Hole Hopper by Jay Grill

Created by: Jay Grill

Hole Hopper is a visually stunning close-up card trick where a signed card is torn in half, with one half given to the spectator. The magician punches a hole in their half, and then, in a magical moment, the hole visually moves from the magician's half to the spectator's. The spectator keeps their half as a souvenir, making the trick even more memorable. This trick requires no sleight of hand or fragile gaffs, making it accessible for beginners. It's a simple yet powerful routine that leaves a strong visual impact. Available as a download from Penguin Magic.

Key features

  • No sleight of hand required

  • Uses a simple gimmick setup

  • Spectator keeps their half of the card as a souvenir

  • Strong visual impact

  • Great for openers or close-up performances

Pros

  • Easy to perform

  • Strong visual effect

  • No complex moves

  • Spectator gets a souvenir

  • Accessible for beginners

Cons

  • Requires a hole punch

  • Limited to card-based performances

Effect

Hole Hopper is a visual card trick where a signed card is torn in half. The magician punches a hole in their half, and then the hole appears to move from the magician's half to the spectator's half. The spectator keeps their half of the card as a souvenir, making the trick memorable and impactful.

Full details

Hole Hopper involves a signed card that is torn in half. The magician punches a hole in their half, and through a simple process, the hole appears to move to the spectator's half. The trick does not require sleight of hand or fragile gaffs, making it accessible for beginners. The spectator keeps their half of the card, adding to the trick's lasting impression.

Who should consider the trick

Hole Hopper is ideal for magicians who want a strong visual effect without complex moves. It is particularly suitable for beginners due to its simplicity and lack of sleight of hand. Performers who enjoy card-based tricks and want a memorable souvenir for their audience will find this trick appealing.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Hole Hopper is easy to perform. It does not require sleight of hand or complex moves, making it accessible for beginners. The trick involves a simple gimmick setup and a hole punch, which are straightforward to use. The routine is simple but delivers a strong visual impact.

What magicians say

Craig Petty from Magic Live describes Hole Hopper as a clean and visually impactful trick. He notes that it is easy to make and does not require complex moves, making it accessible for beginners. Craig also mentions that the spectator keeps their half of the card as a souvenir, adding to the trick's impact. In another review, Craig highlights Hole Hopper as a highly commercial routine, great for openers, with a simple gimmick setup. He praises its practicality and commercial appeal.

What people are saying about Hole Hopper

magic-tv says...

The trick involves a signed card torn in half, with a hole visually moving from the magician's half to the spectator's. [...] The routine is simple to perform but delivers a strong visual effect.

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