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Showmanship for Magicians

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Dariel Fitzkee

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178 Seiten
7 Lesestunden

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Showmanship for Magicians, published in 1943 by Dariel Fitzkee, is the first volume of the Fitzkee Trilogy, a significant work still influential among magicians and illusionists. Fitzkee, born in 1898 in Illinois, initially focused on specific magic tricks in his earlier writings, contributing to Genii Magazine with columns that explored various aspects of magic. Despite his extensive analysis, he struggled to achieve professional success, with a touring act that failed in 1939-1940. However, his written works, particularly the Fitzkee Trilogy, have become foundational texts in the field. Frustrated by the mediocrity of 1940s magic, Fitzkee critiqued performers for clinging to outdated styles and props. He believed magic should evolve to resonate with contemporary audiences. In this book, he identifies 39 "Audience Appeals," derived from successful entertainment forms, which can enhance magic performances. The subsequent volumes, The Trick Brain and Magic by Misdirection, further develop his ideas, focusing on the mechanics of magic and the psychology of deception, respectively. Fitzkee's trilogy emphasizes that entertainment is the primary goal of a magician, guiding performers to engage and captivate their audiences effectively.