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Coins Through Bag by Jeki Yoo

Created by: Jeki Yoo

Coins Through Bag is a visually stunning close-up and parlor coin magic trick where coins impossibly penetrate the walls of a clear A4 plastic bag, creating a high-impact effect. Spectators see the coins visibly and sequentially melt through the transparent bag, eliminating any suspicion of hidden compartments and enhancing the illusion of impossibility. This modern take on classics like 'Coins Through Silk' by Michael Ammar relies on natural handling, misdirection, and timing to maintain the deception, making it ideal for performers seeking a strong, visual routine that can be examined from all angles.

Key features

  • Uses a clear A4 plastic bag for enhanced visual deception and transparency

  • Inspired by Michael Ammar's Coins Through Silk, modernizing the classic plot

  • Suitable for close-up and parlor settings with high-impact visual appeal

  • Emphasizes natural handling, misdirection, and timing for clean performances

  • Allows multiple coins to be produced sequentially for added effect

Pros

  • High visual impact with coins visibly penetrating the bag

  • Transparent bag removes doubt about secret methods

  • Suitable for various performance environments like close-up and parlor

  • Natural handling reduces suspicion and enhances illusion

Cons

  • Requires practice to master timing and misdirection

  • May not be suitable for large stage performances due to scale

Effect

The audience sees a clear plastic bag held in the performer's hands. Coins visibly and impossibly penetrate the walls of the bag. The coins move through the plastic one by one, creating a sequence of magical penetrations. The effect happens under seemingly transparent conditions with no hidden compartments.

Full details

Coins Through Bag is a modern version of the classic Coins Through Silk plot by Michael Ammar. Jeki Yoo designed this routine using a clear A4 plastic bag. The method allows multiple coins to be shown both inside and outside the bag. The clear bag removes any doubt about secret pockets. The routine is built for visual clarity and strong impact. It is suitable for close-up and parlor settings because every angle can be examined.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is for magicians who want a high-impact coin effect. It suits performers looking to modernize classic magic plots. It is ideal for those who perform in close-up or parlor environments. Magicians interested in visual deception and clear methods will find this trick valuable.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The routine requires practice to master the timing and rhythm. Jeki Yoo's handling emphasizes natural movements. The method uses misdirection to maintain the illusion. Performers must practice the sequence of coin productions to make the effect look effortless. The difficulty level is manageable with dedicated rehearsal.

What magicians say

AlakazamMagicUK states that Coins Through Bag creates a miracle under transparent conditions. They note that the clear bag enhances the visual deception. The performance relies on natural handling and clever timing. AlakazamMagicUK describes it as a phenomenal routine from a world-class magician. They highlight that the routine is strong for close-up and parlor settings because the bag can be examined from all angles.

What people are saying about Coins Through Bag

AlakazamMagicUK says...

Coins Through Bag offers a modern and visually stunning take on a classic plot, drawing inspiration from Michael Ammar’s Coins Through Silk. This routine is built for clarity and impact, making the transposition of the coins appear all the more impossible by using a see-through bag.

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