Proof
Created by: Gabriel Werlen
Proof is a mentalism trick that involves a business card and two spectators. The magician has one spectator fold a business card and place it behind their back in either hand, while whispering a prediction to a second spectator. The magician then reveals they knew exactly which hand the first spectator chose, with the second spectator confirming the prediction was made beforehand. This trick is completely self-working and utilizes principles from the Schrodinger's system, making it seem like the magician has multiple realities under control until the final reveal. It's suitable for close-up or impromptu performances and requires only a business card.
Key features
- Completely self-working method
- Uses principles from the Schrodinger's system for a multi-reality effect
- Requires only a business card, making it highly impromptu
- Suitable for close-up or strolling mentalism
- Strong audience reactions due to the impossibility of the prediction
Pros
- Easy to learn and perform
- No difficult moves or memorization required
- Highly versatile and can be performed anywhere
- Produces strong reactions from spectators
Cons
- May require practice to perfect the scripting and timing
- The effect's impact heavily relies on the performer's presentation skills
What people are saying about Proof
Proof videos
Mentalism Review - Gabriel Werlen Penguin Live Lecture
The video provides an in-depth review of Gabriel Werlen's Penguin Live Lecture, which costs $40 and lasts over 3 hours. It features 10 mentalism routines, including close-up, strolling, and stage performances. The lecture is praised for its beginner-friendly approach, requiring no difficult moves or memorization, but emphasizes the importance of practice for effective performance. Key routines include 'No Way,' 'Setting the Table,' and 'Seeing,' which utilize the Green Neck System for seemingly impossible predictions. The latter part of the lecture introduces the Schrodinger's system, applying quantum physics principles to mentalism for effects like 'The Colorful Opener' and 'Heads I Win, Tails You Lose.' The reviewer highlights the practicality and versatility of the routines, recommending the lecture for both beginners and experienced mentalists. Pros include the ease of learning and the strong audience reactions, while cons might be the need for additional purchases (like gaff cards for certain effects).
Takeaways:
- The lecture is highly recommended for mentalism enthusiasts of all levels.
- Features 10 diverse routines covering close-up, strolling, and stage mentalism.
- Utilizes the Green Neck System and Schrodinger's system for powerful effects.
- Beginner-friendly with no difficult moves, but requires practice for mastery.
- Some effects may require additional purchases like gaff cards.
- The reviewer personally road-tested several routines with strong audience reactions.