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Make Your Choice by Juan Capilla and Julio Montoro

Created by: Juan Capilla, Julio Montoro

Make Your Choice is a close-up magic trick where spectators freely select any number from 1 to 5 to win a prize, such as a car or a lollipop, with no forces or gimmicks involved. The trick is interactive, allowing spectators to touch and inspect the cards, making it feel fair and engaging. The performance ends with a humorous twist, often revealing a lollipop as the prize instead of something grand. Created by Juan Capilla and Julio Montoro, this trick is perfect for magicians looking for a clean, interactive, and humorous effect that can be performed right from the pocket.

Key features

  • Spectators can freely choose any number without forces or gimmicks.

  • Allows close inspection and handling of the cards.

  • Fun and interactive with a humorous twist at the end.

  • Promoted by Juan Capilla and Julio Montoro.

Pros

  • Clean method with no forces or gimmicks.

  • High engagement and interaction with spectators.

  • Humorous twist adds a lighthearted element to the performance.

Cons

  • Some might find the prize outcome a bit underwhelming.

Effect

The trick "Make Your Choice" presents as a fun, interactive game where a spectator freely selects a number (1-5) to win a prize. The magician offers grand rewards like a car, a PS5, or gold, but the reveal is often a humorous twist—such as winning a lollipop instead. The spectator can handle and inspect the cards, making the selection feel fair and ungimmicked.

Full Details

"Make Your Choice" is a pocket-friendly trick by Julio Montoro and Juan Capilla. It avoids traditional methods like forces or flaps, using a new system that allows genuine spectator freedom. The props are simple: a set of cards representing prizes. The magician can perform it anywhere, and the handling is designed to withstand close scrutiny.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick suits performers who want:

  • A quick, engaging routine for casual or walk-around settings.
  • High audience interaction with minimal setup.
  • A lighthearted twist to contrast with more serious magic.
    It’s beginner-friendly but offers enough depth to interest experienced magicians looking for a fresh take on a classic premise.

Difficulty

The method is straightforward, requiring no advanced sleight of hand. The challenge lies in presentation—selling the prizes and timing the comedic reveal. AlakazamMagicUK notes that the trick’s "clean method" makes it easy to perform, while Murphy’s Magic confirms it’s suitable for beginners.

What Magicians Say

  • AlakazamMagicUK praises its fairness: "The spectator can select any number they want... people can see the cards closely and even touch them without noticing anything strange."
  • Murphy’s Magic highlights its practicality: "A new revolutionary system for this kind of effect," emphasizing its lack of forces or gimmicks.
  • Craig & Ryland’s Magic Review Show includes it in their episode, suggesting it’s versatile enough for varied performances.

The trick’s blend of simplicity, audience engagement, and humor makes it a standout for casual and professional performers alike.

What people are saying about Make Your Choice

AlakazamMagicUK says...

With this version of the classic, you will have a big illusion right in your pocket... the spectator can select any number they want... people can see the cards closely and even touch them without noticing anything strange.

magic-tv says...

Craig and Ryland review 'Make Your Choice', highlighting its audience participation and decision-making aspects, providing honest feedback on its performance.

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

Make Your Choice by Julio Montoro and Juan Capilla does not use any of the old methods used for this effect. There are no forces or flaps involved. This is a new revolutionary system for this kind of effect.

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