Alvo Stockman's Coffee Shop Magic

Bro Gilbert Interview

I recently did an interview with True Astonishment producer Bro Gilbert (Mind Freak) about his experiences working on such a monumental project and on working with Paul Harris.

Does continuing to perform build or take away?

This is a tough question!  I'm not just asking whether your magic gets stronger as your continue.  I'm questioning the very notion of doing more than a single trick.

Even if your magic "builds" in the traditional sense of the word, I'd like you to reconsider whether it actually "builds" the sense of wonder.  When you fool someone with your first trick, there's a sense of "what the HELL?" that is priceless and completely unexpected (if you approach it right!).  You're not doing a "show" for them, it's not an "act", it's just a pure sense of wonder.

THE MOMENT you follow your trick up with a second, you're instantly transformed into an "entertainer".  You're performing tricks for their own sake.

Post a comment below, I'd love for this to be a discussion.

Temecula California Lecture

March 12th: Temecula California at The Trick Shop in Old Town.

I will be giving a lecture at 7:00pm, so please come down if you can!  The Trick Shop is a great shop, and if you haven't been yet you'll be super impressed.

Book Test Buddy back online!

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Book Test Buddy Servers Going Back Online at 2pm Today

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Book Test Buddy Servers Being Upgraded

Sorry for any inconvenience, but the BTB servers will be getting a shiny new upgrade over the course of the next 24 hours.  All will be back up and running soon and I'll post any updates as they come along.

I'll also be posting an exciting announcement soon about the future of Book Test Buddy!