Ring Thing by Nicholas Lawrence

Created by: Nicholas Lawrence

Ring Thing is a hyper-visual close-up magic trick where the magician pulls off their finger ring, tosses it towards the other hand, and has it visually reappear back on the finger. This trick is a creative take on Garrett Thomas's Ring Thing, designed for both live performances and social media. It's beginner-friendly and comes as part of Nicholas Lawrence's At The Table Live Lecture, which includes over 10 effects for just $9.95, making it an affordable addition to any magician's repertoire.

Key features

  • Visual ring transposition that's easy to perform

  • Beginner-friendly with no complex sleight of hand required

  • Part of a budget-friendly download featuring multiple effects

  • Suitable for both live and social media performances

Pros

  • Highly visual and engaging for audiences

  • Easy to learn and perform, making it accessible to beginners

  • Affordable as part of a larger package of effects

  • Versatile for use in various performance settings

Cons

  • Limited to performers who wear a ring

  • May require practice to perfect the visual transposition

Effect

Ring Thing is a visual ring transposition trick. The magician removes a ring from their finger and tosses it toward their other hand. The ring visibly reappears back on the original finger in an instant. The effect is clean, direct, and leaves no room for suspicion.

Full Details

Ring Thing is part of Nicholas Lawrence’s At The Table Live Lecture, which includes over 10 effects. The trick is a variation of Garrett Thomas’s original concept but refined for modern performance. The method is simple, requiring no complex sleight of hand or difficult moves. The trick is designed to be performed in close-up settings, making it ideal for walk-around magic or social media performances.

Who Should Consider the Trick

Ring Thing is suitable for beginners and experienced magicians alike. Its straightforward method makes it accessible to those new to magic, while its strong visual impact ensures it remains a valuable addition to any performer’s repertoire. Magicians who enjoy quick, visual effects with minimal setup will find this trick particularly appealing.

Difficulty

The trick is rated as beginner-friendly. No advanced sleight of hand is required, and the method is easy to learn. The included tutorial provides clear instructions, ensuring performers can master the effect quickly.

What Magicians Say

MurphysMagicSupplies highlights Ring Thing as one of Nicholas Lawrence’s most famous effects, describing it as "gorgeous visual magic." The trick is praised for its simplicity and strong audience reaction. The At The Table Live Lecture includes additional effects, making it a cost-effective way to learn multiple routines.

Nicholas Lawrence’s version of Ring Thing is noted for its practicality and visual appeal, making it a solid choice for performers looking for a quick, impactful trick.

What people are saying about Ring Thing

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

Ring Thing is where you pull off your finger ring, toss it back towards your other hand, and have it visually appear back on your finger. This is Nicholas's take on Garrett Thomas's Ring Thing.

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