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 freely selects a card from a deck, which then vanishes impossibly. The magician reveals that the chosen card has been waiting in plain sight the entire time—printed on the back of the spectator's own 'Hello, My Name is...' nametag. This effect combines comedy, mentalism, and personalization, making it highly interactive and memorable. It's 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 pre-printed reveal stickers, and five different card options for repeat performances, all lightweight and packing flat for easy transport.

Key features

No sleight of hand required, making it accessible for all skill levels
Highly interactive and customizable for various venues like strolling and tradeshows
Comes with 100 blank name stickers and 50 reveal stickers for multiple performances
Lightweight and packs flat for easy carrying
Five different card options allow for repeatability without suspicion
Emphasizes comedy and character-driven presentation, ideal for performers with a persona

Pros

Easy to perform with minimal practice
Generates strong audience reactions due to personalization
Practical and portable for working magicians
Allows focus on presentation and audience interaction
Comedic appeal enhances entertainment value

Cons

Relies on gimmicked elements that may need replacement over time
Limited to card-based revelations, potentially restricting versatility
Requires setup with name stickers before performance

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. It uses a standard "Hello, My Name is..." sticker as a key part of the method. The kit includes 100 blank name stickers and 50 pre-printed reveal stickers. The reveal is not limited to one card; the kit provides five different card options. This allows the trick to be performed multiple times for different people. The method requires no sleight of hand. The entire prop is lightweight and packs flat for easy transport.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is for magicians who perform in social or walk-around settings. It is ideal for strolling magicians and tradeshow workers. Performers who use comedy in their acts will find it a good fit. It is also suitable for magicians who want a trick that is easy to carry and set up. Alex Kirk notes that the trick allows the performer's personality to drive the effect.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick is described as almost self-working. It requires no sleight of hand. The method is simple, letting the performer focus on presentation. Murphy's Magic states that no sleight of hand is required, making it easy to perform. The instructions are clear and the routine is straightforward.

What magicians say

Nick Locapo from Penguin Magic highlights the trick as interactive and designed to make every performance unforgettable. He says it is a comedy card routine where a chosen card vanishes and impossibly reappears on a spectator's nametag.

A summary from Murphy's Magic notes that the trick is highly interactive and can be customized for various venues. It emphasizes that the method is streamlined for practicality.

Alex Kirk from Monster Magic Shop praised the trick for its inherent comedy. He said the method was simple, allowing the performer's personality to carry the effect.

JS Magic from Champion Magic endorsed the trick as a well-constructed effect with comedic appeal. They described it as a practical and powerful addition for working magicians.

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, Piff the Magic Dragon. 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.