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Coffee! Welcome to The Magic Café
Thank you for joining us...
2 2 Sep 7, 2001 09:01 pm
by Steve Brooks  <GO>
Coffee! Announcements (Please Read)
Check here for news and information concerning the Café.
99 1,597 Aug 7, 2023 03:52 am
by Paul Budd  <GO>
Coffee! When dining with us...(Please Read)
Café rules & etiquette, Posting guidelines, Magic transactions, Secret sessions, Avatars, Icons and How to make a post.
8 8 Dec 28, 2007 03:55 am
by Steve Brooks  <GO>
Coffee! I want to see the manager!
Do you have an idea or suggestion for our menu? Or just a question? Post it here
2,233 9,621 Sep 28, 2023 12:22 pm
by UKNeil  <GO>
Coffee! Our new arrivals
Here is a place for new members to introduce themselves to the rest of our community.
10,966 72,269 Sep 28, 2023 04:57 pm
by Magic&Serenity  <GO>
Coffee! A Special Message For Lurkers
Please read...
1 1 Sep 23, 2001 02:25 pm
by Steve Brooks  <GO>
Coffee! The Magic Café Tech Help Area
Are you having technical issues with the forums? If so, explain your situation or ask your questions here.
2,964 11,489 Oct 1, 2023 11:00 am
by MagicMan43  <GO>
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The beginners table Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! New to magic?
If you are a beginner, here is the place to seek advice and ask questions.
7,850 108,157 Oct 1, 2023 05:58 pm
by davidpaul$  <GO>
Coffee! The tricks are on me!
This forum is for discussing the history and practice of Volunteering to perform for various groups for free (e.g, hospitals, nursing homes, fundraisers, etc). This is especially useful for beginners or those wanting to try out new material.
318 4,022 Sep 11, 2023 04:20 am
by TomB  <GO>
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The International Brotherhood of Magicians! Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The International Brotherhood of Magicians!
This forum is for the discussion of topics involving the I.B.M. Posts may include questions about joining, club meetings, lectures, convention information and the like. Remember, I.B.M. subject matter only.
1,255 7,069 Sep 24, 2023 03:05 pm
by Michael G Taggert  <GO>
Coffee! I.B.M. Youth
I.B.M. Youth! This forum is for the discussion of topics involving the I.B.M. Youth. Posts may include questions about joining, events, etc. Remember, I.B.M. Youth subject matter only.
66 194 Sep 4, 2023 10:52 pm
by om_darji  <GO>
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The Society of American Magicians! Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The Society of American Magicians!
This forum is for the discussion of topics involving the S.A.M. Posts may include questions about joining, club meetings, lectures, convention information and the like. Remember, S.A.M. subject matter only.
815 3,936 Sep 12, 2023 02:12 am
by Robin Dawes  <GO>
Coffee! The Society of Young Magicians!
The Society of Young Magicians! This forum is for the discussion of topics involving the S.Y.M. Posts may include questions about joining, events, etc. Remember, S.Y.M. subject matter only.
117 444 Sep 28, 2022 11:21 pm
by Russo  <GO>
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The Fellowship of Christian Magicians! Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The Fellowship of Christian Magicians!
This forum is for the discussion of topics involving the FCM. Posts may include questions about joining, club meetings, lectures, convention information and the like. Remember, FCM subject matter only.
690 5,157 Sep 4, 2023 10:33 pm
by jamiedoyle  <GO>
Coffee! The Good News!
Topics on the art of gospel magic.
2,044 22,427 Sep 25, 2023 04:27 pm
by UKNeil  <GO>
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Canadian Association of Magicians! Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! Canadian Association of Magicians!
This forum is for the discussion of topics involving the C.A.M. Posts may include questions about joining, club meetings, lectures, convention information and the like. Remember, C.A.M. subject matter only.
590 3,762 Sep 24, 2023 07:06 pm
by balzar  <GO>
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KIDabra International! Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The Association of Family and Kidshow Performers
This forum is for the discussion of topics involving KIDabra International. Posts may include questions about joining, chapter meetings, lectures, conference information and the like. Remember, KIDabra subject matter only.
521 4,331 Sep 28, 2023 10:06 am
by wally  <GO>
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The Meeting Room Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The Essential Magic Conference
The Essential Magic Conference is the world’s first web conference for magicians. 33 speakers spread over 3 days of conference streamed live worldwide! This forum is for discussions relating to the EMC only - All other content will be removed.
