{"product_id":"creation-of-a-magic-act-by-robin-deville","title":"Creation of a Magic Act by Robin Deville","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidopen --\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"mmlink-embedded-video\" controls disablepictureinpicture width=\"100% !important\" id=\"vid0\" poster=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/images_trailerStartup\/80533-video1-preview.png\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video1_416p.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidclose --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidopen --\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"mmlink-embedded-video\" controls disablepictureinpicture width=\"100% !important\" id=\"vid1\" poster=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/images_trailerStartup\/80533-video2-preview.png\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video2_416p.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidclose --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidopen --\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"mmlink-embedded-video\" controls disablepictureinpicture width=\"100% !important\" id=\"vid2\" poster=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/images_trailerStartup\/80533-video3-preview.png\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video3_416p.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video3.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidclose --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidopen --\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"mmlink-embedded-video\" controls disablepictureinpicture width=\"100% !important\" id=\"vid3\" poster=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/images_trailerStartup\/80533-video4-preview.png\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video4_416p.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video4.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidclose --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidopen --\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"mmlink-embedded-video\" controls disablepictureinpicture width=\"100% !important\" id=\"vid4\" poster=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/images_trailerStartup\/80533-video5-preview.png\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video5_416p.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video5.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidclose --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidopen --\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"mmlink-embedded-video\" controls disablepictureinpicture width=\"100% !important\" id=\"vid5\" poster=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/images_trailerStartup\/80533-video6-preview.png\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video6_416p.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.murphysmagicsupplies.com\/video\/clips_mp4fs\/80533-video6.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c!-- mmlvidclose --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMost magicians learn tricks. Very few learn how to build a real act-one with rhythm, progression, and identity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn act that feels like a performance... not just a technical demonstration. That's exactly what Robin Deville has achieved.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWinner of The One at Blackpool 2025, French Champion of Magic, FFAP Close-Up Champion (2019), and FISM Europe 2024 laureate, Robin has established himself as one of the most exciting creators of his generation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut beyond the titles lies a deeper question: how is a true magic act created? This book is the answer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBehind the scenes of a real act\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003cb\u003eCreation of a Magic Act\u003c\/b\u003e, Robin takes you inside the process of building a performance. You'll learn how to think from the spectator's perspective, structure magical progression, and turn raw ideas into unforgettable moments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe also reveals the most common mistakes magicians make-and how to avoid them. More importantly, he shows you how to find your own style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA laboratory of creativity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book features the fascinating COPYCAT series.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring lockdown, Robin challenged himself to create mini-acts inspired by masters like Yann Frisch, Boris Wild, Juan Tamariz, Pierric, and Dani DaOrtiz-not to copy them, but to understand how great creativity works.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA powerful method to develop your own voice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA real-world case study\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobin fully breaks down his award-winning act Dr Blue \u0026amp; Mr Red.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom first ideas to dead ends, artistic decisions, structure, and fine details-you get a rare, honest look at how a competition-winning act is built.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete routines included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo bring his thinking to life, Robin teaches several of his working routines:\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoins Through the Table - three coins penetrate the table, no gimmicks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandwich Chercheur - a direct, intelligent sandwich routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant Sandwich - a fast, visual take on the classic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvestigator Sticker - an original concept built around a sticker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGambler vs Magician - a dynamic, multi-phase duel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eEach effect is explained not just technically-but as part of a larger act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMore than a magic book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis isn't just a collection of tricks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a deep dive into the creative process of a modern magician who has spent years turning ideas into powerful performances.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you want to go beyond tricks...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you want to build something that truly feels like your magic...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book might completely change the way you think about performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd honestly-we can't wait to see what you create after reading it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003eForewords - 6\u003cbr\u003e Introduction - 8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eI. The Magic Act\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Beginning - 12\u003cbr\u003e Stage Close-Up Act and Its Particularities - 14\u003cbr\u003e Methodology (and Mistakes to Avoid) - 20\u003cbr\u003e Making Your Act Memorable - 28\u003cbr\u003e Summary - 31\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eII. Copycat: Style Exercise\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Problematic - 35\u003cbr\u003e\"A la Frisch\" - 36\u003cbr\u003e\"A la Wild\" - 38\u003cbr\u003e\"A la Lavand\" - 42\u003cbr\u003e\"A la Mancha\" - 48\u003cbr\u003e\"A la Pierric\" - 51\u003cbr\u003e\"A la Gomez\" - 54\u003cbr\u003e Review - 55\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIII. Practical Case: Dr Blue \u0026amp; Mr Red\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Blank Page? - 58\u003cbr\u003e Guideline - 60\u003cbr\u003e Let's Start Over! - 62\u003cbr\u003e Fake Good Ideas - 66\u003cbr\u003e Final Choices - 70\u003cbr\u003e Props - 75\u003cbr\u003e The One - 78\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIV. Tricks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Coins Through the Table - 96\u003cbr\u003e Sandwich Chercheur - 102\u003cbr\u003e Instant Sandwich - 110\u003cbr\u003e Investigator Sticker - 114\u003cbr\u003e Gambler vs Magician - 118\u003cbr\u003eConclusion \u0026amp; Thanks - 124\u003cbr\u003e Sources - 126\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHighlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy a multi-award-winning magician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA clear method to build a complete magic act\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull routines to understand the creative process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rare insight into modern magical creativity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuotes: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"If you apply what Robin shares in this book, you'll be able to take your performances to the next level and create even stronger magic. Enjoy!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eBoris Wild\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Read the following pages carefully. They will help you appreciate and understand all facets of Robin, as well as the evolution of our art-with its strengths and its flaws.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eBernard Bilis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I consider Robin Deville to be an important voice in contemporary French magic and, without a doubt, a figure who will continue to shape its future. These pages bring together not only valuable ideas, but also the way of thinking of a magician who has chosen to take magic seriously.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eLuis Olmedo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56334719123835,"sku":"CREATEACT","price":51.42,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/8225\/8105\/files\/80533-full.png?v=1784040386","url":"https:\/\/alakazam.co.uk\/it\/products\/creation-of-a-magic-act-by-robin-deville","provider":"Alakazam Magic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}