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by David Garrity
April 3rd, 2018, 9:13 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Alcorn and Gandalf Props
Replies: 0
Views: 9887

Alcorn and Gandalf Props

Hello, I have recently acquired a collection of magic that includes some illusion props from both Alcorn and Gandalf. I've seen some photos and ads from Alcorn, however, Gandalf seems to be more of a mystery. I have found one or two ads in all of the Genii archives but no photos. Does anyone have an...
by David Garrity
March 18th, 2018, 3:25 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Poltergeist prop from Peter Loughran
Replies: 0
Views: 8119

Poltergeist prop from Peter Loughran

Does anyone have the instructions to the Poltergeist prop from Peter Loughran??

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by David Garrity
January 29th, 2016, 11:18 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Looking for Jack Hughes World of Magic book
Replies: 6
Views: 2772

Re: Looking for Jack Hughes World of Magic book

Richard,

The Blackpool edition was a single book and compilation of items from all three books. It was not the complete set of material from the original J.H. trilogy.

However, I believe http://www.lybrary.com has the books available in PDF form for sale.

Sincerely,
David
by David Garrity
June 16th, 2015, 11:51 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Compliments to James Riser!
Replies: 0
Views: 948

Compliments to James Riser!

Hello All,

I needed to take a few seconds and rave about a wonderful transaction I had with James Riser for some custom made items.

Fastest shipping and turnaround time I have had in quite awhile!

Thanks Jim!!
by David Garrity
April 24th, 2013, 12:17 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Are You Performing a Long Term Show this Summer?
Replies: 1
Views: 1794

Are You Performing a Long Term Show this Summer?

Hello, I am compiling a list of performers and shows that are running during the summer time for listing in the magic periodicals. Specifically, I am looking for information from people who are performing a long term run of their show at a venue during the summer. This listing will be helpful for pe...
by David Garrity
October 7th, 2011, 1:40 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: "Haunting Illusions" now running at Six Flags New England in Springfield, MA
Replies: 0
Views: 727

"Haunting Illusions" now running at Six Flags New England in Springfield, MA

"Haunting Illusions," a main-stage illusion show, featuring illusionist David Garrity opens at Six Flags New England in Agawam, MA on Saturday, October 1, 2011. This is a special version of David's illusion show that is story-line driven and incorporates almost every illusion David has in ...
by David Garrity
June 30th, 2011, 10:39 pm
Forum: Columns
Topic: Mind Stunts: Drawing A Blank (Feb 2011)
Replies: 2
Views: 2787

Re: Mind Stunts: Drawing A Blank (Feb 2011)

After some more research into the devices, it looks like these are the attributes I am looking for to perform this routine: -Real time peek, not pre-show -Will create impression with marker -Stage size (8.5" x 11" size or close) -Suitable for design dupe, not just a word or text. Are there...
by David Garrity
June 28th, 2011, 12:28 pm
Forum: Columns
Topic: Mind Stunts: Drawing A Blank (Feb 2011)
Replies: 2
Views: 2787

Re: Mind Stunts: Drawing A Blank (Feb 2011)

In case everyone has archived their issue: Basically, you have an envelope with the impression device inside and as you take out a blank piece of paper from the envelope you peek the impression. Are there any pads/folios out there that allow that sort of quick peek during the routine as you take som...
by David Garrity
June 27th, 2011, 2:46 pm
Forum: Columns
Topic: Mind Stunts: Drawing A Blank (Feb 2011)
Replies: 2
Views: 2787

Mind Stunts: Drawing A Blank (Feb 2011)

Hello,

I am posting to see if anyone could help suggest an impression pad/device that is on the market that would work within the context of this particular routine.

Thank you in advance for your replies!

Sincerely,
David
by David Garrity
March 5th, 2011, 10:54 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: "IllusionQuest" Family Night (90 min) Edition in Wolfeboro, NH
Replies: 1
Views: 883

Re: "IllusionQuest" Family Night (90 min) Edition in Wolfeboro, NH

Thank you to everyone who came to the show! A near-sellout crowd of almost 800 tickets!
by David Garrity
March 3rd, 2011, 3:29 pm
Forum: Children's Entertainment
Topic: Odd difficulty with mouth coil--am I doing something wrong?
Replies: 6
Views: 4568

Re: Odd difficulty with mouth coil--am I doing something wrong?

Alain, Back when I used them in my show, DC mouthcoils were the only kind I would buy. Is it all of the coils in that package or just one so far? I used to squeeze them a bit, from top to bottom, then from side to side, to help loosen them up a bit before using them. Maybe that will help. Sincerely,...
by David Garrity
March 3rd, 2011, 3:27 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: "IllusionQuest" Family Night (90 min) Edition in Wolfeboro, NH
Replies: 1
Views: 883

"IllusionQuest" Family Night (90 min) Edition in Wolfeboro, NH

Friday, March 4, 2011 Showtime: 7:00pm Location Kingswood Arts Center 21 McManus Road Wolfeboro, NH More Info "IllusionQuest" Family Night Edition will be at the Kingswood Arts Center in Wolfeboro, NH on Fri. March 4, 2011. The show begins at 7pm and ticket info is below. <!-- m --><a clas...
by David Garrity
March 1st, 2011, 11:15 am
Forum: Children's Entertainment
Topic: Odd difficulty with mouth coil--am I doing something wrong?
Replies: 6
Views: 4568

Re: Odd difficulty with mouth coil--am I doing something wrong?

