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SYNTHESIS AND SECRETS: A MAGIC BOOK IN FOUR ACTS BY MICHAEL KRAS
michael kras
Michael Kras is one of the most fascinating magicians and theater artists in Canada.
Synthesis & secrets is his first book, which presents 20 close-up effects abundantly illustrated by Sara Froese, as well as 9 short tests on the synthesis of magic and theater.
Towers and techniques are a perfect representation of Michael's creative style: striking, refined and economical, practical and not terribly difficult manipulation towers.
The first section is a complete treaty on its famous change of kras: an intelligent and versatile movement which allows a striking visual change or a subtle change of a playing card. Used by magicians around the world, this practical movement and its applications - including transpositions, inversions and transformations - have never been addressed so detailed.
The second section - a debt towards Paul Harris - presents equipment inspired by an icon of the creative magic of Close -up. The visual effects of cards and parts serve as reflected variations from Harris classics or are simply inspired by his thought off the beaten track.
Then come the assortments: other effects of cards and parts which offer variants or inventive approaches of classics such as sandwich, light and heavy piece effect and asymmetrical transposition.
Finally, there are tests: brief texts that establish reflected parallels between the worlds of magic and theater. Highlight, director and acclaimed interpreter, Michael explains how theatrical techniques and training can strengthen your magic. He also gives us his reflections on the design and realization of magic effects for theatrical productions, inspired by his varied career as designer of magic, which has notably led him to be part of the illustration and magic team Harry Potter worldwide film and the cursed child.
Lovers of practical and visual close-up magic and performance theory will not want to miss this limited volume which will be of the most beautiful effect on your shelf!
