“The more I delve into card magic and mentalism, the more I admire John Bannon. His concise and impactful style of creation and performance is truly inspiring. His routines are not only powerful but also enjoyable to execute.” – Jeff McBride, Las Vegas Headliner

“John Bannon is celebrated for his sophisticated card techniques and exceptional comprehensive magic collections. A true master at streamlining moves for maximum effect, he has crafted some of the modern classics in card magic.” – Jared Kopf, MAGIC Magazine

“Slick. Cool. Outstanding on every level. Beyond the high quality of the effects lies John’s brilliant conceptualization.” – John Guastaferro

“As I age, my capacity to dazzle an audience with sheer sleight of hand diminishes slightly each day; the thought of that inevitable moment when my decline becomes obvious is quite disheartening. Yet, I find solace in Bannon’s work, knowing that his material will not only keep my skills relevant but may even enhance my performance! Eventually, everyone embraces Bannon.” – Jack Carpenter

What Will He Teach?

John Bannon presents a remarkable, nearly self-working professional card act that is both easy to perform and astonishing to witness. This act transitions from a borrowed shuffled deck to a stunning production of four aces and a royal flush, accessible to nearly any card handler with just a few essential sleights.

• Line of Sight
• Directed Verdict
• Twisting the Aces
• Secrets & Mysteries of the 4 Aces

Who Is He?

With over forty years of experience with playing cards, John Bannon has honed his craft and possesses a wealth of knowledge. Despite his international acclaim, his live appearances are rare, making this special lecture a unique opportunity.

John’s groundbreaking books, Impossibilia (1990) and Smoke & Mirrors (1992), were major successes. His packet trick, Twisted Sisters (1993), remains one of the best-selling tricks ever. He has lectured extensively across the United States, Europe, and Japan, establishing a truly global reputation.

In collaboration with Big Blind Media, John released Bullets After Dark in 2009 and Bullet Party in 2011, both showcasing his card magic. In 2014, he launched the best-selling collection Fractalicious and the innovative Sizzle. Recently, he completed the extensive four-volume project Move Zero, focusing on his self-working card magic.

In 2017, he initiated his cutting-edge bi-monthly column, “Dealing With It,” in Genii Magazine.

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