|
|
Go to page 1~2~3~4~5 [Next] | ||||||||||
Kent Wong Inner circle Edmonton, Alberta, Canada 2458 Posts |
For years now, Abbott's has sold an illusion called Bryce's Screen. From the description, it is a multiple sides screen that can produce a person when closed. It says you can actually bring spectators up to the stage and perform it surrounded. Has anyone had any experience with this product? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Kent
"Believing is Seeing"
<BR>______________________ <BR> <BR>www.kentwongmagic.com |
|||||||||
Alex Tan Loyal user Singapore 290 Posts |
I got it last month and have had great experience with it. The illusion is simple but rather effective. Personally I believe that it's a much more deceptive illusion if you have some distance from the audience. It could possibly work with spectators up on stage but I have yet to try it.
Alex
Alex Tan
www.alexthemagician.show |
|||||||||
Cashetta Regular user Rehoboth Beach, DE 128 Posts |
I used Bryce's screen for the first time a few months ago and it's really a great and easy way to produce someone you don't have a lot of time to rehearse with. I also agree that distance help a lot. I rented one from a fellow magician and then ordered plans to make my own.
Cashetta |
|||||||||
Kent Wong Inner circle Edmonton, Alberta, Canada 2458 Posts |
Alex,
I spoke to the guys at Abbott's today and they actually made mention of the Screen they recently made for you. Is your's the one where the screen's were painted black and white in kind of an oriental theme? I was wondering if you could provide me with a detailed review of this product, including comments on quality and workmanship. Are there any inherent weakensses in the effect? Thanks.
"Believing is Seeing"
<BR>______________________ <BR> <BR>www.kentwongmagic.com |
|||||||||
Alex Tan Loyal user Singapore 290 Posts |
I had wanted it to be made with an oriental theme earlier on but opted for a simple black and white stripe design. I got the illusion earlier than the date promised by Abbott's, but the air shipping did cost as much as the illusion itself. Overall, I think the illusion is well-built, easy and just as I expected. I'm pretty pleased with the illusion.
Unless you understand the workings and have an idea of how you intend to use the illusion, I would suggest you do more research. If you are only after the secret, you might get a little disappointed. The illusion is however, deceptive and effective if you put some time and thinking into it. Alex
Alex Tan
www.alexthemagician.show |
|||||||||
Bill Palmer Eternal Order Only Jonathan Townsend has more than 24312 Posts |
Bryce's Screen is a definite asset to an illusion show. It's a very simple way of producing a person, without needing a lot of rehearsal. I've had one for about a dozen years or so.
"The Swatter"
Founder of CODBAMMC My Chickasaw name is "Throws Money at Cups." www.cupsandballsmuseum.com |
|||||||||
MikeDes Inner circle Montreal 1174 Posts |
How tall is this illusion? I gather it doesn't fold for traveling does it?
Mike |
|||||||||
RJE Inner circle 1848 Posts |
Kent and Mike
If you would like to invest a few dollars before buying the illusion, the set of Osborne plans for Bryce's Screen can be bought here: http://hamiltonholtinc.site.yahoo.net/plans1.html The plans are straight forward and you could consider building this illusion yourself. It is probably one of the easiest full size stage illusions to build. Rob |
|||||||||
Bill Palmer Eternal Order Only Jonathan Townsend has more than 24312 Posts |
Mine is about seven feet tall. It folds flat, into a piece about 8 inches thick by about 18 inches wide, by about seven feet tall. If anyone is interested in purchasing it, I might be willing to part with it. I don't use it any more.
"The Swatter"
Founder of CODBAMMC My Chickasaw name is "Throws Money at Cups." www.cupsandballsmuseum.com |
|||||||||
Frank Tougas Inner circle Minneapolis, MN 1712 Posts |
I too purchased the "plans" for this illusion. I've always been facinated by the thing and would love to own one, but in reality the amount of times I'd be able to use it and the storage problems of something 7 feet long in a two bedroom apartment have to be considered.
I think one of the biggest stops for me is that Abbott's (bless their souls I love the place), is not known for their tastefully decorated props. Even the drawing is ugly and I can only imagine the coloring of the actual cloth covering.
Frank Tougas The Twin Cities Most "Kid Experienced" Children's Performer :"Creating Positive Memories...One Smile at a Time"
|
|||||||||
Kent Wong Inner circle Edmonton, Alberta, Canada 2458 Posts |
Mr. Palmer,
Could you possibly post a picture of the screen? I've never actually seen one other than the sketch provided in the Abbott's catalogue. Thanks. Kent
"Believing is Seeing"
<BR>______________________ <BR> <BR>www.kentwongmagic.com |
|||||||||
Bradacal Special user 592 Posts |
I think if you watch the JASON BYRNE demo you will see one.....I'm not sure....but it sounds similar.
If anyone knows, am I correct??? |
|||||||||
John Bundy Regular user USA 193 Posts |
Mr. Tougas:
Abbotts is very accommodating. You can have one made in any color you like. I had one made in a solid red for a Santa arrival. |
|||||||||
Bill Palmer Eternal Order Only Jonathan Townsend has more than 24312 Posts |
Quote:
On 2005-01-10 14:51, magicman845 wrote: It would be difficult. The thing is at my warehouse, which is not close by.
"The Swatter"
Founder of CODBAMMC My Chickasaw name is "Throws Money at Cups." www.cupsandballsmuseum.com |
|||||||||
Alex Tan Loyal user Singapore 290 Posts |
Zaam101 is right, Jason Bryne used a Bryce's Screen for the production of his assistant for his Origami routine.
Alex
Alex Tan
www.alexthemagician.show |
|||||||||
Kent Wong Inner circle Edmonton, Alberta, Canada 2458 Posts |
Does anyone know where can I find a video clip of the Jason Bryne demo? Thanks in advance.
Kent
"Believing is Seeing"
<BR>______________________ <BR> <BR>www.kentwongmagic.com |
|||||||||
RVH Magic Special user 877 Posts |
You find a video clip on his website :www.jasonbyrne.com (not bryne ! )
|
|||||||||
Alex Tan Loyal user Singapore 290 Posts |
Ok... byrne!!!
I apologise for not checking the spelling, didn't know it would get such a reaction. ;-) Alex
Alex Tan
www.alexthemagician.show |
|||||||||
RVH Magic Special user 877 Posts |
Hey Alex,
No problem - I just wanted to let the folks here at the Café know the correct spelling in case they wanted to look him up thru google... |
|||||||||
MikeDes Inner circle Montreal 1174 Posts |
Are you guys sure that the screens on the viseo are Bryce's Screen? I though Bryce's screen was made up of three visible panels, the one in the video gad six pannels.
Mike |
|||||||||
The Magic Cafe Forum Index » » Grand illusion » » Bryce's Screen (0 Likes) | ||||||||||
Go to page 1~2~3~4~5 [Next] |
[ Top of Page ] |
All content & postings Copyright © 2001-2024 Steve Brooks. All Rights Reserved. This page was created in 0.03 seconds requiring 5 database queries. |
The views and comments expressed on The Magic Café are not necessarily those of The Magic Café, Steve Brooks, or Steve Brooks Magic. > Privacy Statement < |