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Street Monte by Jeki Yoo

Created by: Jeki Yoo

Street Monte is a close-up magic trick that reimagines the classic street scam Monte with a magical twist, using three coasters designed like poker chips: one red and two blue. The magician challenges the spectator to find the red coaster among the shuffled coasters, but despite their efforts, the red coaster always ends up in an unexpected location, especially after placing a poker chip on it to supposedly make it easier to follow. This trick is designed for bar settings, utilizing everyday props like coasters to enhance audience engagement and create a memorable magical experience.

Key features

  • Uses three coasters: one red and two blue, designed like poker chips.

  • Designed for bar settings, enhancing engagement with natural props.

  • Compact in size, making it easy to carry and perform anywhere.

  • Complete routine with a surprising climax, adding fun and amazement to any show.

Pros

  • Fresh and engaging take on a classic concept.

  • Uses relatable props, making the magic more accessible and surprising.

  • Compact and practical for various performance environments.

Cons

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Effect

The Street Monte trick uses three coasters designed to look like poker chips—one red and two blue. The magician shuffles the coasters and challenges a spectator to find the red one. Despite the spectator's best efforts, they repeatedly fail. In the final phase, the magician places a poker chip on the red coaster to make tracking easier, but the red coaster still ends up in an unexpected place, creating a surprising and magical moment.

Full Details

The routine is designed for bar settings, using everyday props like coasters to make the magic feel natural and engaging. The trick is compact and self-contained, making it easy to carry and perform in various environments. The climax is designed to be surprising, with the red coaster appearing where the spectator least expects it.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for magicians who perform in casual settings, especially bars or restaurants. It works well for those who want a quick, interactive routine that uses common objects. The trick is also suitable for performers who enjoy audience participation and want a fresh take on the classic Monte scam.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The trick is designed to be easy to perform, with no complex sleight of hand required. The focus is on presentation and audience engagement rather than difficult moves. The routine is structured to guide the spectator naturally, making it accessible for magicians of different skill levels.

What Magicians Say

Jeki Yoo, the creator of Street Monte, describes it as a fresh and fun take on the classic Monte scam. He emphasizes its suitability for bar performances, where the use of coasters makes the magic feel more natural. Yoo says, "Picture yourself at a bar performing with coasters as your props—with such natural items, your audience will be even more drawn into the magic." The trick is presented as a complete routine that adds a new layer of fun to any show.

The routine is praised for its surprising climax and practicality, making it a strong choice for magicians looking for an engaging and easy-to-perform trick.

What people are saying about Street Monte

SaturnMagicShop says...

The routine is designed for bar settings. The use of relatable props enhances audience engagement. [...] Compact in size with a surprising climax, Coaster Monte is not just a trick, it's complete within itself, adding a whole new layer of fun and amazement to any show.

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