For over four decades, Justin Higham has been recognized as one of England’s premier card magicians. A close associate and student of Ed Marlo, he has created and published over 500 effects and authored more than 15 highly acclaimed books and manuscripts on card magic.

Justin’s innovative card techniques have been studied by many dedicated magicians, including our own Andi Gladwin, who praises Justin’s exceptional skill and precision. As Dai Vernon famously remarked, “Justin is a master of creating truly original card magic moves and performing them to perfection.”

This rare opportunity to learn from Justin is invaluable, as he seldom records video content. Thanks to the Vanishing Inc. Masterclass series, you can now access two full-length lectures and engage directly with Justin by asking him your questions.

Join Justin as he guides you through a plethora of breathtaking card tricks and techniques that will leave you in awe. He will be accompanied by host Andi Gladwin, who will be learning alongside you, sharing insights and essential skills to elevate your card magic. These engaging lectures cater to all skill levels and truly embody the essence of a “masterclass.” The first lecture features 30 unique moves, making it a resource you’ll revisit frequently.

During the sessions, you’ll have a chance to submit questions, which will be compiled and addressed in a special Q&A session recorded for later viewing.

Lecture 1: April 6, 2025 (4pm ET – NYC Time)

Controls

• Full Tilt (to the bottom and second…or third, etc. from bottom)
• One Handed Svengali Peek
• Vernon Jog Control
• Step Double Undercut
• Two Finessed Double Undercuts
• Discussion on losing cards into the deck
• Mahatma Control
• Mock Pass
• Kard Kontrols 3 & 4 (Rosenthal/Kardyro)

False Shuffles

• False Hindu Shuffle
• Illusory Dovetail Shuffle
• Double Pick-Up Shuffle [Unpublished]
• Mentalists False Shuffle
• Rapid Riffle Stack and Reverse Rapid Riffle Stack

Glimpses

• Half-Pass Action Glimpse (including two-card glimpse)
• Swivel-Turnaround Glimpse
• Eddie Field’s Gall Glimpse
• Marlo Dribble Glimpse
• Thumb-Off Glimpse
• Face-Down Riffle Glimpse

Forces

• Illogical Riffle Force
• Discussion about Roger Crosthwaite
• Palm Down Illogical Riffle Force
• Illogical Revolve Cut Force
• Illogical Revolve Ace Cutting
• Illogical Dribble Force
• Illogical Dribble Force (Face-up variation)
• Illogical Dribble Force – Mates Prediction
• Casual Palm Replacement
• Necktied Count Force

Passes

• Dribble Pass
• Slip Pass
• 360 Degree Spread Pass
• Belly Pass
• Three O’Clock Shift
• Half Midnight Shift
• Upright Swivel Pass
• Over-the-Top Pass
• The Pass That Fooled Marlo

Lecture 2: April 13, 2025 (4pm ET – NYC Time)

Pseudo Cheating Switches

• Marlo Unloading Switch
• Spread Cover Unload
• No Palm Underhand Switch
• Two-Stage Sequence Switch
• Classic Palm Variation
• Underhand Switch Grip Version
• “Appearing Deck” Packet Switch
• Appearing Hand
• Appearing Prediction
• Reverse Penetrating Hand Switch

Multiple Card Controls

• Impressionistic Ace Controls (Shifts and Cuts)
• Face Culling

Spectator Shuffle Effects

• Double Pseudo Memorisation
• Shuffled Three Location

Glimpse Effects

• Reading the Papers
• Relay Revelation
• Illogical Stab Force

Forcing Effects

• Multiple Forcing Sequence
• Illogical Everywhere and Nowhere
• Unimpaired Prefiguration (including a discussion on improvisation)
• Impromptu Royal Flush

Pass Effects

• Sherlock Holmes Skills
• Air Pocket Cut and Moving Finger Force
• Shuffled ACAAN

Q&A: April 27, 2025 (4pm ET – NYC Time)