Angry Sponges by Chris Ballinger

“Angry Sponges is pure genius from magician Chris Ballinger. It’s a classic sponge magic routine, but much more exciting!”

“These sponges are not just any sponges; they’re inspired by the wildly popular Angry Birds game! This trick comes with an easy-to-follow instructional DVD, allowing you to master it effortlessly. Start by pulling a bird from your phone while explaining the game. Then, produce a green pig and describe how the birds aim to defeat the greedy pigs. In a surprising twist, the bird disappears from one hand and reappears next to the pig. You can then place a blue bird in a spectator’s hand, and with a magical touch, it splits into three fully examinable birds right before their eyes. Finally, introduce a large black bomb bird that, when squeezed, changes color and transforms into three stars, symbolizing a perfect game.”

I love how the sponges are justified in this routine—it’s entertaining and cleverly integrated into the performance.

This DVD is straightforward yet packed with fun ideas and instructions for creating your own birds. If you have spare balls lying around (and I’m sure you do), it’s the perfect opportunity for a little DIY magic!

A DVD correction is included with this set, but you can also access it here: