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Morgue Mystery by Jamie D. Grant

Created by: Jamie D. Grant

Morgue Mystery is a theatrical magic experience blending close-up and stage magic, part of the eighth installment in the Tackling Terrifying Taboos series. Spectators witness a chilling narrative structured room-by-room, featuring effects like an undetectable, un-gimmicked candle that extinguishes remotely, a morgue mystery with an inexplicable cause of death, a cautionary tale involving children and matches, a minimalist piece using paper and a drawn crucifix, and a life-or-death Tarot revelation. This mentalism and storytelling-focused trick is designed for atmospheric performances, particularly suited for Halloween or macabre-themed events, emphasizing mood, innovation, and practical craftsmanship for magicians who value deep narrative integration.

Key features

  • Eighth volume in the Tackling Terrifying Taboos series, returning after a 2024 hiatus

  • Includes eight routines with a cohesive room-by-room narrative structure

  • Features an undetectable, un-gimmicked candle that can be extinguished remotely

  • Blends close-up and stage magic for versatile performance settings

  • Emphasizes storytelling, atmospheric presentation, and methodical innovation

  • Aimed at magicians interested in macabre and theatrical themes, especially for events like Halloween

Pros

  • Strong emphasis on mood and narrative, enhancing theatrical impact

  • Innovative methods with practical, performance-ready effects

  • Versatile for both close-up and stage environments

  • Adds a unique, supernatural touch to magic sets

Cons

  • May not appeal to magicians who prefer straightforward, non-narrative tricks

  • Thematic content is specific to macabre settings, limiting general use

Effect

Morgue Mystery presents a story where a person has died under strange circumstances. The magician investigates the cause of death, leading to a moment where the impossible seems to occur. The audience sees an effect that defies explanation, creating a sense of mystery and suspense. The performance builds an eerie atmosphere, making the magic feel like part of a larger, unsettling narrative.

Full details

Morgue Mystery is part of the eighth volume in the Tackling Terrifying Taboos series by Jamie D. Grant. This installment includes eight routines structured around a room-by-room narrative. The effects blend close-up and stage magic, all unified by a macabre theme. The routines are designed to be performance-ready, with a focus on storytelling and methodical innovation. The release aims to provide magicians with material that is both technically clean and theatrically engaging.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is for magicians who perform in theatrical or narrative-driven settings. It suits those who value atmosphere, mood, and storytelling in their magic. Performers who work at Halloween events, horror-themed shows, or any venue where a dark, suspenseful tone is appropriate will find this material fitting. It is also for magicians who appreciate methodical innovation and practical effects that are easy to integrate into a larger performance.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The difficulty of Morgue Mystery depends on the performer's experience with storytelling and atmospheric presentation. The methods are described as practical and performance-ready, suggesting that the technical execution is manageable for most skill levels. However, the effectiveness of the trick relies heavily on the performer's ability to build suspense and deliver a compelling narrative. Practice is needed to master the timing and presentation required to create the desired eerie effect.

What magicians say

AlakazamMagicUK highlights the series' return after a hiatus, noting its focus on "methodical innovation, storytelling, and atmospheric presentation." They describe the effects as "blending eerie narratives with practical, performance-ready magic." The review emphasizes that the material is for magicians who "value mood and narrative as much as method," making it ideal for performers seeking to add a supernatural touch to their sets. The overall tone is "atmospheric, suspenseful, and deeply theatrical," appealing to those who perform in Halloween or similar events.

What people are saying about Morgue Mystery

AlakazamMagicUK says...

Jamie clearly aims to deliver more than just tricks—he’s offering an experience. The tone is atmospheric, suspenseful, and deeply theatrical, appealing to magicians who value mood and narrative as much as method.

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