21 244 Mar 8, 2022 04:30 pm
by MagicByVincent  <GO>
Coffee! MINDvention
MINDvention is THE annual mentalism convention held in Las Vegas open to anyone interested in mystery entertainment and mentalism. This forum is dedicated to discussions related to the MINDvention convention - all other content will be removed.
107 977 Sep 16, 2023 09:14 pm
by JanForster  <GO>
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Pick a card...any card Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The workers
Serious discussions surrounding tricks and effects which use pure skill and sleight of hand. Lovers of the pasteboards unite!
26,000 448,678 Oct 1, 2023 04:00 pm
by Dannydoyle  <GO>
Coffee! Deckless!
Topics and discussions centering around tricks which do not use an entire deck of cards (e.g, a packet trick, torn & restored, card warp, etc).
1,453 19,880 Sep 28, 2023 04:52 pm
by J M Talbot  <GO>
Coffee! Gaffed & Funky
This forum dedicated to discussions pertaining to the use of gimmicked or specialty packs (e.g, Invisible deck, Stripper, Svengali, Mirage, Split, etc). Topics may also include custom printed cards (e.g, Double face, 31/2 clubs, clear cards and other odd varieties).
3,688 36,385 Oct 1, 2023 01:07 am
by DGillam  <GO>
Coffee! The Big and the Small
This area reserved for posts which deal in the specialty arena of tricks and effects using jumbo or miniature playing cards.
361 2,644 Sep 12, 2023 07:55 am
by Brent McLeod  <GO>
Coffee! Shuffled not Stirred
This is the forum to discuss the art and practice of using stacks and other special arrangements of the pasteboards. Topics may include the use of marked cards and memorized deck work.
1,393 19,113 Sep 29, 2023 04:29 pm
by Claudio  <GO>
Coffee! All in the cards
This forum created for the discussion of tricks and effects which are pretty much self-working or extremely easy to do. (e.g, no sleights, semi-automatic, no skill).
995 12,209 Sep 29, 2023 10:36 am
by Pyppo100  <GO>
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The Museum of Playing Cards Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The Depository
General discussions on the history of playing cards, preservation, care and maintenance & storing of your prized decks. This is also the place to talk about your collection & share photos with the community.
237 791 Sep 19, 2023 02:03 pm
by Deckstacker  <GO>
Coffee! The Card Studio
Thinking about creating your own deck? This forum is for you! Serious discussions on playing card design, crowd funding, printing sources, marketing, etc.
143 472 Sep 14, 2023 09:00 pm
by Paul Budd  <GO>
Coffee! Hot off the Press!
This forum provided as a place where you can discuss the latest rumors, read announcements and speculate about the obvious hyperbole surrounding many of the upcoming decks that are being released into the card community. Will they indeed be the next Federal 52 or something of the dollar store variety?
336 761 Sep 3, 2023 10:53 pm
by EndersGame  <GO>
Coffee! Deck the Halls
This forum is strictly for the review of playing cards, card clips & other playing card related items. Is it a great product or simply more of the same? You decide. Any off topic material will be removed.
985 1,553 Aug 3, 2023 11:13 pm
by Peter X  <GO>
Coffee! The Trading Room
Looking to buy, sell or trade a pack of cards? Look no further, this is the place for you! But remember, "Caveat emptor"-let the buyer beware.
4 5 Aug 28, 2023 05:34 pm
by BWind  <GO>
Coffee! Pasteboard Frolics
You take card flourishes seriously? Are you really into XCM? Do you see yourself as part of the Cardistry crowd? Then this is the forum for you!
983 11,737 Sep 16, 2023 07:55 am
by EndersGame  <GO>
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Show me the money Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! Nothing up my sleeve...
If performing sleight of hand magic with coins has you excited, this is your forum! Topics may include effects like Matrix, Coins across, Misers Dream, etc. This is also the area to discuss Okito box work.
11,279 178,182 Oct 1, 2023 02:39 am
by Mb217  <GO>
Coffee! Trick coin trickery
Discussions of tricks or effects which seemingly use ordinary filthy lucre, but do not ( Scotch & Soda, Coin in bottle, etc )
4,001 54,269 Sep 30, 2023 08:22 pm
by PxHntr  <GO>
Coffee! Paper money madness!
