The Trick With A Name by Piff the Magic Dragon

Created by: Piff the Magic Dragon

The Trick With A Name is a close-up card magic routine created by Piff the Magic Dragon, where a spectator selects a card from a deck, which then vanishes and impossibly reappears printed on the back of their own 'Hello, My Name is...' nametag. This effect combines comedy, mentalism, and personalization, making it highly interactive and memorable. It is designed for strolling, tradeshows, and parlour settings, requiring no sleight of hand and being almost self-working. Buyers receive a kit with 100 blank name stickers, 50 reveal stickers, and options for five different card reveals to allow for repeat performances, all packed flat for easy transport.

Key features

No sleight of hand required, making it accessible for all skill levels
Highly interactive and customizable for various performance venues
Includes 100 blank name stickers and 50 reveal stickers for multiple uses
Lightweight and packs flat for easy carrying
Allows for repeat performances with five different card options

Pros

Strong comedic and character-based appeal
Easy to perform with minimal practice
Generates high audience engagement and surprise
Practical for working magicians in strolling and event settings

Cons

Relies on gimmicked materials, which may need replenishment
May not suit performers who prefer sleight-of-hand heavy tricks

Effect

A spectator selects a card from a deck. The magician shows that the card has vanished. The magician then reveals that the chosen card has impossibly appeared on the back of the spectator's own nametag. The trick uses the spectator's name to create a personal and surprising moment.

Full details

The Trick With A Name is a complete routine created by Piff the Magic Dragon. The method requires no sleight of hand. The trick is almost self-working. It comes with all necessary components. The kit includes 100 blank "Hello, My Name is..." stickers and 50 pre-printed reveal stickers. The reveal is not limited to one card. The kit provides five different card options. This allows for repeat performances. The entire setup is lightweight and packs flat for easy transport.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is good for magicians who perform in social settings. It works well for strolling magic and tradeshows. It is suitable for performers who enjoy comedy and audience interaction. It is also a good choice for magicians who prefer tricks that are easy to carry and set up. Alex Kirk noted that the trick allows the performer's personality to drive the effect.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick is not difficult to perform. It requires no sleight of hand. The method is described as almost self-working. This makes it accessible to magicians of various skill levels. The performer can focus on presentation and comedy. Murphy's Magic stated that no sleight of hand is required, making it easy to perform.

What magicians say

Nick Locapo from Penguin Magic highlighted the trick as interactive and designed to make every performance unforgettable. Murphy's Magic Supplies noted its high level of interaction and customization for different venues. Alex Kirk from Monster Magic Shop praised the trick for its comedy and simplicity. He said the method was simple, allowing the performer's personality to carry the effect. JS Magic from Champion Magic called it a well-constructed trick with comedic appeal and a strong, seemingly impossible revelation.

What people are saying about The Trick With A Name

ChampionMagic says...

JS Magic clearly enjoyed this release, suggesting that The Trick With A Name lives up to the inventive and comedic reputation of its creator. The reviewer's positive endorsement indicates it's a well-constructed trick that provides a memorable moment for audiences.

monstermagicshop says...

True to the persona of Piff the Magic Dragon, this trick was praised for its inherent comedy and character-based presentation. Alex appreciated that the method was simple, allowing the performer's personality to carry the effect.

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

The trick involves a card vanishing and appearing on the back of a participant's nametag. No sleight of hand is required, making it almost self-working and easy to perform.

penguinmagicshop says...

A comedy card routine where a chosen card vanishes from the deck and impossibly reappears on a spectator's nametag. It's highlighted as being interactive and designed to make every performance unforgettable.

SaturnMagicShop says...

For magicians familiar with Piff's style—a unique blend of dry wit, character-based comedy, and clever magic—this trick is likely designed to embody his particular performance persona.