The Four Faces of Magic
TRANSFORMING EYE CANDY INTO SOUL FOOD
Four Saturdays: Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 / 11am-1pm PST
Join us for a rare opportunity to study the deeper philosophical and psychological powers of the magical archetypes, and learn some great routines to add to your performance!
Since the dawn of time, the role of the magician has always been central to many cultures. More than a mere trickster, the magician is a shaman, story-teller, and, in our modern age, a technological disruptor. In this exciting new interactive learning experience, you will have an chance to study with Jeff McBride, who is acknowledged as one of magic's leading performers and philosophers. Jeff will personally teach you how you can can tap into the raw elemental power that is the essence of the archetypal magician.
Jeff McBride was awarded the Theory & Philosophy Award from the World Championships of Magic, FISM. This is one of the highest honors in the world of magic, and, for the first time in history, Jeff will share with you his philosophy on the life cycle of the magician... and you will learn many new exclusive magic routines that have never been published before!
If you cannot attend live, you can watch the videos on demand anytime you like, but you must register for the class, as this material will not be made publicly available.
Take Aways
- In each class, you will learn three exclusive practical magic routines that will demonstrate and highlight the theory and philosophy being presented.
- New material and many new routines will be offered. We know that many of you return, class after class, and we are prepared with new wonders to delight you.
- You will also get presentational tips and bonus video extras. We will fill your heart and soul with magic and we will also fill your hands with many new effects and illusions that will highlight the teachings.
- This is a four class series. Each class is 90 minutes, with 30-minute bonus Question & Answer session.
If you cannot attend live, you can watch the videos on demand anytime you like, but you must register for the class, as this material will not be made publicly available.
Q. Who are these classes for?
Those of you who want to add more meaning, power, and emotion to your magic.
Magicians who are ready to deepen their understanding of the history, mythology, and secret techniques that can transform a Trickster into a Master.
THE WAY OF THE TRICKSTER: TECHNIQUES FOR TRANSFORMATION
The Trickster is the disruptor who turns our reality upside down. Learn the ways and means of master Tricksters and how to use them to capture people’s hearts and minds.
- *”Abracadabra” - An Anytime, Anywhere Opener
- * A Trickster’s Tale… with a Sudden Twist
- *”Adios Amigos,” a Powerful Finale and Exit
More than just tricks, you will learn techniques of surprise, shock and awe.
THE WAY OF THE SORCERER: POWERS OF DISCIPLINE
- The Sorcerer is the hero who captures and concentrates magical powers and focuses them to work their will upon the world. Yet, it takes more than mere tricks to become a Sorcerer; it takes discipline and many skills. In this class, we will focus on theatricality, character, and presentation.
- Fire & Flash - An Eye-Popping Opener
- Abracadazzler- Powerhouse Audience Participation
- Drop the Mic! An Ending to End All Endings
Become a master of your destiny and access the power of the Sorcerer to transform your tricks into real magic.
THE WAY OF THE ORACLE: VISIONS AND DREAMS
The Oracle is the master of the inner world, a visionary who taps into our inner landscapes, can appear to read minds and can even predict our future. In modern times, these Oracles appear as mentalists, mind readers, and mystery entertainers.
- Visions of Tomorrow: A Forgotten Classic, Updated
- I Can Read Your Mind: Fortune Telling with Playing Cards
- A Message from Beyond: Spirit Messages for Today’s Audiences
The Oracle shows us the way inward and helps us to build our skills of empathy, intuition, and creative visualization.
THE WAY OF THE SAGE: THE MYSTERY OF MASTERY
The Sage is the keeper of the inner secrets The real secrets of magic are only passed down from master to student… in whispers. The Sage is a collector of knowledge, experience, and hard-won wisdom. When you tap into your inner Sage, you have the entire history of mystery at your fingertips.
- The World’s Greatest Illusion- A Teaching Tale for All
- Alchemy- Transforming the Lead of this World into Wisdom
- The Great Chain of Being- The Art and the Heart of Magic
The Sage initiates us into the deeper meanings of magic so we can transform eye candy into soul food.