This area for discussions of tricks and effects using paper currency.(Misled, $100 Bill switch, Bill tube, etc)
1,187 14,062 Sep 24, 2023 07:52 am
by Olli  <GO>
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Close up workers Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! Rings, strings & things
Discussion on performing magic with rings, strings, dice, rubberbands, pencils, paddles, etc.
4,466 52,349 Sep 24, 2023 03:24 pm
by Alan Munro  <GO>
Coffee! Table hoppers & party strollers
General discussion on working restaurants and bars, as well as doing strolling magic
6,516 117,576 Oct 1, 2023 04:54 pm
by danfreed  <GO>
Coffee! The side walk shuffle
Discussions on the serious art of busking.
3,725 56,424 Sep 28, 2023 05:41 pm
by TheAmbitiousCard  <GO>
Coffee! Ever so sleightly
Discussions on magic that uses sleight of hand skills, such as Cups & Balls, Sponge Balls, the Chop Cup and so on.
4,752 82,683 Oct 1, 2023 04:55 am
by Galaxy Magician  <GO>
Coffee! Where to put it all...
General discussions on prop management
1,045 12,259 Sep 30, 2023 03:16 am
by gaddy  <GO>
Coffee! Magic...at a moment's notice!
Often, out of the blue, you are requested to perform. Are you prepared? What do you do? This area is to discuss the keen art of 'Impromptu' and 'Improvisational' magic.
719 16,153 Sep 24, 2023 05:03 am
by YoikYasi  <GO>
Coffee! Street Magic
Performing random acts of magic for a total stranger...
1,843 28,205 Sep 28, 2023 10:31 pm
by Anemoi  <GO>
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Stage, Platform and Parlour Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! Grand illusion
General discussion on large illusions.
8,696 113,150 Oct 1, 2023 06:36 am
by FrankFindley  <GO>
Coffee! Boxes, tubes & bags
Topics on living room type magic (tricky bottles,change bags,linking rings,etc)
4,291 55,154 Sep 30, 2023 12:54 am
by mrdane  <GO>
Coffee! Knots and loops
General discussion on rope magic
1,240 16,892 Aug 27, 2023 01:55 am
by Jbond207  <GO>
Coffee! Finger/stage manipulation
Topics on billiard balls, thimbles, pipes, cigars or cigarettes, candles, dancing canes, card productions, zombie and more!
3,531 43,430 Oct 1, 2023 12:03 pm
by Anatole  <GO>
Coffee! F/X
Discussions on the use of lights, music, sound, fog, backdrops, etc.
2,787 27,030 Sep 26, 2023 11:32 pm
by Amazing Magic Co  <GO>
Coffee! Lights...camera...action!
Topics covering performing on television, video, film, radio, and other media.
697 4,123 Jul 20, 2023 01:52 am
by wizardmagic  <GO>
Coffee! Polly wants a cracker...
General discussion on using and caring for doves, rabbits, parrots and other livestock.
2,693 27,749 Sep 9, 2023 09:37 pm
by Frank528  <GO>
Coffee! Smooth as silk
General discussion of magic with silks and handkerchiefs. Topics may include the caring of silks, folding, dyeing, etc.
1,873 20,737 Sep 17, 2023 04:33 pm
by Rainboguy  <GO>
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The Attic Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! Friend of a Friend
The exploration and discussion centering around Urban Legends. All other subject matter (e.g, frauds, hoaxes, etc) will be removed.
42 799 Sep 9, 2023 08:35 pm
by landmark  <GO>
Coffee! Penny for your thoughts
General discussion of mentalism.
23,424 443,452 Oct 1, 2023 01:55 pm
by BCE  <GO>
Coffee! You are getting sleepy...very sleepy...
Serious discussions on the art and practice of Hypnosis.
1,723 28,822 Sep 10, 2023 02:57 am
by Slim King  <GO>
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The Cellar Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The spooky, the mysterious...the bizarre!
If graveside magic is your thing...
11,249 170,682 Oct 1, 2023 04:11 pm
by Joshua J  <GO>
Coffee! Once upon a time...
Magic routines presented in story form
326 2,646 Aug 16, 2023 03:05 pm
by Mental_Mike  <GO>
Coffee! Periods & styles of Magic
This forum is for specific discussions surrounding various Time Periods and Character Based Magic performing.
