Blank Night by John Archer

Effect

Blank Night is a comedy envelope game. A performer shows five envelopes to the audience. The envelopes have different labels. One envelope contains a £60 banknote. Audience members choose which envelopes to open. The performer uses humor and misdirection throughout the process. The final reveal shows that the envelope labeled 'sex' contains the money. This creates a surprising and funny moment for the audience.

Full details

Blank Night is a magic trick created by John Archer. It uses a special gimmick to achieve the effect. The gimmick does most of the work for the magician. The trick comes with video instructions. These instructions show how to perform the routine. They also include performance tips from John Archer. The trick is known for being the first to fool Penn and Teller on their show 'Fool Us'. The updated version is available for purchase. It is designed for comedy and audience interaction.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is good for comedy magicians. It is also good for performers who enjoy audience interaction. It works well in stand-up and parlour settings. The trick is portable and fits in a small bag. This makes it suitable for gigs. Performers who want a routine that focuses on entertainment should consider Blank Night. It is not ideal for performers who avoid humor in their acts.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Blank Night is easy to perform. The gimmick handles the difficult part. The magician needs to learn the presentation and script. The video instructions make learning straightforward. The trick requires practice to deliver the comedy and timing effectively. It does not require advanced sleight of hand. Most magicians can learn to perform it quickly.

What magicians say

Magicians highlight the comedy and engagement of Blank Night. AlakazamMagicUK says John Archer's "charisma and wit make the performance engaging." They note the trick creates "a riot of laughter and suspense." Another reviewer from AlakazamMagicUK calls it a "comedy banknote routine where the magician always ends up with the money." VanishingIncMagic states the trick is "easy to perform with the gimmick doing most of the work." They also mention it is "versatile for performances in any setting." One summary points out that the "humor might not land with everyone," as it relies on the performer's style.