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Insurance by Peter Turner

Created by: Peter Turner

Insurance is a mentalism trick that involves a pseudo-hypnosis routine where the magician plants a thought in the spectator's head, making them believe they've forgotten a specific piece of information. The trick uses a combination of psychological subtleties and clever scripting to create a convincing illusion of memory manipulation. It's perfect for close-up or parlour settings, offering a deep, interactive experience for the spectator.

Key features

  • Utilizes pseudo-hypnosis and psychological principles

  • Involves the spectator in a deeply interactive experience

  • Can be adapted to various contexts, including close-up and parlour magic

  • Requires careful scripting and audience management for maximum impact

Pros

  • Highly interactive and engaging for the spectator

  • Versatile and can be adapted to different performance settings

  • Strong psychological impact, leaving a lasting impression

Cons

  • Requires precise scripting and timing

  • May not be suitable for all audience types, especially those less receptive to hypnosis-like suggestions

  • Performance can be affected by spectator's cooperation and memory

What people are saying about Insurance

ReidFerry says...

I really like this routine it's not something I perform much again this is kind of one of those just bonus routines I threw in there it's got some similarities to the last routine i've actually adapted this to what I call like a playing card insurance routine.

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