176 1,988 Apr 14, 2023 02:56 pm
by imgic  <GO>
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Special Interests Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The Feminine Mystique
Serious discussions surrounding the problems and/or advantages of performing magic as a woman. For example, clothing issues with pulls, topits, holdouts, etc. Ladies, this area is provided especially for you!
293 3,052 Sep 12, 2023 11:37 am
by WitchDocChris  <GO>
Coffee! The little darlings
Topics on the challenging art of performing for children, including birthday shows,school programs, and magic with a special message.
10,456 181,099 Sep 30, 2023 09:10 pm
by Goldfield  <GO>
Coffee! All tied up!
General discussion covering escape magic. Topics include ropes,chains,boxes,handcuffs,strait jackets,etc.
3,455 42,291 Jul 30, 2023 11:06 am
by DrVG  <GO>
Coffee! Oldies... but goodies!
Discussion on magic collecting (posters,autographs,old props,etc)
1,006 5,408 Sep 9, 2023 07:22 am
by Moxahalla  <GO>
Coffee! Up in smoke!
If you love to play with fire...Remember, this forum is for discussions on routines and possible presentational ideas for effects with fire - NOT methods or recipes for fuel mixtures.
1,322 8,902 Sep 19, 2023 06:49 pm
by Rafael The Master Hypnotist  <GO>
Coffee! Now that’s funny!
General discussion on comedy magic
1,868 103,503 Sep 20, 2023 02:47 pm
by shooz  <GO>
Coffee! The workshop
This area is for those interested in building their own props
4,743 48,206 Oct 1, 2023 05:26 pm
by edshern  <GO>
Coffee! Tricky business
Discussions on working cruise ships, & doing trade shows. Topics may also include routine ideas for motivational magic & other specialized programs. This is also the area to talk about the business side of magic (e.g, contracts, promotions, taxes, etc)
5,495 88,641 Sep 30, 2023 03:56 pm
by TomBoleware  <GO>
Coffee! Going for the 'Gold'
Interested in magic competition? Here is the place to post discussions on possible strategies, what to expect, how to prepare, what to wear. Topics may include news and views on upcoming contests, etc.
397 3,256 Aug 30, 2023 03:22 pm
by mavibaz  <GO>
Coffee! Magic Stage Left
Are you a southpaw? This forum is dedicated to us left-handed folks who practice magic in a right-handed world. Share tips, ideas and suggestions for performing and learning magic the left-handed way (which has its own unique challenges).
10 36 Sep 21, 2023 06:11 am
by jaschris  <GO>
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Room of Wonders Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! SansMinds Magic
This forum dedicated to discussions surrounding the SansMinds magic company and its unique line of magical creations. Topics may include history, collections, tricks, video's, etc. If you are a SansMinds fan then this is the forum for you!
43 2,117 Feb 3, 2023 09:43 pm
by JD_UK  <GO>
Coffee! Tenyo of Japan
This forum dedicated to discussions surrounding the Tenyo Magic company and its unique line of magical products. Topics may include history, collections, tricks, etc. If you are a Tenyo fan then this is the forum for you!
1,478 17,919 Sep 16, 2023 08:34 pm
by Inert  <GO>
Coffee! Tenyo Elite
This forum reserved for discussions surrounding the Tenyo Elite line of magic tricks which are produced by JPS Magic Studios Ltd. Which tricks will be produced? What are your personal favorites? Tenyo fans rejoice!
52 1,660 Oct 9, 2022 02:12 pm
by Magic Dust  <GO>
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Cons, Swindles and Scams Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The Gambling Spot
History, theory and ideas surrounding the mysterious world of the unscrupulous gambler. Topics may include card cheating, card counters, advantage players, etc. Strategies, theories and schemes for winning at Poker, BlackJack, Slots, Roulette, Craps and other casino games.
2,440 42,916 Oct 1, 2023 04:26 pm
by luvisi  <GO>
Coffee! Pardon me, sir...
Discussions pertaining to the art and practice of theatrical pickpocketing and the classic watch steal.
239 1,775 Apr 23, 2023 05:57 pm
by Fila  <GO>
Coffee! If right you win, if wrong you lose...
Serious discussions on Three Card Monte, Fast and Loose, The Shell Game and other such scams.
625 7,106 Oct 1, 2023 04:11 pm
by luvisi  <GO>
Coffee! Betchas
This forum dedicated to the discussion of bar bets, tricks, stunts and other silly wagers.
