Spread by Alakazam Magic

Effect

Spread is a visual card magic effect. A spectator sees a card or a group of cards change in a surprising way. The change happens instantly and looks impossible. The effect is direct and happens in the spectator's hands.

Full details

Spread is a self working trick. It does not require sleight of hand. The method is simple and clever. The trick uses a standard deck of playing cards. It is easy to reset. You can perform it multiple times in a row. The angles are good for most performing conditions. You can do it surrounded. The effect is visual and happens at your fingertips.

Who should consider the trick

Spread is for magicians who want a strong visual effect. It suits beginners because it is self working. It also suits experienced performers looking for a quick and visual trick. It works well for close up magic. It is good for walk around performances. It fits into any card magic routine.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Spread is easy to perform. The method is simple to learn. You can learn it in minutes. It requires no practice of difficult moves. The trick is almost automatic. You can perform it right after you learn it. It is reliable under performance conditions.

What magicians say

Magic Orthodoxy focuses on practicality for working magicians. He says the trick is deceptive. He notes it has good angle limitations. He includes a performance demonstration in his review. He gives an honest assessment of its value.

Alakazam Magic UK hosts discuss Spread as one of their favorite tricks. They mention it in a live stream about popular effects. They highlight it alongside other well known tricks like Invisible Deck.