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Tom Lauten Special user 689 Posts |
Do to the unique nature of this effect PLEASE do not "over-describe" or create an issue over it's main feature in open discussions about it. This will only diminish the fun for EVERYONE. Please use your better judgement and value magic's tradition of discretion...
The Silent Treatment – by Jon Allen http://www.thesilenttreatment.co.uk/ Price (including postage): UK Inland - £31.50 Overseas - £33.00 Difficulty: 2/5… nothing tough in terms of handling but a confident and engaging performance approach is needed to make it really fly. They say: The Silent Treatment can be done as an opener or even in the middle of an act. Draw your audience right in without having to say a single word! For close-up or even larger audiences like in the video, it is a wonderful piece of theatre. Imagine all the places and situations where an entertaining, involving and magical effect that requires no speaking would be perfect. The Silent Treatment is made from high quality, hardwearing materials to ensure that you will be performing this for a long time to come… I say: Well I have known about The Silent Treatment (TST) for a short while now and couldn’t wait to get my grubby hands on a copy…hee hee hee hee.. I can imagine myself finding ANY opportunity to use this effect. From now on I will look forward to entering a room, a pub (and not JUST for that reason) a party, a dinner…anything really, just so I have a chance to perform this! But it’s not just for openers. There is any number of ways to fit this into a set, although it does tend to lend itself naturally to either topping or tailing a performance. The technique/s used are simple and you can go into the effect with confidence. There are no knuckle-busting moves, sleights or awkward moments, everything plays out beautifully. The materials you get are clean and well made. The printing is clear and of very nice quality indeed. This should last for years. A DVD is provided as the source of instruction and outlines Jon Allen’s routine and technique in meticulous detail. No stone is left unturned. Jon employs a charming wit without being wearisome as so often happens when people try to “be funny”. He gets on with it and entertains…what a relief! You are taken through the trick from A-Z and Jon offers his own personal hints and tips to ease your silent way! I’m sure there will be variations posted by users for years to come but Jon does a more than ample job of training you for knock out performances on the disk. “You will learn well young Jedi!” You will need to have cards to perform this (well, duh!)...just thought I would mention that! Overall: What can I say…this is seriously good mojo. Old fashion magic?…mentalism?…bizarre magic?…comedy? Take your pick. This is a great routine and a solid method combined with quality props and a comprehensive training DVD. Jon Allen clearly cares about turning out a quality product both in concept and in real terms. The price? I think most people will get far more than their moneys worth from The Silent Treatment! Rating: Oh go on…10/10!
Living at and loving Loch Ness!
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Christopher Williams Inner circle Portsmouth, UK 4464 Posts |
As usual Tom, the Café can rely on you for a good and honest review, and I have already commited to my order, but this reinforces it, I cant wait
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Tom Lauten Special user 689 Posts |
Through work-weary eyes I am practicing already!
I really like what Jon has put together here. In fact it is much more than I had thought upon first glance...really top stuff.
Living at and loving Loch Ness!
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Xiqual Inner circle Upper left quadrant 4935 Posts |
Ordered mine too. Oh happy day!!
Jon is also very personable. He is always willing to answer any questions. Waiting..... James
Still with the Chinese circus
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Vraagaard Inner circle Copenhagen, Denmark 1479 Posts |
SO, if you live in a country where the english language is not used, can you then still use the props supplied or will you have to make your own?? And in such case, how hard is it to make your own props. I understand that it comes with cards with words on them - wished I could se a demo of the presentation prior to buying it.'
Can anybody describe in just a little more detail what is going on from a spectator point of view? |
multiply Loyal user England (Olde!) 202 Posts |
Vraagaard, here is a more up-to-date thread:
http://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/viewt......&185
Gary B
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Vraagaard Inner circle Copenhagen, Denmark 1479 Posts |
Thanks
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