Master Class for Mentalism 2025, SESSION 1
In response to many requests and because of extraordinary demand, we are delighted to present this Master Class aimed exclusively at mentalists. Jeff McBride's Master Class is the premier program in contemporary magic where YOU and your performance take center stage in a safe and supportive setting.
At this Special Master Class, all of the performances, talks, and breakout sessions are focused on the performing art of MENTALISM. Regular faculty members Jeff McBride and Dr. Larry Hass will share their knowledge and experience with Mentalism and Mystery Entertainment. Legendary mentalist and Senior Faculty Member ROSS JOHNSON will once again spend time with the class--either in person or through a special, exclusive online lecture. (As we get closer to the event, other special guest stars may be added to the list.) This will be a RARE opportunity to learn the deepest secrets of mentalism from Ross.
In addition to the Personal Performance Feedback sessions--where you get expert direction on improving your performances--the Master Class for Mentalism features small-group learning and trick teaching, as well as KEYNOTE LECTURES from Ross, Jeff, and Larry. These are high-level, cutting edge lectures on the topics, techniques, and/or leading figures in our field, prepared especially for this course.
This is an exciting opportunity, and it will sell out quickly. We hope that you will join us this October 9-12, 2025!
PLEASE NOTE: Registering for the Master Class does not guarantee one of the 10 Work-in-Progress Performing slots. Those will be assigned later in the order of when someone registers with a deposit.
General Outline of the Class Schedule:
Day One
6:00-9:00 p.m.: Registration and Starting the Work
Day Two
9:00-10:00 a.m.: Opening Session
10:00-12:00: Works in Progress--see new magic, and learn new ways to improve your performance
12:00-1:15: Lunch
1:15-2:45: Works in Progress
2:45-3:30: Small Group Break Out Sessions
3:30-5:00: Dr. Larry Hass, Keynote Lecture
Day Three
9:00-10:00 a.m.: Opening Session
10:00-12:00: Works in Progress
12:00-1:15: Lunch
1:15-2:45: Works in Progress
2:45-3:30: Small Group Break Out Sessions
3:30-5:00: Ross Johnson, Keynote Lecture
Day Four
10:00-11:00: Opening Session
11:00-1:00: Works in Progess
1:00-2:00: Lunch
2:00-3:15: Jeff McBride, Keynote Lecture
3:15-4:00: Small Group Break Out Sessions
4:00: Closing Circle Ceremony and Photo session
4:30: Safe travels!
The Master Class for Mentalism is limited to a small group of participants. Although there is no pressure to perform, many students choose to present their act (or a mentalism piece they are working on) for expert direction from Jeff and Larry--and Ross (when able to be present) who are all committed to helping you attain new levels of excellence with your performance of mentalism.
If you are looking for detailed, personal instruction in an intimate and safe setting, consider attending a McBride Master Class, magic's most progressive learning experience.
The Master Class includes personal instruction and a videotaped feedback session. This is the only event in the world of magic that focuses on YOU and the performance of your mentalism. Those who choose not to perform are always amazed at how much they learn from experiencing McBride's Master Class process and especially from listening to the critiques of others.