129 1,398 Mar 13, 2023 10:14 pm
by wulfiesmith  <GO>
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Carnival of Fun Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! Clowning around
Discussions on the art and practice of being a clown. Topics include history, make-up, costumes, funny props, face painting and more. This is also the area to discuss general circus life, history, lingo, etc.
503 3,876 Sep 4, 2023 12:33 pm
by David Todd  <GO>
Coffee! Catch this if you can!
General discussions on juggling, diabolo, devil sticks, yo-yo, unicycle, poi, meteors and the fine art of contact juggling.
1,018 8,063 May 9, 2023 10:26 am
by Mark Walker  <GO>
Coffee! Ballooning 101
This forum dedicated to balloons and ballooning. Topics include technique, sculpture basics, types of balloons, etc.
1,609 14,552 Jul 24, 2023 05:25 am
by KC  <GO>
Coffee! I'm a real boy!
Discussions on ventriloquism and the art of making and using puppets. Topics include vent techniques, voice training, types of dolls, using marionettes, Punch & Judy, story scripting and more!
2,011 23,838 Aug 4, 2023 12:53 pm
by Russo  <GO>
Coffee! Do you see what I see?
Serious discussions on the theatrical art and performance of pantomime, mimicry and general mime. Topics include history, inspiration and technique.
35 267 Jan 10, 2023 07:08 pm
by davidpaul$  <GO>
Coffee! Step right up!
The art and practice of the pitch. Discussions and topics on selling the Wondermouse, Svengali decks, fuzzy worms, steak knifes, candy, etc.
635 6,497 Sep 23, 2023 03:44 am
by PressureFan  <GO>
Coffee! Believe it or not...
Discussions of life on the midway - fire walking, eating glass, blockhead, bed of nails and other side-show stuff. Topics may include carnival history, games, lingo, grindshows, flea circus', exhibits, etc.
3,113 33,969 Sep 22, 2023 10:51 am
by SidMaxwell  <GO>
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The Lounge Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! You Oughta Be In Pictures
Forum for posts focusing on user-submitted videos or images. All media content should be appropriate for all audiences and must not contain any copyrighted intellectual property without the permission of the respective copyright holder. In addition, absolutely no exposure videos will be allowed - no exceptions.
5,757 38,959 Sep 24, 2023 05:17 am
by YoikYasi  <GO>
Coffee! Latest and Greatest?
This forum provided as a place where folks can discuss the latest rumors, read announcements and speculate about the obvious hyperbole surrounding many of the upcoming products that are released into magicdom. Will they be genuine miracles or mere rhetoric? We ponder the question...
18,101 523,720 Oct 1, 2023 05:33 pm
by Tim Novy  <GO>
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The Laboratory of Magic Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The Wizard Product Review from World Magic Shop
Are you a fan of the Wizard Product Review? If so, you'll be happy to know that this is the official forum to discuss all the things that are reviewed on the show. Remember, only Wizard Product Review material, anything else will be removed. Look inside for all the details!
522 9,373 Sep 23, 2023 01:10 am
by Wizard of Oz  <GO>
Coffee! 'Nothing But The Truth' by Craig Petty
A sporadically posted video show voicing personal commentary on the magic community at large. The show also includes reviews of tricks, books, videos, downloads, lectures and conventions. This is the official forum to discuss the various episodes. Any off topic discussions will be removed with no explanation given. Enter at your own risk...
14 215 Aug 19, 2023 04:49 pm
by Fromentum  <GO>
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A Family Tradition Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! Everything old is new again
Discussions on the history and origins of tricks & effects, props, apparatus, gimmicks and the like.
653 6,406 Sep 26, 2023 05:33 pm
by RNK  <GO>
Coffee! For the record
This forum is for topics and discussions related to the history and origins of various sleights, moves, and handlings.
175 1,589 Aug 6, 2023 07:52 am
by Thomas Henry  <GO>
Coffee! Magicians of old
This forum dedicated specifically to the discussion of magicians from our magical past, including such greats as Robert-Houdin, Houdini, Blackstone, Thurston, Carter, Marlo, Vernon and others.
1,287 11,001 Sep 19, 2023 06:48 pm
by dbootcheck  <GO>
Coffee! A turn of the page
This area dedicated to discussions on the history and origins of magic literature, including books, manuscripts, monographs, magazines and the like.
