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Bar Magic with Bibik - Magic Review

Sebastian's channel aims to provide honest reviews of magic products, and this video focuses on 'Bar Magic with Bibik' by Vanishing Inc., a $20 download featuring a 40-minute bar magic show and an interview with Bibik and Joshua Jay. Sebastian highlights the material's value for those interested in bar magic or comedy magic, noting that while not for everyone, it offers significant insights. The download includes a performance, tutorials, and an interview discussing the art of bar magic and career building. The routines showcased utilize gags and simple methods, including wind-up toy card appearances, lemon seed gags, a 'worst spectators list' gag, rope magic, a chop cup routine, and coin magic, often relying on classic techniques like top changes and forces. Sebastian praises the practicality of the material, its adaptability to various venues, and the good angles for performance. He emphasizes the comedy focus, ease of learning, and the interview's valuable insights, ultimately giving the download a rating of 7 out of 10 for its entertainment value and adaptability, especially appreciating the chance to observe a master in their element.

Key points

  • The download leans heavily into comedy magic.

  • The routines are generally very easy to learn.

  • The interview with Bibik and Joshua Jay offers valuable insights into bar magic.

  • The material is adaptable for various venues.

  • Most routines require a table (around 75%), but many can be performed standing.

  • Good angles (ranging from 180 to 360 degrees) and inspectability of most routines.