Ryan Mentis

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Andy Nyman

In this biography, we explore the life and legacy of Andy Nyman, co-creator of Derren Brown’s television empire, a celebrated West End actor, an accomplished filmmaker, and a driving force in contemporary mentalism.

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Propless Mentalism

If you’ve ever performed a routine with nothing but your mind, your mouth and a dramatic pause or three, you’ve stepped into propless territory.
Some call it genius, some say it’s Demonology.

The rest just call it: Talking in riddles until someone gives up
and agrees with you.

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The Art of Revealing

Explore the wonderful world of Radek Hoffman’s The Art of Revealing. Discover what makes this mentalism release a surreal, mind bending tool for performers.

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Al Baker

Discover the legacy of Al Baker, the brilliant magician and mentalist whose ideas influenced generations.
Explore his career, creations and lasting impact on the world of performance magic.

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The Secret Psychology Behind Mind Reading

Let’s get something out of the way right now:
Mind reading isn’t real… Or is it?

Okay fine, I’ll be honest with you. We don’t actually peek
into your skull with X-ray eyes.
There’s no psychic antennas and we don’t need to chant to the moon, although moon chanting is fun and it definitely adds to the theatrical flair.

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MY MIND ROCKS

I’m not saying My Mind Rocks is magic but it is a community full of magic. Ever heard the phrase: Wise men speak because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something?
Well, forget that. Here, everyone has something wow to say, but the real genius is Looch’s ability to teach it.

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Anna Eva Fay

 Discover the remarkable life of Anna Eva Fay, the 19th century mentalist and spiritualist performer who captivated audiences and influenced the evolution of mentalism.

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Magpie Syndrome

Discover why mentalists and magicians fall victim to
Magpie Syndrome. That compulsive urge to buy every shiny new trick or book.
A weird, wild and slightly uncomfortable look into the psychology of magical consumerism.

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The Straitjacket That Never Made it to The Lake

Let me cast your mind back to 1989: Madchester, shell suits and that glorious sound of a Walkman chewing your favourite cassette tape halfway through side B.

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No peeking behind the curtain!

Mindreader or not.

Even our secrets need secrets!