Mark Leveridge LIVE (Penguin LIVE)

Discover five essential elements of close-up magic that you won’t want to overlook!

“Mark Leveridge is incredibly inventive and draws from years of experience to deliver what truly works. As a working magician, author, creator, dealer, and publisher, this is a lecture you can’t afford to miss!” – John Bannon

“The reason I consistently purchase from Mark Leveridge Magic is simple: EVERYTHING he offers genuinely WORKS! Highly recommended.” – Paul Daniels

“It’s rare to find a creator whose performances shine as brightly as his creations. My friend Mark Leveridge is one such magician.” – Dan Garrett

“I’ve always admired Mark’s magic and innovative thinking. Some of my strongest routines in professional close-up were inspired by his books. He is exceptional.” – Andy Nyman

What Will He Teach?

“The Five Aspects Of Close Up” – Mark will explore five key scenarios where close-up magic thrives:

• Walkabout – Engaging with standing audience members.
• Table Hopping – Performing at large dinner functions.
• Restaurant – Entertaining at small tables in dining establishments.
• Formal Close-Up Show – Presenting a set piece on a close-up pad.
• Trade Show – Utilizing close-up magic to promote businesses.

For each scenario, Mark will demonstrate and explain at least three effective effects, including:

• The Reds And The Blacks – A clever blend of the Submarine Card and Oil And Water.
• Reality Check – A stunning coin routine perfect for walkabout performances.
• Assembly Point – An innovative coin matrix with a unique twist.
• Parade Of The Kings Remixed – A smooth and convincing take on the classic card prediction effect.
• Mindreading Teddy – A memorable routine using a random object.
• Co-inci-mental – A fast-paced, commercial color-changing deck routine.

Who Is He?

Mark is a dedicated professional magician, dealer, and author with extensive performance experience. He has showcased close-up magic across numerous venues in Britain, including business functions and private events, as well as performing in restaurants and hotels for organizations like Trust House Forte and Leisure Inns.

Mark has lectured at nearly every magic society in the UK and has been featured at major conventions, including the IBM, Blackpool, and Macmillan London Conventions. Internationally, he has entertained and lectured in various European countries, Australia, Singapore, and the United States, making appearances at renowned conventions and venues in cities like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

In the magic community, Mark is recognized as an author, inventor, and lecturer specializing in close-up, children’s, and mental magic. His creations, available through Mark Leveridge Magic, are utilized by magicians worldwide. He has won multiple awards for close-up magic, including the esteemed Zina Bennett Trophy in 1981, and is a proud member of several magic societies, including the International Brotherhood of Magicians and the Magic Circle in London, where he holds the title of Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star.