The Circus Card Trick by Jared Kopf

Whether you’re a novice or an experienced magician, the Circus Card Trick tutorial is an excellent foundation for delivering impactful magic.

In this insightful guide by renowned close-up magician Jared Kopf, you’ll discover the essential techniques and mechanics needed to perform this trick, along with several unique principles and presentation ideas.

Featured in both “Expert Card Technique” and “The Royal Road to Card Magic” by Hugard and Braué, the Circus Card Trick is described as “an ancient snare used by circus grifters against the gullible and the greedy.”

While many beginner tricks fade from memory as we tackle more complex methods, the classics endure. The Circus Card Trick, possibly your first magic lesson, remains a powerful and cherished performance piece.