Penguin Live Online Lecture – Tom Dobrowolski

Discover an exciting array of engaging and visual card, coin, and close-up magic that you’ll love to showcase!

“He enjoys magic, appreciates quality performances, and loves sharing his passion.” – Jeremiah Zuo

“The Contest” by Tom and Ed Oschmann is simply the best party trick ever. Their handling of the classic “Poker Players’ Picnic” is unmatched. What an incredible effect!” – John Bannon

“Your notes are truly inspiring.” – Ross Johnson

“I used Tom’s Oil and Water routine as a finale this week, and it was stunning. The flexibility in how you can incorporate it with other effects is fantastic. This routine is a must-have.” – Mike Vincent

“Tom’s version of the poker deal, ‘Big Four Poker,’ is a brilliantly crafted routine.” – David Parr

“If you enjoy Wild Card and often perform in walk-around settings, this routine is perfect. It’s highly visual, seamless, and free of awkward moves. I’ve added it to my performance repertoire.” – Allan Ackerman

What Will He Teach?

The Contest: Poker Players Picnic REDUX by Ed Oschmann/Tom Dobrowolski

Hana Ho Card by Curtis Kam – With influences from Michael Weber and Curtis Kam, Tom has refined this trick into a true masterpiece. “Hana Ho” translates to “Do it Again!” in Hawaiian, and this effect provides a delightful encore using a signed card, making it extra special for the recipient.

Naked Deck Opener/Wait? What?? by Trent Ketchmark/Tom Dobrowolski – An ideal opener for card or close-up performances. A blank deck instantly reveals faces and backs. It’s fun, straightforward, and includes a variation where a card is selected, the deck turns blank, and then the faces and backs reappear, culminating in revealing the chosen card!

Neither Short-Sighted nor Mad by John Carey – A fantastic interpretation of Tamariz’s classic “Neither Blind nor Silly.” This routine, like much of John’s exceptional work, is incredibly enjoyable to perform!

Away We Go by Tom Dobrowolski – A straightforward and effective handling for a “cards across” routine.

Jim Ryan’s Last Trick by Tom Dobrowolski/Jim Ryan – A brilliant opener based on two of Jim Ryan’s classics, The Portal, from Tom’s first lecture.

Increasing the Odds by Patrick Flanagan – A simple yet powerful demonstration of “cheating at cards” that can lead into another routine or stand alone as an effect.

Misdirection: The Way of The Monkey by David Kuraya – This unique and captivating effect was so intriguing that I had to include it in the notes!

Something Borrowed, Something New by Jack Carpenter – Experience astonishing visual magic with minimal effort.