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Children Play With Matches by Jamie D. Grant

Created by: Jamie D. Grant

Children Play With Matches is a close-up and stage magic trick that forms part of the 'Tackling Terrifying Taboos: The Eighth Haunting' series. It is a narrative-driven effect where the magician tells a cautionary tale about children playing with matches, culminating in a mysterious and eerie magical moment, such as the matches igniting or extinguishing in an impossible way. This trick is designed for theatrical performances, particularly suited for Halloween or macabre-themed events, and emphasizes storytelling, atmospheric presentation, and psychological tension. Buyers should note that it is part of a larger collection of eight routines with a room-by-room narrative structure, requiring a focus on performance skills and mood setting.

Key features

  • Blends close-up and stage magic for versatile performance options

  • Emphasizes storytelling and atmospheric presentation for a theatrical experience

  • Includes innovative methods that are undetectable and un-gimmicked

  • Part of a series with a cohesive narrative structure, ideal for themed events like Halloween

  • Aimed at magicians who value mood, narrative, and the macabre in their performances

Pros

  • High level of methodical innovation ensuring clean and deceptive effects

  • Strong emphasis on storytelling, enhancing audience engagement and emotional impact

  • Versatile for both close-up and stage settings, broadening performance opportunities

Cons

  • May require advanced performance skills to effectively convey the narrative and atmosphere

  • Specific thematic focus on the macabre might limit its appeal to general audiences

  • As part of a series, it might be less effective if performed in isolation without the context of other routines

Effect

Children Play With Matches is a magic routine that presents a cautionary tale. The audience sees a story unfold about the dangers of children and matches. The effect creates a sense of suspense and delivers a surprising magical moment tied to the narrative. It blends storytelling with visual magic to produce a memorable and atmospheric performance.

Full details

This trick is part of the eighth volume in the Tackling Terrifying Taboos series by Jamie D. Grant. The routine uses a narrative structure that moves through different thematic rooms. It is designed for both close-up and stage settings. The method relies on storytelling to enhance the magical effect. It does not require any special gimmicks for the main effect. The routine is one of eight included in the volume, each with its own story and method.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is for magicians who perform in theatrical or storytelling settings. It suits those who value atmosphere and narrative in their magic. It is ideal for Halloween events or performances with a macabre theme. Performers who enjoy blending close-up and stage magic will find it useful. It is not aimed at those looking for quick, impromptu effects.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The difficulty level is moderate. It requires skill in storytelling and pacing to build suspense. The method is practical but needs smooth presentation. Performers should be comfortable with narrative delivery. It does not involve complex sleight of hand, but timing is important.

What magicians say

AlakazamMagicUK notes that the series focuses on "methodical innovation, storytelling, and atmospheric presentation." They describe the routine as part of a "haunting, room-by-room narrative structure" that offers "an experience" beyond just tricks. The review states it appeals to magicians who "value mood and narrative as much as method."

What people are saying about Children Play With Matches

AlakazamMagicUK says...

Features an undetectable, un-gimmicked candle that can be extinguished remotely, blending eerie narratives with practical, performance-ready magic for a chilling experience.

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