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S-Branham Elite user Folsom, CA 456 Posts |
Marc DeSouza LIVE: Sunday Oct 12th @7:00pm Eastern. (Penguin LIVE)
http://www.penguinmagic.com/p/4606 The Creation, Development, and Structure of Impossibilities. Plus, the Keys to a Successful Competition Act.SUPPORT LIVE MAGIC. “Marc DeSouza and I have known each other for quite some time. I’ve seen him perform for magicians and lay audiences dozens of times. He always scores big and makes audiences scratch their heads with wonder, before erupting in applause. Here’s why; Marc studies his audiences and listens to their reactions. He knows how they think, what they want and what they respond to. Anyone lucky enough to hear him lecture about his vast experience is going to be ahead of the guy that didn’t. He’s first rate in every way- and you can take that to the bank.” - Ben Robinson, Noted performer and Author “There are a few conjurers who have seen and learned so much over the years, that I am always interested and edified by their opinion. Marc is one such magician.” - Levent “I have known many magicians who have some understanding of magic history. I’ve known many magicians who are excellent performers. I’ve known many magicians who have the ability to teach magic properly. My friend, Marc DeSouza, is one of only a handful of people I know who not only can do all of these things (and do them exceedingly well!), but who is passionate about them all, and more than willing to share his passion. He also happens to be a heck of a nice guy.” - David Oliver “Marc DeSouza’s performance style and deceptive concepts are fully layered in both skill and artistry. His lecture appeals to performers and connoisseurs of our art. He is a truly seasoned teacher.” - Joseph Curcillo, Performer and Author, Winner of the 2014 Milbourne Christopher Foundation Award for Mentalism What will he teach? Marc will teach stand-up magic for both stage and club-style performances. The material is suitable for organizational and corporate work as well as, for the most part, family entertainment. Throughout the presentation, the focus will be on the creation and development of material, the structure of both the individual routines and the act, scripting and sources for more information. There will be a number of stories and pieces of advice garnered from over 50 years of experience in magic and his association with some of the finest magicians of our time. The evening will begin with the performance of a complete act, as though he were performing for a lay audience. The majority of the material is right out of his primary working repertoire and includes solo routines, audience participation pieces and mentalism. He’ll show how the Bill In Lemon serves as a piece that follows through the entire show with a series of call-backs. There is a “running bit” involving the Magic Square that goes through a third of the show and builds the impossibility of the effect. There are classic magic routines that have been brought up to date, such Al Baker’s Card In Chewing Gum. The twist in this version is that it is done with a card merely thought of. There is a wonderful Cards Up The Sleeve with a number of interesting nuances and a very commercial finish. There is a version of the legendary Bullet Catch done with an air pistol and steel darts that is dramatic, yet safe and easy to travel with. There are also alternate routines that will be demonstrated and taught such as the Rosini Thimbles, Linking Finger Rings, Bills Across and more. As if this were not enough, Marc will also discuss the subject of magic competitions from both the competitor and judge’s perspective. He will talk about the keys to a successful competition act. He will also demonstrate and teach a number of manipulative routines, some from his very successful competition act and some never seen by magicians. These include the Ball and Cone, Salt Pour, Ball and Rose Manipulation and Zombie. Who is he? Marc DeSouza is a Philadelphia native with an International reputation in the Magic Community. As a performer, inventor, author, lecturer and motivational speaker, his talents have been displayed at gatherings throughout Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. In over fifty years of performing, his unique style has garnered him an impressive array of over 50 regional, national and international awards. Marc is the only two-time winner of the Society of American Magicians National Stage Magic Competition, in 1978 and again in 1989. In 1995, Marc became the first magician in that organization’s history to win the prestigious Silver Medal in both the Stage and Close-Up categories. In 1993, he became the first magician in the history of the International Brotherhood of Magicians to place in both the Stage Magic and Close-Up Magic International Competitions in the same year. He is a three time IBM Gold Medal Finalist. In July of 1996, Marc made magical history again by winning both the SAM and IBM Close-Up Competitions, and a third Silver Medal from the SAM. As National Champion, Marc represented the S.A.M. at the F.I.S.M. competition held in 1997 in Dresden, Germany. This competition is held every three years and is considered to be the Olympics of Magic. This marketed his third FISM competition appearance. In 1996, Harper Collins engaged Marc to script, perform and teach all of the magic on their CD-ROM entitled MAGIC: An Insider’s View. This disk featured television star Harry Anderson introducing the various segments. He has also released four instructional videos for Magicians detailing his original work, as well as a book, DeSouza’s Deceptions, written by David Acer and published by Camirand Academy of Magic. In 2009, L&L Publications released a four DVD compilation of Marc’s creations and routines entitled Masterworks of Conjuring. This package represents over 30 years of work and the focus of this set is on presentations of magic ranging from close-up and parlor magic to magic for cabaret and stage performances. Marc has served as magical consultant for Marc Salem’s Mind Games, the highly successful Off-Broadway show and Enchantment Theatre Company’s national tours of Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella. As principal/owner of Merlin Marketing Group, Marc has combined his education and work experience in the field of marketing using magic to present products and messages in corporate and organizational settings. For business and sales meetings, Marc’s presentations focus on presenting the Unique Selling Points and corporate messaging of his clients to increase awareness in the market place and exceed business goals. Marc’s motivational presentation, Impossibilities, focuses on overcoming problems through unique solutions to achieve incredible goals. His basic premise is once you can achieve the impossible, you can achieve anything.....and he does just that! This presentation can be customized for virtually any corporate or business group or organization. Marc's talents have been in demand throughout the Mid-Atlantic area for performances at private parties, corporate events and gala affairs. He specializes in creating moments of impossibility right in front of your eyes… sometimes, right in your own hands. Philadelphia Magazine named Marc DeSouza the Best of Philly Magician in 1990, and has not so honored another since then. In February, 2001, Marc was one of twenty magicians chosen nationwide to perform as part of the Presidential Inaugural activities. His magic amazed and amused both Cabinet Members and visiting dignitaries. You too will be entranced by this unusual performer who blends humor, skill and mystery into MAGIC! |
Szymon Krzysztoszek New user Warsaw, Poland 78 Posts |
Do you think this is worth to buy AAC subscribe to get lives from penguin? I have never bought any but I heard that is nearly always good stuff.
