Suspended Animation
Key features
Ideal for stage performances
No visible supports or wires
Seamless and effortless execution
Pros
Visually stunning
Leaves audiences in awe
Perfect as a centerpiece act
Cons
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Effect
The Suspended Animation trick makes a person appear to float in mid-air with no visible support. The effect is striking and looks impossible to the audience. The performer remains motionless, enhancing the illusion of weightlessness.
Full details
Suspended Animation is a levitation illusion performed live. The trick requires no camera edits or special filming techniques. The performer appears to hover in the air, defying gravity. The method is hidden, making the effect clean and convincing.
Who should consider the trick
This trick suits magicians who perform stage or street magic. It works well for those who want a visually impressive effect. The trick requires some setup, so it may not be ideal for quick, impromptu performances.
Information on how difficult it is to perform
The trick involves precise technique and practice. The performer must control their movements to maintain the illusion. While not overly complex, it requires smooth execution to avoid revealing the method.
What magicians say
Matthew McGurk demonstrates Suspended Animation in a live performance. His execution makes the trick look effortless. The effect is visually striking and leaves viewers in awe. The lack of visible support enhances the illusion.
What people are saying about Suspended Animation
MattMcGurk says...
Matthew McGurk performs the Suspended Animation illusion live and unedited, creating the jaw-dropping effect of a person floating in mid-air without any visible support.
Performance videos
Suspended Animation Illusion | Illusionist | Matthew McGurk
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Review videos
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