A magical night out
Has it been difficult to come up with ideas for a fun night “on the town” with your partner? When that elusive date night rolls around, it’s time to get away and spend some valuable time with that special someone. Though dinner and a movie is the old stand-by, it can also be a bit of a bore. If you find yourself in that rut, it’s time to think different and consider finding out where your local magic club is located. It is true that not every city has a dedicated magic club, but you can find magic acts performing in nightclubs and comedy clubs all over. It’s a great idea to check the local paper to find out where magic acts are performing. You might be lucky and be treated to a street magician style show in the comfort of an indoor venue.
Magicians and illusionists the world over build their acts on the back of the classic card trick. The card trick is a perennial favorite, and often the magic trick upon which aspiring magicians begin to build their repertoire. Cards are cheap, easily accessible, and portable for just the kind of street magic that is all the rage. Street musicians use a wide variety of objects to perform their tricks, but most popular remains, as always, card tricks.
Famous street musician David Blaine’s popularity has driven many magicians to begin performing street style magic in their nightclub routines. David Blaine magic grows in popularity by the day, where amazing sleight of hand is performed with ordinary objects. It’s not surprising that street style magic has such wide appeal. These musicians don’t depend on bombastic expensive illusions that cost thousands of dollars. This type of act is better suited to the Las Vegas strip, and there’s no doubt they’re impressive and astounding. Street musicians bring a contrast to Vegas acts by combining classic sleight of hand with unassuming, yet cool and collected showmanship. The street musician ethos is dependant on spontaneity, but a talented performer can bring this street attitude to the performance stage.
So when you’re at a loss for what to do with your sweetie on a Saturday night, consider finding out where the closet magic show is located. You’re likely to be treated to something special and memorable. Your partner will be delighted with your creative idea for a night out, leaving boring dinner and a movie night in the dust. Go ahead and give it a try, you won’t be sorry!