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Tony Iacoviello Eternal Order 13151 Posts |
I'm really looking forward to this.
it looks great! I have not seen Marc lecture is a long time, and then it was mostly cloeup. Of special interest for me are the finger rings, salt pour, ball and cone, and thimbles material. Tony |
Steven Conner Inner circle 2720 Posts |
Any comments or reviews about how this lecture went.
"The New York Papers," Mark Twain once said,"have long known that no large question is ever really settled until I have been consulted; it is the way they feel about it, and they show it by always sending to me when they get uneasy. "
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Marc DeSouza V.I.P. Wayne, PA 161 Posts |
Well, I thought it went pretty well IT was over four and a half hours of stand-up magic that I really use for real paying audiences. It wasn't all tricks either, but the information on why I choose certain effects and how to structure a show, plus discussion of scripting, creating presentations, creating and establishing character, etc. All in all, IMHO, it is an absolute bargain and worth watching for anyone who is currently doing stand-up magic, as well as for anyone considering putting together a stand-up act.
Marc DeSouza |
puggo Inner circle 2022 Posts |
In all honesty, as I watched the first hour or two (the main show plus explanations), I wasn't that impressed (sorry Mark). Some of the items covered were either not to my taste or I had more detailed work on the effect already (e.g. Randall's BIL)...
But then I kept watching (although not in one sitting) and I saw some fantastic effects, advice and bits of business. Mark's 'bills across' for example.. the almost impromptu Newspaper tear etc. By the end of the very long lecture, I felt I owed Mr DeSouza a very big thank you for providing so much, which covered close up, stage, and more.. In summary, this gets my whole hearted recommendation. A real A list lecture in my opinion. PS - the usual 'tip of the hat' to Mr Harlan for his work as host. Charlie |
korttihai_82 Inner circle Finland 1880 Posts |
One of the better Penguin lectures especially for real working magicians. No BS magicians magic but true tested routines for stand up, stage and parlor situations. Most pro's might be familiar with lot of the material but one can always learn when working performer shares his thoughts on material he decides to use for paying audiences.
J-M |
smullins Special user United States 678 Posts |
I thought the whole lecture was amazing. Marc really brought his A game but the big value is that you get to see his show which is 40ish minutes. How many performers are willing to perform their working set they get paid with AND teach the whole thing? I wouldn't say many.
If you are new to magic and you want to perform stand-up this might be an EXCELLENT value because you get a full, uncut performance of a professional stand-up show. Loved it. |
Calvin826 Special user 536 Posts |
I agree 100% with the other positive reviews; Marc is a gifted performer, original thinker, and one of the best teachers out there. I've seen Marc lecture and perform several times over the years, and always find great value in his offerings.
A great example would be his approach to the egg bag. I know that many in our community consider this a classic- but frankly, in most performers hands it's trite, tedious and insulting. not so wth Marc's routine- even if you know how it's done(as most of us do), you will still be wildly entertained- it's just that good. Seriously- forget about the latest gimmicks, one trick wonders and repackaged routines. This lecture is the real deal, worth many times the asking price. |
Slackerking Special user 613 Posts |
Does anyone know where you can buy the GAT air soft gun here in the US? They seem really hard to find, or is there a more common alternative that works the same way? I don't think its possible to buy from the UK and ship here.
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SilverMagician New user 51 Posts |
I honestly think this is one of the best lectures with most working material that I've seen. I use three of his routines in my shows... magicians know we're lucky if we find ONE worker in a lecture.
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Humester New user 67 Posts |
Also interested in getting my hands on a gat gun like Marc uses. Any ideas?
Humester
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motown Inner circle Atlanta by way of Detroit 6127 Posts |
Is Mark's Snowflake on this Lecture? It's an effect using a cigarette paper.
"If you ever write anything about me after I'm gone, I will come back and haunt you."
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e-man Special user HILTON HEAD,SC 880 Posts |
I have known Mark for decades ,He is a Awesome Magician,and a Wonderful Human.
我被烹调
ERIC HELVENSTON |
motown Inner circle Atlanta by way of Detroit 6127 Posts |
I got my answer for this from Marc.
"If you ever write anything about me after I'm gone, I will come back and haunt you."
– Karl Germain |
Steven Conner Inner circle 2720 Posts |
Is his Die of Destiny in this lecture.
"The New York Papers," Mark Twain once said,"have long known that no large question is ever really settled until I have been consulted; it is the way they feel about it, and they show it by always sending to me when they get uneasy. "
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Steven Conner Inner circle 2720 Posts |
Is Die of Destiny in print or on video.
Best Steve
"The New York Papers," Mark Twain once said,"have long known that no large question is ever really settled until I have been consulted; it is the way they feel about it, and they show it by always sending to me when they get uneasy. "
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