The Thirteen Golden Rules of Magic

While art knows no boundaries, mastering a craft often requires adherence to specific guidelines. Drawing inspiration from Henri Decremps, who outlined thirteen “principles of magic” in his influential 1786 work, Testament de Jérome Sharp, I have revisited this wisdom through the lens of my decades of experience as a professional performer. Here are thirteen essential insights designed to guide aspiring magicians toward success.

Once you achieve mastery in magic, feel free to bend these rules. Until then, embrace the power of thirteen as a fortuitous number on your journey.