529 4,281 Sep 15, 2023 01:12 am
by Jonathan1000  <GO>
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Mind Benders Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! Magical equations
Discussions on the use of magic effects that rely on properties of arithmetic for success. Topics may also include magic squares and the like.
731 6,324 Sep 26, 2023 04:36 pm
by hcs  <GO>
Coffee! Seeing is believing
Discussions on the use and properties of optical illusions, and how these lines and drawings fool the eye.
240 1,636 Jul 30, 2023 06:27 pm
by Mr Mysterio  <GO>
Coffee! Puzzle me this...
This area dedicated to topics on puzzles that challenge the mind, be they Chinese boxes, blocks, metal and wire, discs, or even the famous Rubik's Cube.
1,166 12,852 Sep 19, 2023 04:57 pm
by Puzzlemaker  <GO>
Coffee! Rectangles and pentagons and squares, oh my!
This forum is for the discussion of the ancient art of Origami. Originating in Japan, the art and science of folding paper into shapes and its relationship with mathematics is a fascinating study.
70 442 Nov 19, 2022 11:12 pm
by DrVG  <GO>
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The Magazine Rack Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! VANISH - The International Magic Magazine
Topics and discussions relating to the pages of this electronic magazine. All other subject matter will be removed.
95 205 Apr 4, 2023 08:36 am
by mantel  <GO>
Coffee! REEL MAGIC MAGAZINE - TV For Magicians
Topics and discussions surrounding this DVD based magic magazine. All off-topic matter will be removed with no explanation given.
287 2,071 Jun 10, 2023 09:36 pm
by Koolmagic114  <GO>
Coffee! GENII - The Conjurors' Magazine
Serious discussions and topics regarding the latest content found within the pages of GENII magazine. All other subject matter will be removed.
379 2,197 Sep 9, 2023 07:03 pm
by ed rhodes  <GO>
Coffee! MAGICSEEN - Britain's brightest independent magic magazine
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27 101 Oct 21, 2022 12:36 pm
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Coffee! MAGIC - The Magazine For Magicians
This forum provided for discussions and topics regarding the latest happenings, articles, etc. which appear within the pages of MAGIC magazine. All off-topic matter will be deleted.
265 1,737 May 29, 2023 01:13 am
by Greg Kiefer  <GO>
Coffee! CHANNEL ONE - Magic, Satire & Goodies!
Come here to discuss the articles, gossip, satire and humor found inside this controversial periodical. All other subject matter is subject to removal.
8 84 Mar 22, 2021 08:17 pm
by Magiguy  <GO>
Coffee! ANTINOMY - Perception & Deception
Discussions pertaining to the tricks and articles which appear between the covers of this magical tome. Off-topic postings will be removed.
34 442 Sep 14, 2023 03:59 am
by Bill  <GO>
Coffee! THE MAGIC MENU - The International Journal for Close-Up Magicians
Topics and discussions pertaining to the contents of the Magic Menu magazine. All other subject matter will be deleted.
17 187 May 31, 2011 04:43 pm
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Office of Advisement Topics Posts Last Active
Coffee! The Magic Word by Scott Wells
Thru your host Scott Wells you will enjoy seeing the sights, watching the videos, and listen to podcasts with magicians talking about their magic, magic conventions and what's going on in the magic scene today. Look inside for full details!
412 577 Mar 28, 2023 05:04 pm
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Coffee! The Magic Newswire by Dodd Vickers
The Original Magic News & Information Portal On The Internet now has its very own discussion forum here on the Café. Do you have a question for Dodd, this is the place to post it. This area is for Magic Newswire topics only, all other material will be removed. Look inside for all the details!
34 269 May 9, 2017 08:49 pm
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Coffee! The Shift: Picks of the Week by Chris Ramsay
The Shift is a mash-up of product testing, sessioning and whatever else there is to do! Chris Ramsay delivers not only an in depth opinion on his two picks of the week but tests them out on the streets! He'll also bring you guys along for any conventions, jams or lectures that he attends! Look Inside!
110 374 Jun 24, 2020 09:09 am
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Coffee! Magic Friday by Jamie D. Grant
Every Friday a trick is taken out into the real world and performed under test conditions. Join Jamie, Angry Bob and all the rest as we learn which tricks really work and which ones just don't live up to all the hype. Look inside for full details!