Alain,

What brand of mouthcoil are you using?

Sincerely,
David
by David Garrity
February 27th, 2011, 3:34 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: eBay Auction: Giant Guillotine for Sale - Nearly 10 Feet Tall w/ Custom Wooden Crate
Replies: 1
Views: 1090

Re: eBay Auction: Giant Guillotine for Sale - Nearly 10 Feet Tall w/ Custom Wooden Crate

After some research, it looks like this is a rare-ish version of the guillotine built by Mak Magic in the late 70's or early 80's.

If you are a collector of classic Mak Magic props, this would be a great addition.

ENDS TODAY!

Thanks!
David
by David Garrity
February 25th, 2011, 10:38 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Public Show - Illusionist David Garrity in Rhinebeck, NY on Sat. Feb. 26
Replies: 0
Views: 631

Public Show - Illusionist David Garrity in Rhinebeck, NY on Sat. Feb. 26

Saturday, February 26 11:00am - 12:00pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck 661 Route 308 Rhinebeck, NY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Saturday Morning Family Series...
by David Garrity
January 15th, 2011, 11:00 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Credit Question: Silk from Spectator's Sleeve Using a Thumbtip
Replies: 16
Views: 4568

Re: Credit Question: Silk from Spectator's Sleeve Using a Thumbtip

Richard,

I first saw this many years ago in a lecture by Timothy Wenk.

Hope that helps!

Sincerely,
David
by David Garrity
January 4th, 2011, 11:55 am
Forum: Reference Room
Topic: how to dye flash paper
Replies: 13
Views: 7402

Re: how to dye flash paper

Andres,

I believe that D. Robbins carries colored flash paper. So, any magic dealer with a wholesale account with D. Robbins can order it for you. They seem to carry it in a number of different colors including the green you are looking for.

Sincerely,
David
by David Garrity
October 29th, 2010, 12:59 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: "Haunting Illusions" opens at Six Flags New England in Springfield, MA
Replies: 4
Views: 1993

Re: "Haunting Illusions" opens at Six Flags New England in Springfield, MA

Last chance to see the show this weekend!!
by David Garrity
October 6th, 2010, 12:32 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: "Haunting Illusions" opens at Six Flags New England in Springfield, MA
Replies: 4
Views: 1993

Re: "Haunting Illusions" opens at Six Flags New England in Springfield, MA

Tabman,

Thanks for the well-wishes!!

Sincerely,
David
by David Garrity
October 5th, 2010, 8:34 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: "Haunting Illusions" opens at Six Flags New England in Springfield, MA
Replies: 4
Views: 1993

"Haunting Illusions" opens at Six Flags New England in Springfield, MA

I thought some of the folks in the area might want to have some info about the show. Thanks, David ------------------------------------------------------ "Haunting Illusions," a main-stage illusion show, featuring illusionist David Garrity opened at Six Flags New England in Agawam, MA on S...
by David Garrity
June 19th, 2010, 11:56 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: fushigi ball
Replies: 37
Views: 7208

Re: fushigi ball

Is there a credit history on the bit folks do with a billiard where it seems to cling to the extended forefinger and then move? I believe this move is credited to Alan Wakeling and is part of his billiard ball routine as outlined in Steinmeyer's book, "The Magic of Alan Wakeling." Sincere...
by David Garrity
June 18th, 2010, 9:45 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: fushigi ball
Replies: 37
Views: 7208

Re: fushigi ball

Is there a credit history on the bit folks do with a billiard where it seems to cling to the extended forefinger and then move? I believe this move is credited to Alan Wakeling and is part of his billiard ball routine as outlined in Steinmeyer's book, "The Magic of Alan Wakeling." Sincere...
by David Garrity
May 10th, 2010, 1:17 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Transporting Flash Paper on an Airplane
Replies: 9
Views: 3916

Re: Transporting Flash Paper on an Airplane

Bob, It's just not worth the risk of trying to transport something like this on an airplane. I had to fly in for a month of shows for resorts in Mexico and had to get my flash paper there. I just shipped it ahead of time to my destination so it was there when I got there. Especially considering what...
by David Garrity
January 17th, 2010, 2:08 pm
Forum: General
Topic: How did you get interested with magic?
Replies: 26
Views: 7181

Re: How did you get interested with magic?

