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Tim Trono Inner circle 1114 Posts |
Paul Harris' True Astonishments DVD set is finally coming to the finish line and will be available around the first month or two of 2009. I know there has been an incredibly long delay as the project was basically started over completely 3 different times. The good news is this has made the project so much better than when it first started a number of years ago. The production and the material is just SO much better than where this started. Paul set very strict standards on this project and was willing to keep pushing until it was exactly what he wanted and the level he wanted in both the production and in the material.
Initially (for about 4-6 months) the True Astonishment DVD set will only be released as an amazing collector's set. It consists of 9 DVDs in a beautiful custom made wooden box. The box alone is worth at least 50 bucks. There is a secret puzzle box aspect to this for opening the box. Would love your feedback as to if you want to discover the secret yourself or if you want the clue right up front. Each of the 9 DVDs will come with a special prop in this collector's set. This is the last big multi volume project that Paul will create. TA is truly the culmination of the highest level of Paul's creative powers. Al thought $300 is a lot of money, especially in today's economy, I believe that this is under priced at that and a real bargain. For those who invest in this I can assure you it will be one of the best purchases you will ever make in magic and probably one of the most important projects to have come out in magic in many years. The material is simply unbelievable. Paul and his production crew cut out anything that was not tested rock solid, A+,real world material...all with breakthrough methods and handlings that are truly astonishing. As Paul has described some of the newer creations over the last several months I always find myself thinking "wow that is fantastic". In Art of Astonishments and some of Paul's other books there was an occasional pipe dream effect to get one's creative juices flowing. In True Astonishments the routines are all tested work horses and just super strong- some of the strongest magic to hit the market in a long time. And as with the best of Paul's material, the methods and theories behind these new pieces are as exciting as the effects themselves. The 9 DVDs include performances and teaching by Bro Gilbert, Andrew Gerard, Wayne Houchin, and many others with Paul taking us through this journey. There are interviews between Paul and some of the top magicians in the world. There are a handful of weird pieces of strange that are really not magic but just cool things to enjoy. But going back to the main material... you could take a number of the items off this set, learn them, and never need to learn another effect again. Many of the creations represent THE PERFECT SOLUTION to classic PH effects. To name one, Paul's solution to changing a borrowed bill in a spectator's hand will simply stop you in your tracks. Paul is not the same guy you saw on the old Stars of Magic videos/DVDs. He's still got that quirky/fun side but he's just more "solid". This is very reflective in the look/feel of the DVDs and quite frankly the whole project from production to material. You'll get a great idea of where Paul is if you watch the Reel Magic Quarterly # 1 interview I did with Paul or read the article Eric Mead wrote in Magic Magazine. Over the next month I will be going through and discussing some of the highlights of all of the DVDs. This will be a little challenging for me because almost every effect is a highlight. It's hard though to express how strong these items are. I can assure you this is not hype. If you are concerned about that then you should not take my word but instead wait for some of the feedback from those who get this. It's a big investment so you should not take it lightly but those that get it will be absolutely delighted. Almost any effect in this set could have easily been released as a stand alone item. This will undoubtedly be one of the most important releases to come along in years. More info to follow... just wanted to give everyone an update. Tim Trono |
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Logan Inner circle 2289 Posts |
That's great news! Wow!
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VcosNJ Inner circle 1179 Posts |
Finally some real news! Time to save my pennies. Really looking forward to this.
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MagicBrent Inner circle 2574 Posts |
Forget pre-orders...how about magic layaway..I'm in!
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michaelmystic2003 Inner circle 3062 Posts |
I will DEFINITELY be buying this.
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Douglas Lippert Inner circle E Pluribus Unum 2343 Posts |
WOW! I just felt a frog jump in my throat. I am really excited about this project. $300 sounds like a lot but it is only $33.33 per dvd and you also get the neat wooden puzzle box and special prop. What a deal!
Mr. Trono, can you please ask Paul Harris to sign every wooden box set (the dvd's)? Or at least have it as an option. I don't know about other people but seeing the performer's signature gives it a more sentimental value. Especially if this is Paul's last project.
Douglas Lippert
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rorythegreat Veteran user Seattle, WA 393 Posts |
Great news. Time to start saving. Good thing we have a little while to save up for this. The anticipation!
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michaelmystic2003 Inner circle 3062 Posts |
It is, indeed, a great deal. Well worth shelling out the cash for I think.
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Review King Eternal Order 14446 Posts |
This will be an important release. I didn't "get" Paul years ago. I loved an used his material, but didn't get the "quirky/fun side" that he showed on his Art Of Astonishment video.
And then I saw an interview where he was quiet serious and talked about the moment of astonishment when performing and...a light went on and I got it. Magic took on a new meaning for me and it changed how/what I perform. When I get this set, I'm going to listen to it like I still listen to the Beatles White Album: slowly and enjoying every delicious moment!
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Judah Vee Special user of the JV Naughty Vanish.... 884 Posts |
AS I so often do, I TOTALLY AGREE with Chris!!! I will have my order in on the first day they are available, and spring for over night shipping....
I don't care how fast or slow you are.... As long as I am faster.. -J-
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Tom G Inner circle 2895 Posts |
Paul has told me about a few of the things in the set, and there's some very
cool thinking on these dvd's. Much less some re-workings of some of his classics. |
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palmtreemagic! Loyal user Everywhere and wherever 261 Posts |
Hmm...Paul Harris hasn't released a completely new book or DVD since AoA, which was about a decade ago. I can only imagine what crazy cool stuff he has come up with since then! Can't wait...
Unleashing the moment of astonishment, one impromptu situation at a time.
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A.G. Special user Vancouver- Canada 960 Posts |
I just watched the trailer for this, and its the most amazing set of dvd's I think close up magic will ever see.
I am biased as I have 3 effect on it, but aside from that.... nobody will be disspointed with these. Andrew Gerard
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jprace Inner circle 2209 Posts |
I can not wait for this! This is going to be a huge hit!
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Jimeh Inner circle Ottawa, Ontario 1399 Posts |
Wow! Sound pretty nuts to me!!
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magic-dabra Regular user Knoxville, TN 153 Posts |
Tim: To answer your question in your post: I would like for the answer to the puzzle box be listed on a website with a special password for those who buy the set.
Let me work on the box first and if I can't find the answer then I can turn to the website before I rip it to pieces to get to Pauls great stuff |
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palmtreemagic! Loyal user Everywhere and wherever 261 Posts |
Is there a tentative release date for the trailer?
Unleashing the moment of astonishment, one impromptu situation at a time.
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Douglas Lippert Inner circle E Pluribus Unum 2343 Posts |
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On 2008-11-16 19:17, A.G. wrote: Where can I watch the trailer?
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A.G. Special user Vancouver- Canada 960 Posts |
I don't think the trailer is up yet, Paul showed me at his house last night.
best AG
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Review King Eternal Order 14446 Posts |
Tim, thanks for the great info on the set. Also, for letting us know the approximate price so folks with families can start saving for it.
I like the secret puzzle box aspect. It's good for the mind to solve things like this ( or try;-) And..if we have access to go find the answer when we've had enough frustartion, that would be cool. It's ONLY $300? When I tell everyone that Paul Harris changed the way I think and perform magic( which has carried over to other parts of my life ) I would have paid far more for this set. I think it's going to be "The Holy Grail" for Paul Harris enthusiasts and close-up workers in general. My 50th birthday is in February, so this looks like the gift I'll treat myself to celebrate it ( last year my mom gave to me my late, beloved, Dad's 1955 Gibson acoustic ).
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the saddest are, "It might have been" ..........John Greenleaf Whittier |
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