173 207 Jun 10, 2013 12:04 am
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Coffee! DVD/Video tape scene
My take on the newest titles...
33 33 Jan 30, 2012 05:14 am
by Steve Brooks  <GO>
Coffee! Books/Pamphlets/Notes
A cover to cover look...
20 20 Sep 25, 2007 02:57 am
by Steve Brooks  <GO>
Coffee! Tricks & Accessories
In your show, or in a drawer?
118 118 Sep 25, 2022 09:11 am
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Coffee! Tricks & Effects
This area for reviews of magic tricks only.
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Coffee! Books, Pamphlets & Lecture Notes
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4,950 61,140 Sep 30, 2023 07:26 pm
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Coffee! Dvd, Video tape, Audio tape & Compact discs.
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4,977 75,469 Sep 28, 2023 03:22 pm
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Coffee! Ebooks, PDF's or Downloads
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2,811 33,672 Sep 22, 2023 08:40 am
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Coffee! Mentally Speaking
This area is specifically for the review of mentalism related items. This can include props, Dvds, books, monographs, pamphlets, manuscripts, notes, eBooks, PDF's and downloads.
1,246 26,267 Sep 30, 2023 06:18 pm
by qkeli  <GO>
Coffee! Stage Illusions
This area for the review of large stage size illusions (e.g, Zig-Zag, Sawing, Origami, Mis-made Girl, Levitation, etc).
406 5,062 Aug 27, 2023 07:04 pm
by Dougini  <GO>
Coffee! Magical Accessories
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1,319 13,271 Aug 27, 2023 05:23 am
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Coffee! What's Cooking?
Look here to learn about the latest products, contests and special offers that our Cafe sponsors are offering inside!
779 779 Sep 4, 2023 11:16 pm
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Coffee! Flavors from the past...
Reminisce about the dealers from days gone by and the products or advice they once offered, or perhaps just fond memories of those Saturday afternoons you spent hanging out in their shops.
242 1,620 Sep 14, 2023 11:19 pm
by David Todd  <GO>
Coffee! From Soup to Nuts
What do you look for when shopping for magic? What criteria do you use when deciding which dealer receives your hard earned cash, and why some may never hear from you again? This forum is NOT to discuss specific dealers, but rather the things they do that make you glad, or make you mad. Voice your ideas and thoughts here.
291 2,274 Sep 10, 2023 04:56 pm
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Coffee! My Side Of The Screen - by Steve Brooks
Thoughts and views on magic, the internet, and anything else that's on my mind.
4 5 Oct 29, 2006 07:33 am
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Coffee! The Return Of The (not so) Youthful Curmudgeon! - by Paul Chosse
Comments on the magic scene, past, present, and future. Plus: Close-up magic with just about anything. How-to, how not to, and why. In either case, you ought to bother...
42 47 Feb 20, 2021 09:09 pm
by P.Jane  <GO>
Coffee! A Hundreth Pleasant Conceipts - by Curtis Kam
Adventures in advanced coinmanship.
10 17 Nov 9, 2005 10:58 am
by Curtis Kam  <GO>
Coffee! Scott's Thoughts - by Scott Wells
Theories, thoughts, observations, opinions and reviews on myriad magical subjects.
19 43 Sep 7, 2010 02:19 am
by Scott Wells  <GO>
Coffee! From The Wizards Cave - by Bill Palmer
Our resident curmudgeon applies his wizardly wiles to work out problems in everything from ethics to history to indigestion.
57 140 Oct 8, 2006 07:07 am
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Coffee! The Illusionarium - by Peter Loughran
Featuring concept, design, performance, and theory in the world of illusion.
13 19 May 28, 2010 12:46 pm
by Peter Loughran  <GO>
Coffee! Notes from a Designer's Logbook - by George Ledo
Thoughts, ideas, and essays on imagination, creativity, prop design, and stagecraft... along with some techniques from the wonderful world of theater.
44 71 Sep 7, 2022 06:47 pm
by Brent McLeod  <GO>
Coffee! Enhancing Your Ability to Work Wonders - by Brad Burt
Essays on the Art and Craft of Being a Magician
57 58 Jul 31, 2012 04:24 pm
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Coffee! We double dare you!
Are you creative? This is the place to post ideas on presentation plots, no matter how silly, ridiculous, preposterous, or mundane. Remember, presentations-not methods.