Hello folks, I am glad someone brought this topic up! I got my interest sparked when I saw a magician live for the first time. It was on a family trip to Florida. We saw a variety dinner show called "Mardi Gras"?? It was in a shopping center in Orlando called "The Mercado." There...
by David Garrity
January 8th, 2010, 7:56 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: PROBottles by Christopher Lyle
Replies: 8
Views: 3554

Re: PROBottles by Christopher Lyle

Christopher, Thanks for the link to the notes! I just thought I would suggest that if you are taking the time to put together such a nice set of bottles that creating a climax or putting together a booklet (with permission, of course) of routines that address the issue of the trick not having a grea...
by David Garrity
January 8th, 2010, 7:51 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Don Wayne Room Service
Replies: 20
Views: 10136

Re: Don Wayne Room Service

Hello, FWIW, I also thought that nearly ALL hotels had gone to key cards, however, this past year I performed in two places that still had actual keys; Mount Washington Hotel in NH and the Snow Cap Inn at Sunday River Ski Resort in ME!! Not 'rent by the hour' type places at all! Sincerely, David
by David Garrity
January 5th, 2010, 9:09 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: PROBottles by Christopher Lyle
Replies: 8
Views: 3554

Re: PROBottles by Christopher Lyle

Hi Christopher, It sounds like you are working on producing a great set of Tricky Bottles. The one major problem that should be solved before your set is produced is coming up with an ending to the routine. This is very often the problem with most Trick Bottle routines I have seen over the years is ...
by David Garrity
December 16th, 2009, 12:49 am
Forum: General
Topic: "How to Make a Rabbit Disappear" puzzle by Steinmeyer
Replies: 11
Views: 4304

Re: "How to Make a Rabbit Disappear" puzzle by Steinmeyer

Hello,

I just wanted to pop in here again and thank everyone for the terrific info regarding this principle and it's applications.

Sincerely,
David
by David Garrity
December 2nd, 2009, 12:47 pm
Forum: General
Topic: "How to Make a Rabbit Disappear" puzzle by Steinmeyer
Replies: 11
Views: 4304

Re: "How to Make a Rabbit Disappear" puzzle by Steinmeyer

Richard,

Thank you! That is exactly what I was looking for, the name of the principle.

Now that I have the name of the principle, I can properly search out versions of this.

Thank you again!

Sincerely,
David
by David Garrity
December 2nd, 2009, 1:21 am
Forum: General
Topic: "How to Make a Rabbit Disappear" puzzle by Steinmeyer
Replies: 11
Views: 4304

"How to Make a Rabbit Disappear" puzzle by Steinmeyer

Hello, I am trying to run down the name of the principle that this puzzle, that was included with an issue of Genii about a year and a half ago, is based upon. I have the insert itself, but not the narrow piece that held it in the magazine that I believe had the explanation and name of the actual pr...
by David Garrity
January 28th, 2009, 8:20 pm
Forum: Magician's Local Hangouts
Topic: Magic Shops in MEXICO (near Cancun)??
Replies: 0
Views: 837

Magic Shops in MEXICO (near Cancun)??

Hello,

I am writing to see if anyone knows of any magic shops in Mexico, specifically near Cancun, but any shops in Mexico would be great to know about.

Thanks very much!!
David
by David Garrity
December 22nd, 2008, 1:07 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: David Copperfield Assistant Rushed to Hospital During Las Vegas Show
Replies: 11
Views: 2412

Re: David Copperfield Assistant Rushed to Hospital During Las Vegas Show

Ray, Richard is correct, people do get hurt in the workplace, especially with props of this magnitude. You can set up as many safety measures as possible, but freak occurences and mechanical failures do creep in. Many of these props are just as dangerous as industrial factory equipment. Table of Dea...
by David Garrity
February 24th, 2006, 11:48 am
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: TV Magic Set found, info?
Replies: 0
Views: 381

TV Magic Set found, info?

I found a "TV Magic Set" at a flea market this weekend. I was curious if this were a desirable collectible or not. It has a record inside and the props necessary to perform the magic. It says Item 113, but has no date or printing information on it. Opinions?

Sincerely,
David
by David Garrity
October 19th, 2005, 10:09 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB: Neon (Flourescent) Light Suspension
Replies: 3
Views: 1080

Re: WTB: Neon (Flourescent) Light Suspension

Hello,

I have expanded my search to include Broom Suspensions as well. So, if you have a Broom Suspension or other suspension of this type, please PM or email with photos.

Thanks!
David
by David Garrity
October 19th, 2005, 10:07 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB: Chalet Crystal Silk Cylinder asap
Replies: 0
Views: 379

WTB: Chalet Crystal Silk Cylinder asap

Hello,

I am looking to purchase a Chalet Crystal Silk Cylinder. Please have a photo or two and the prop should be in good to excellent condition.

PM or Email....

Thanks,
David
by David Garrity
October 13th, 2005, 4:08 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB: Neon (Flourescent) Light Suspension
Replies: 3
Views: 1080

WTB: Neon (Flourescent) Light Suspension

Hello,

I am in the market to buy a Neon Light Suspension (like a broom suspension but has two flourescent tubes on the poles). Please have it be in good to better condition and have a case. Also, please have photos.

Email or PM me info...

Thanks!
David
by David Garrity
September 3rd, 2005, 9:20 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB: Impaled Illusion with case
Replies: 2
Views: 658

Re: WTB: Impaled Illusion with case

Hello,

An update. I am still in need of this prop.

Thanks,
David

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