Explore the Classic “Cards Across” Effect

This comprehensive guide delves into the timeless “Cards Across” effect, showcasing various methods and presentations. From “thought of” cards to signed cards and those with distinct backs, this resource is invaluable for anyone looking to enhance their magic repertoire.

Contents

• Introduction

• Early Cards That Travel: Insights into techniques by Robert-Houdin, Devant, and Ponsin.

• Thought Of Cards Travel: Examination of Zen’s method and its variations, including Paul Curry’s take, Henry Hardin’s Kings Kards, and Jacob Daley along with Annemann’s Acme Thought Card Pass.

• Plot Variations: Insights on different narrative approaches.

• Selected Selections: Features Peter Warlock’s Cards Across, Paul Hallas’s Glass To Glass, and Meir Yedid’s Flight Fantastic.

• Incorporating Comedy: Using the plot as a comedic device, with references to routines and Terry Seabrooke’s Cards Across.

• The Red and The Blue: Discussing contrasting colored card packets, rough and smooth techniques, and Horowitz’s Duo Flight with additional suggestions.

• Envelope Techniques: Exploring the use of envelopes, including Derek Dingle’s Cards Across Licked At Last.

• Less Common Approaches: Routines with fewer cards and crossover plots.

• Advanced Sleight Techniques: Various methods for incorporating cards, featuring Prof. Hellis’s Hand To Hand palm Change and Hugard’s Radio Cards.

• Expert Insights: Techniques from Alex Elmsley, Paul Harris, and Dave Campbell, along with a detailed look at Peter Duffie’s Oversiter routine.

• Gaffed and Marketed Versions: Overview of notable marketed versions and divided cards, including Vic Taylor’s Mentalogie and Paul Hallas’s Rove No More.

• Final Thoughts: Additional insights and references.

“Probably the best manuscript I’ve ever read on Cards Across was ‘Across The Void’ by Paul Hallas. It was brilliantly written and will tell you more than you’ll ever need to know regarding the effect. Complete history, almost every method, etc.” – Steven Youell

“I’m a huge fan of the cards across plot. And…I thought I knew a lot about the effect. Man, I knew nothing until I started reading Paul Hallas’s ‘Across The Void.’ The writing style is wonderful, and the research that went into it must have been a daunting task (definitely a labor of love).” – Review King (The Magic Café).