Marc DeSouza – Master Works of Conjuring

Marc DeSouza is a renowned figure in the magic community, celebrated for his accolades in prestigious competitions. He has secured three First Place titles in both stage and close-up magic from the Society of American Magicians, along with three silver medals. Additionally, Marc is a three-time gold medal finalist in stage magic at the International Brotherhood of Magicians competition, where he also claimed first place in close-up magic.

This four-volume DVD collection showcases Marc’s unique performances that have captivated audiences worldwide. These presentations are meticulously scripted and fully routined, drawn directly from Marc’s extensive repertoire. Unlike typical instructional DVDs focused on card tricks, this set offers polished magical performances that can inspire and be adapted to your own style. You’ll discover not just tricks, but the creative thought processes behind these magical masterpieces.

Whether you’re a close-up magician, parlor performer, cabaret artist, or stage illusionist, you’ll find valuable insights here. The collection features modern takes on classical magic, stunning mentalism, and engaging storytelling. Prepare to be inspired by Marc’s performances and learn the secrets behind these Master Works of Conjuring, many of which are being revealed for the first time.

Volume 1

Music and Magic: Stand-Up Magic for Cabaret and Stage

MULTIPLYING BALLS – A staple opener in Marc’s stand-up show, this routine is inspired by Alan Wakeling’s classic, enhanced with contributions from Chanin, McComb, Rooklyn, and others.

THE FULL CIRCLE ROPE ROUTINE – This innovative rope routine starts and concludes with a single rope, incorporating ideas from Sands, Daryl, Tabary, Sanders, and unpublished concepts from Tim Conover. A captivating three-minute performance filled with magic.

CARD AND BALL ROUTINE – A mesmerizing sequence of card manipulations that culminates in the transformation of cards into a ball. For the first time, Marc teaches this routine in its entirety, featuring numerous card sequences previously unseen in the U.S.

LINKING HEARTS – Taken from Marc’s award-winning act, this routine utilizes three heart-shaped rings but can easily be adapted to standard ring sets. Additionally, Marc’s Floating Ring, created in 1980, is taught here for the first time.

BILLS AND COINS – A tribute to the legendary Fred Kaps, this routine merges Marc’s interpretation of Kaps’ Diminishing Bills to Coins with an unpublished coin vanish sequence by Pierre Brahma, culminating in an intricate manipulation routine with jumbo coins, all explained in detail for the first time.

TEQUILA – A thrilling adaptation of Jerry Andrus’ Zone Zero! Knowledge of the original routine is necessary, but all of Marc’s variations are thoroughly explained. Witness a lime appear and vanish, leading to the production of a shot glass, salt shaker, and a full-sized bottle of tequila. An unforgettable opener!

BONUS: COLOR CHANGING KNIVES

Volume 2

Mentalism and Ghostly Visitations

NEWSPAPER PREDICTION – A powerful method for a classic effect. A double sheet of newspaper is torn into pieces, with audience members eliminating sections in a fair manner. They read aloud the word beneath their chosen piece, while an envelope held by another audience member is opened to reveal a digital recorder.