Stop the Press by Martin Lewis

This is Stop the Press, a captivating headline prediction effect inspired by popular supermarket tabloids like the Globe and the National Enquirer. You present a sealed envelope containing a prediction to a spectator. A page from the tabloid is torn into pieces, and the spectator selects one fragment. The other pieces reveal different headlines, and they choose a headline from either side of their selected piece. When you reveal your prediction, it matches perfectly.

This routine encourages audience participation and is perfect for incorporating topical humor. It shines in both grand theaters and intimate close-up performances. With no complicated gimmicks, sleights, or calculations required, it’s incredibly easy to perform. Plus, it’s compact for transport, quick to reset, and leaves a lasting impression on the audience. Esteemed performers like Al Koran, Dunninger, David Berglas, and Max Maven have all utilized this effect.

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