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Mind Trip by Lawrence Sullivan

Created by: Lawrence Sullivan

Mind Trip by Lawrence Sullivan is a mentalism effect designed for parlor and stage settings, utilizing a single magazine page for a triple mind-reading experience. Three spectators each think of a different city listed on the page, which the magician reveals through a single question. The package includes a tutorial video, durable magazine pages, and printed instructions. Best performed with three spectators, it's a quick, fun, and seemingly impossible effect that can also be adapted for one or two spectators with slight adjustments.

Key features

  • Triple mind-reading effect with a single magazine page

  • Includes tutorial video, durable magazine pages, and printed instructions

  • Best performed with three spectators

  • Adaptable for one or two spectators with adjustments

  • Recommended for parlor and stage settings

Pros

  • Super simple to perform

  • Direct and fun effect

  • Easy to carry with you

  • Well-made instructional video and packaging

  • Modular with various ways to reveal the destinations

Cons

  • Magazine pages are not made of Tyvek and can be damaged

  • Not fully inspectable if the spectator is keen on busting the method

  • May require repurchase if pages get destroyed

Effect

Mind Trip by Lawrence Sullivan is a mentalism effect where the magician uses a single magazine page to perform a triple mind-reading routine. Three spectators each think of a different city listed on the page. With just one question, the magician reveals all three cities accurately. The effect is quick, direct, and appears impossible to the audience.

Full Details

The trick includes:

  • A tutorial video (approximately 30 minutes) with performance ideas and variations.
  • Three magazine pages printed on durable material (not Tyvek).
  • One standard magazine page (more prone to tearing).
  • Two inspectable pages for added credibility.
  • Printed instructions for quick reference.

The effect works best with three spectators, though adjustments can be made for one or two participants. The method is simple, allowing for creative presentation and modular reveals (predictions, drawings, landmarks, etc.).

Who Should Consider the Trick

Mind Trip is ideal for:

  • Parlor and stage performers who want a quick, impactful mentalism piece.
  • Close-up magicians who perform for small groups (three spectators work best).
  • Mentalists looking for a versatile effect with multiple reveal options.

Difficulty

The core method is described as "extremely simple" by reviewer Sebastian Toca. The challenge lies in presentation and handling, especially when performing for fewer than three spectators. Adjustments in language and questioning may be needed for one or two participants.

What Magicians Say

Sebastian Toca highlights the effect's strengths and limitations:

  • Pros: "Super simple to do... just one question for three spectators." The modularity of reveals (predictions, drawings, etc.) adds flexibility.
  • Cons: The magazine pages are not indestructible and may require replacement. Inspectability is limited—a keen spectator could uncover the method.

He rates Mind Trip 8.75 out of 10, recommending it particularly for parlor and stage settings. While not flawless, it offers strong value for its price.

Mind Trip is a practical, engaging mentalism effect that suits performers who want a direct, easy-to-execute routine with multiple presentation possibilities.

What people are saying about Mind Trip by Lawrence Sullivan

sebastiantoca9208 says...

Mind Trip is a triple mind-reading effect where you have one magazine page and with one question you're able to get all three of the spectators thought of cities directly revealed. [...] The core method is extremely simple, it is super super super simple so the effect incept is simple to do.

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