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Cash Cabaret by Alakazam Magic

Created by: Alakazam Magic

Cash Cabaret is a versatile close-up mentalism trick that blends music and magic, perfect for performers who want to engage audiences with a personalized touch. The trick involves the spectator randomly selecting three headline bands for an imaginary 3-day music festival. At the climax, the magician reveals a poster from their first-ever music festival, and the spectator's chosen acts miraculously match the real-life headline acts from that event. This trick is ideal for musicians or performers who want to incorporate their passions into their magic, offering a unique and emotionally resonant experience for the audience.

Key features

  • Combines music and magic for a personalized performance

  • Uses the Stealth Assassin wallet for a clean and practical method

  • Ideal for close-up or parlour settings

  • No sleight of hand required, making it accessible for beginners

  • Highly customizable to fit the performer's style and audience

Pros

  • Emotionally engaging for audiences, especially music lovers

  • Versatile and can be adapted to different themes or events

  • Uses everyday items (business cards, wallet) for a natural feel

  • Strong climax with a personal connection to the performer

Cons

  • Requires some setup with the Stealth Assassin wallet

  • May not resonate as strongly with non-music enthusiasts

  • Limited to performers comfortable with mentalism presentations

Effect

Cash Cabaret is a music-themed mentalism routine where a spectator randomly selects three headline bands for an imaginary three-day music festival. At the end, the magician reveals a poster from a real past music festival, showing that the spectator’s chosen acts perfectly match the actual headliners from that event. The effect is a strong coincidence that feels impossible, leaving the audience amazed.

Full Details

The trick is performed using the Stealth Assassin wallet, though the main function of the wallet isn’t required for this routine. Instead, the magician uses it to gather information subtly. The spectator freely chooses three bands, and the magician later reveals that these selections align exactly with a real-life music festival lineup. The routine is adaptable, making it ideal for performers who work in musical environments or want a themed mentalism piece.

Who Should Consider the Trick

  • Musicians who perform magic – The music theme makes it a natural fit for gigs.
  • Mentalists – The routine plays like a strong coincidence effect, fitting well into mentalism acts.
  • Close-up performers – The intimate nature of the effect works well in small-group settings.

Difficulty

The trick is moderate in difficulty, primarily requiring smooth presentation and audience management rather than complex sleight of hand. The method relies on a clever principle rather than technical skill, making it accessible to intermediate performers.

What Magicians Say

Andy Cooper, a magician and musician, praises the routine for its strong impact and adaptability. He mentions:

"I have a music-related version of Cash Cabaret where the spectator chooses three headline bands at random... and on conclusion, I reveal a poster from the first-ever fest I attended, and the spectator’s chosen acts exactly match each of the three nightly headline acts from the real festival."

He highlights how well it fits his performances, especially when combined with other effects like Stealth Assassin and Aoke. The routine’s ability to blend seamlessly into a musical setting makes it a standout choice for performers looking for a themed mentalism piece.

Cash Cabaret is a versatile, engaging trick that works especially well for performers with a musical background or those who want a fresh take on prediction effects.

What people are saying about Cash Cabaret

Andy Cooper says...

I use the Stealth Assassin wallet for a music-themed Cash Cabaret routine where the spectator's chosen bands match the real headline acts from my first-ever festival. It’s a perfect blend of my passions.

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