967 6,906 Sep 28, 2023 09:17 am
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Coffee! A tangled web we weave...
General discussion concerning magic on the internet
2,915 21,358 Sep 28, 2023 12:21 pm
by UKNeil  <GO>
Coffee! So Happy together...
News and views on conventions, lectures, club meetings, etc.
4,600 34,066 Sep 22, 2023 12:57 am
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Coffee! Not very magical, still...
A place to discuss things which have nothing to do with magic
20,792 476,302 Oct 1, 2023 05:22 pm
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Coffee! Did you hear the latest?
Discussions on the latest news, gossip and rumors in the magic community.
2,849 29,488 Sep 28, 2023 09:00 pm
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Coffee! Let there be magic!
You have an idea you feel is commercial, now what do you do? Where do you sell it? How much do you ask? This forum is for the general discussion of magic publishing.
379 2,445 Sep 4, 2023 01:33 pm
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Coffee! Looking out for our own
Do you know of someone in the art who could use some words of encouragement right now? Perhaps they are ill, or have just lost a loved one? This is the forum to let our magic family at The Café help out.
1,000 10,105 Aug 20, 2023 06:33 pm
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Coffee! Magic names and the media
General discussions concerning the stars of magic. Topics may include reviews or commentary on tv specials, personal appearances, tour schedules, radio interviews, etc.
2,351 29,555 Sep 28, 2023 12:36 am
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Coffee! What happened, was this...
A place to tell stories and experiences from shows, tours or performances you have done. No questions, advice, or theories...just stories!
620 4,867 Jul 23, 2023 05:38 pm
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Coffee! The marquee says...
Planning your vacation and want to catch a little magic along the way? Look inside! This is the area to announce show schedules, so other members will know who is playing where!
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Coffee! Food for thought
This is the area to discuss creativity,theory,and psychology in our magic
4,447 104,687 Sep 28, 2023 10:56 pm
by tommy  <GO>
Coffee! The Science of Magic
Magic and science working side by side. What are the possibilities? Discussions may also include how scientific principles have fooled the uneducated since the dawn of time. How have times changed, if at all? This is the forum for such topics.
152 1,488 Jul 18, 2023 05:20 pm
by padre rich  <GO>
Coffee! Right or Wrong?
Thoughts and discussions pertaining to the generally accepted rules and standards of conduct as it relates to members of the magic industry who create, manufacture or publish. This forum is all about Ethics.
877 23,962 Aug 18, 2023 03:30 pm
by David Todd  <GO>
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Coffee! APPS-alutely
This area reserved for the discussion of APPS for the Apple iPhone, iPad, iTouch and various Android based devices. All other subject matter will be removed.
741 8,993 Sep 24, 2023 07:59 am
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Coffee! APPealing or APPalling?
This area is specifically for reviews of APPS for the Apple iPhone, iPad, iTouch and various Android based devices. Remember, reviews only. All other subject matter will be removed.
148 2,461 Aug 3, 2023 07:28 pm
by Beny  <GO>
Coffee! APPearing Soon...
This forum provided as a place where folks can discuss the latest rumors, read announcements and speculate about the obvious hyperbole surrounding many of the upcoming APP products that are being released for the Apple iPhone, iPad, iTouch and various Android based devices. Will they be useful for real magicians or just a novelty best left for the layperson?
136 2,443 Sep 6, 2023 10:24 am
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Coffee! Helping hands
Discussions on the use of assistants in our shows, be they on the payroll or taken from the audience. This area is also the place where professional assistants may gather to discuss the craft.
118 1,079 Feb 14, 2022 08:48 am
by Rodentia  <GO>
Coffee! The words we use
This area is to discuss ideas for Patter and the use of Scripts in our magical presentations.
589 6,736 Sep 9, 2023 12:48 am
by Corey White  <GO>
Coffee! The clothes we wear
Discussions on proper attire, and how your wardrobe may affect the way in which your audience perceives you. Topics may include types of dress, be it formal wear, contemporary, retro, etc.
704 8,327 Sep 30, 2023 12:52 am
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Coffee! Time after time
Discussions on the importance of practice and rehearsal, and the difference between the two. Topics may include discipline, and advice or tips on forming good working habits in this important area.
168 3,213 Jul 31, 2023 03:53 pm
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