The Magic Castle by Shawn McMaster
- The return of Ivan Amodei, a Castle favorite
Marvyn's Magic Theatre by Vanessa Armstrong
- Jeff Hobson's slice of Las Vegas in La Quinta, California
MARKETPLACE
The $100 Challenge by Jordan Meller
- We gave a young magician $100 to buy some current magic
Trick Reviews
- Liquid Spectrum, Omni Air, Cheater's Chips, The Predator Pack, The Clown's Nightmare, Aerostatic Milk Bottle
Book Reviews
- Unexpected Agenda, The Particle System, Stairway, Repertoire II, Gibecière Vol. 19, No. 2
Video Reviews
- Rick Maue, Krystyn Lambert, Sam Huang,Taylor Hughes
- Advertisers Index
WORKSHOP
The Name Game by David Kaye
- Sometimes you just can't understand your volunteer
Lying Through Your Teeth by Andrew Frost
- A guide for being a little more dishonest, when you need to be
The Joy of Dropping by Lindsay Benner
- Dropping is part of life, failure is imperative to improvement
PERSPECTIVES
The Chamber of Secrets by John Gaughan
- Robert-Houdin's legendary Light and Heavy Chest
Learn a Fourth Trick by Patrick Davis
- New material may be the solution to your problems
Sweet Dreams at the Close-Up Table by Patrick Davis
- The trick that you'll be thinking about tomorrow
Larry Wilmore... on Magic
- Insights from the popular host, writer, comedian, producer... and magician
VOLUME 88
NUMBER 2
FEBRUARY 2025
The Genii Speaks by Jim Steinmeyer
- We've made some additions and picked up a plural
Mailbox
- Congratulations, suggestions, and plans.
The February Almanac
- On this day, Horace Goldin patented a cannon.
In Memoriam, Kreskin by Mark Holstein
- Remembering America's popular mentalist
The Eye by Vanessa Armstrong
- FISM makes plans, Houdini makes a movie.
FEATURES
What We See & What We Don't by Peter Lamont
- An excerpt from Radical Thinking, our perceptions are explained in the streets of Edinburgh, with a nod to the world of magic and deception.
What Is This Magazine?
- A moment to reflect, a moment to strategize, Genii Editor at Large looks at the opportunity for a modern magic magazine.
Hugard's "Real Magician" by Dominic Twose
- A mysterious performance of card magic from 1926 demonstrates ingenious thinking and careful reporting from two legendary magicians.
IN PRACTICE
Magicana: Nous Savons by Richard Kaufman
- An officially footing card miracle from Benjamin Barnes
OG AWE Struck by Adam Elbaum
- A devious take on Think a Card
Bank Night by Roberto Mansilla
- A classic plot using three envelopes to create a powerful opener.
Inzani Bottle Production by Jerry Sadowitz
- The story and technique behind a famously gimmick free effect.
IN PERFORMANCE
The Magic Castle by Shawn McMaster
- Holiday Mystique: Redecorating for the seasons
The Magicians Agency Theatre by Vannessa Armstrong
- Scott Pepper's plans for his San Antonio theatre
MARKETPLACE
Best in Show by Jeff Prace
- Precise tools created by The Perfect Shuffle
Staff Picks by The Magic Apple
- The San Fernando Valley's local magic shop.
Trick Reviews
- Liquify, Super Drink, Appearing Glass, Three Card Monte Stand, Simon Says, and Bammo Buddha Time Machine.
Book Reviews
- The Yankee Magic Collector 21, Mentalism Incorporated Vols 1 & 2, Conjuring the Spirit World
Advertiser Index
WORKSHOP
Cartoon Physics & Magic by Dr. Matt Pritchard
- Experimenting optical illusions and techniques.
Songwriting for Magicians by Pete Mccabe
- Writing a better, clearer, and more entertaining show
Getting Down to Business by Sara Crasson
- Business decisions can define a path in magic.
PERSPECTIVES
Slightly Astonishing by Jim Hagy
- Your insights into magic may be a secret power.
Exposing Herbert Albini's Exposures by Ben Winn
- Albini wasn't beloved; he annoyed his colleagues.
Mysterious Poetry by Jason Bishop
- The illusionist's strange, misty floating sphere.
Coffee With... by Derren Brown
- A chat with the groundbreaking mentalist.
VOLUME 88
NUMBER 1
JANUARY 2025
FEATURES
Nao Murata: Traditional Deception by Dustin Stinett
Searching for David Lovering by Chloe Olewitz
The Forgotten Magicians Who Never Were by Peter Alan Ross
Sailing Away with Spellbound by Magic Castle by Julie Eng
FISM Italy 2025: An Umissable Event
COLUMNS
Genii Speaks by Richard Kaufman
- Your New Genii by Jim Steinmeyer
The Eye by Vanessa Armstrong
Chamber of Secrets Thayer's "Wonder Screen" by John Gaughan
Dealing With It "Crowd Control" by John Bannon
Artifices "The Wandering Card" by Roberto Mansilla
Expert at the Kids' Table Appreciation and Anachronism by David Kaye
Thoughts ... On the Double Lift
- Part Three: The Phases of the Double Lift by Rafael Benatar
Panmagium "Pendragon Aces" by Jonathan Pendragon
Magicana by Jamy Ian Swiss
- "Red Hot Wallet"
- Intermission
The Academy of Magical Arts in Genii
- Knights at The Magic Castle by Shawn McMaster
- Now Appearing at The Magic Castle
LIGHT FROM THE LAMP
Tricks Reviewed by David Regal
- "Reverse Logic" by Joshua Jay
- "Suzanne's Cups and Balls" by Suzanne
- "The Amazing Standing Card" by Gaëtan Bloom
- "Free Will Deluxe" by Deddy Corbuzier
- "Magic 8 Ball" by Roddy McGhie
- "Instant Transfer" by William Tyrrell
- "Heartz" by Dan Garrett
- "Triadic" by Chris Wardle and James Ward
- "Ishihara Test" by Liam Levanon
Videos Reviewed by Bill Wells
- Doug Conn Masterclass by Vanishing Inc. Magic
- Stay Frosty by Andrew Frost
Books Reviewed by Francis Menotti
- Carpenter's Conceptions-The Innovative Magic of Jack
- Carpenter by Jamie Masterson
- Lubor Fiedler's Beautiful Mirror by Franz Kaslatter
- Magic Babylon by Joe Hernandez
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In the world of magic, the secret is told when the trick is sold. Accordingly, Magic Inc. has a strict no-refund policy. Thus, once you receive an item, you have access to the secrets included, and that is not something that we can get back from you. For this reason, we do not issue refunds and we do not exchange product that is in working order. However, if the merchandise should be defective, we will gladly replace it with a non-defective version of the same trick. No exceptions.
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