Will Houstoun Academy – Dr. Houstoun on Cards: Two-Day Live Online Magic Course, March 19th – 20th at 7 PM

Join Dr. Will Houstoun for an engaging two-day online course focused on the art of card magic. This interactive experience will delve into the nuances of card manipulation, featuring exclusive routines and insights from Will’s extensive repertoire.

Playing cards are incredibly versatile tools in magic, and this course will explore their potential through various techniques and tricks, including unpublished material that has contributed to Will’s accolades, such as winning The European Championships of Close-up Magic in 2006 and The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year in 2015.

Featured tricks and routines include:

• Minus Aces: A stunning method to produce four Aces from a thoroughly examined and shuffled deck, which can even be given away after the performance.
• Order and Chaos: Will’s signature routine that showcases an extraordinary matching of two decks, a highlight of his performances.
• The Notebook: Discover a 200-year-old manuscript that reveals a classic trick, challenging modern perceptions of magic.
• Choices: Engage with your audience as you explore the intriguing question of “What if?” through this captivating effect.
• Minimal Assembly: Experience the essence of an ace assembly trick, stripped down to its core.
• Hellis’s Trick: An obscure card effect that has remained concealed in a manuscript for over a century.

Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to learn more tricks, moves, and tips based on their interests, as communicated through live chat.

Will will also share his insights on the art of conjuring and answer questions from attendees, guided by the Alakazam team.

Endorsements

“Will created one of my most used tricks and my go-to effect if someone stops me and asks to see something.” – Dynamo

“Will is a natural communicator with bags of content to match the best.” – John Archer

“An original mix of eye-popping sleight of hand.” – Ernest Earick

“[Will] is a really fine magician with some serious chops.” – Genii Magazine

“Smooth as silk… I loved your three fly and all your little touches. One of the best I’ve witnessed. Your shadow coins move so effortlessly and your attention to detail is unmatched.” – Dean Dill

Biography

Will Houstoun holds a PhD in the history of magical education and has won prestigious titles including The European Magic Championships and The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year. He is affiliated with The Academy of Magical Arts in Los Angeles and The Victoria and Albert Museum Research Institute. His consultancy work includes projects for Martin Scorsese’s “Hugo,” the BBC’s “Wolf Hall,” and various esteemed organizations.