“Ryan Schlutz frustrates me. Even though I’ve been passionate about magic longer than he’s been alive, he consistently fools me. I never notice any suspicious moves, yet astonishing things keep happening. I don’t understand it. But you should.” -Ken Weber

“I remember meeting Ryan: he was friendly, so I liked him. Then he performed his magic, blew my mind, and I couldn’t stand him. He fools me every time.” -Vincent Hedan

“I’ve always admired Ryan’s work. He is a true innovator. His well-structured plots and clever methods create a lasting impact. Investing time in studying his material is always worthwhile.” -John Carey

“Ryan consistently brings something new to the table – and everyone benefits! If you appreciate exceptional technique, he delivers.” -Paul Richards

“I love Ryan’s magic. His material is consistently entertaining and mind-boggling.” -John Guastaferro

What Will He Teach?

A Self-Working Approach to Parlor Magic

Fame and Fortune – This is Ryan’s opener designed to create an instant connection with the audience. You invite them to fill in the details of a chance encounter with a celebrity, leading to a surprising twist where you reveal a picture of the wild scenario they just imagined.

Life Hack Deck – Do you have several effects you want to perform together but struggle with structuring them? The Life Hack Deck principle will teach you how to seamlessly connect your routines.

Before the Thought (Black Envelope) – This award-winning effect allows a spectator to freely choose a card from a deck they hold, yet astonishingly, their selection matches a prediction made beforehand!

Random Happenings – Ryan’s unique take on a book test combines his love for chaos in card magic with a historically structured effect, resulting in a highly deceptive outcome.

Super Fair Card Trick – Using gloves, blindfolds, and other props, this effect aims to create the most transparent card trick ever performed. It serves as a lesson on adapting a close-up effect for the stage.

Who Is He?

In recent years, Ryan Schlutz has garnered a devoted following through his exceptional books, DVDs, and downloadable content featuring easy-to-execute yet impactful magic. He has popularized self-working magic, performing effects with a charming and effortless style.

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