Cara Hamilton – Storytelling for Magicians

This PDF offers a deep dive into the art of storytelling, guiding magicians on how to transform a simple trick into a captivating theatrical experience. It covers essential elements such as setting, tone, narrative crafting, inspiration, and effective verbal presentation techniques. Additionally, it features essays from professional storytellers, providing insights into their craft. This resource is ideal for those looking to elevate their magic beyond mere tricks.

Key chapters include:

• Isn’t storytelling just for children?
• Storytelling is a 5 pointed star
• Finding a tale
• Scripting your tale
• Words from Jumana Moon
• Delivery
• Additional Tips
• The Storyteller’s experience by Vanessa Woolf
• Creating a tale
• The Old Witch that lives among the stars
• Conclusion

Review by Brian Watson, Magical author and creator

“Storytelling for Magicians” is a must-have for any serious magic student. It helps transform magic from simple tricks into theatrical performances. Cara not only covers the basics of scriptwriting and storytelling but also provides real examples of her creative process. Highly recommended!

1st edition 2018, 34 pages.