Hole Hopper by Jay Grill
Created by: Jay Grill
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.
Performance videos
Hole Hopper By Jay Grill | Restoring A Hole In A Card
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Review videos
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