Brushing Roulette by Matt Mello

Overview: This captivating routine features four colorful toothbrushes: red, blue, green, and yellow. The participant selects a color and brushes their teeth while the performer is turned away, ensuring the choice remains hidden from the audience.

Once the participant is finished, the toothbrushes are collected and covered. The performer then turns back around to begin the magic. With just a few questions, the performer picks up the yellow toothbrush and pretends to brush his teeth, while the spectator confirms it wasn’t their choice. After another question, the green toothbrush is brought into play.

As the routine progresses, the performer narrows it down to two toothbrushes, red and blue. He asks the participant to maintain a neutral expression, even if their toothbrush is about to be revealed as a lollipop! After a moment of suspense, the performer, eyes closed, chooses the blue toothbrush and swishes it around in his mouth. The spectator then reveals they had chosen the red toothbrush, which is presented as a memorable souvenir.

This effect is ideal for stage performances but works equally well in close-up settings. It’s particularly suited for children’s shows, offering a fun alternative to traditional smash and stab routines.

• No forcing—participants have a genuine choice of toothbrush
• No peeking
• No outs
• No electronics involved
• No stooges or instant stooges
• No helpers required
• No pre-show arrangements
• No written notes or spoken cues

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