The Five Acts by Nicolas Pierri (Instant Download)

The award-winning FISM champion presents an unforgettable 5-phase routine filled with humor, challenging choices, and a journey from tragedy to triumph.

“Nico’s magic embodies perseverance, simplicity, elegance, and taste. ‘Five Acts’ exemplifies this beautifully. I absolutely love it!” – Dani DaOrtiz

“I first met Nico at the FFFF Convention in 2019, where we spent the night exchanging ideas. His passion for magic is evident in his performances. In ‘Five Acts,’ he transforms a simple concept in card magic into a powerful routine. The instruction is superb, making ‘Five Acts’ a valuable addition to any magician’s repertoire.” – Gary Plants

“Nicolas Pierri offers a refreshing perspective on a classic plot with straightforward methods. If you can remember a script, you can perform this effect.” – Christopher James Rose

“Nico is a rare talent in magic, blending original and ingenious tricks with entertainment and heartfelt performances. His poetic style resonates with real audiences. Watch out for his faro work—it’s mind-blowing!” – Will Fern

Latin American FISM Prize winner Nicolas Pierri introduces a fun and easy card trick where the audience loses their own card in the deck, only to find it themselves in The Five Acts. This deeply deceptive trick incorporates comedy into its psychological presentation. Here’s how it unfolds:

1. The spectator freely shuffles the deck.
2. They select any card they desire.
3. The card is lost in the deck.
4. The spectator cuts the deck three ways and reassembles it.
5. A second spectator names a number, deals down, and discovers the chosen card.

No gaffs are involved, and it can be performed with a borrowed, shuffled deck—even if not all cards are present! Alongside various handling techniques, Nico shares his philosophy on the construction of this effect and the symbolism woven into the routine. Grab a deck and get ready to perform The Five Acts.