Studio52 brings you an exclusive encounter between renowned magicians Guy Hollingworth and Ben Earl. This behind-the-scenes experience showcases their unique approaches to magic as they lecture, perform, and engage in creative discussions that go beyond traditional teaching methods. Witness a rare and genuine interaction between two world-class magicians as they delve into their passion.

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Guy Hollingworth Lecture (73 minutes) – In this special lecture, Guy explores one of his favorite effects, ‘The Penetration of Cards through a Jacket,’ providing unprecedented insights. He uses this framework to discuss various techniques, including Lateral Palm, Bottom Palm, Holding Out, naturalness, angles, and a remarkable Ace Production, among others. This lecture is packed with invaluable insights!

Interactive Q&A (42 minutes) – Guy answers questions from the live audience, elaborating on the themes and techniques presented in his lecture. Ben joins him to moderate and enrich the discussion with additional insights.

Interview (72 minutes) – Ben interviews Guy about his journey in magic, revealing intriguing aspects of his life, including his connections to boxing, explosions, car chases, and his ‘veneer of respectability.’ Discover the parallels between Guy and Ben’s magical philosophies, enjoy a humorous coin magic challenge, and uncover the identity of the enigmatic Cholmondeley!

The Voodoo Session (36 minutes) – Ben performs and explains his favorite effect from Guy, ‘The Voodoo Card Trick.’ This session dives into a captivating ‘hidden’ card effect that you’ll be eager to showcase. Together, Ben and Guy explore every detail of this routine, unveiling new subtleties and techniques that elevate this effect into a stunning performance.

Ben and Guy Jam Session (82 minutes) – In this spontaneous and unscripted jam session, Ben and Guy engage in a lively discussion at the card table for over 1 hour and 20 minutes. They cover topics such as false shuffles, palming, mucking, switches, and false deals, sharing effects, techniques, and insights in a genuine exchange between two legends of magic.