Where Magic Is Bought By Maskelyne
It is astonishing the number of things a magician must know before he can hope to succeed fully. Nothing is too out-of-the-way for him to mark, learn, and inwardly digest; nothing too obscure for him to delve into and find out the whys and the wherefores; and nothing in the art too big for him to tackle.
Starting In Magic With Maskelyne
Magic is not merely a matter of telling people which card they chose, or showing them how to pour lemonade, tea, coffee, beer, and water out of one teapot. It is the whole show that counts…
Edwin Sachs On Magic
“It is as pleasant to be cheated as to cheat,” is a maxim that must have been framed expressly for conjuring.
Edwin Sachs’ Advice To Magicians
Having at length brought the beginner to that point where he will first have to shift for himself in real earnest, I wish to leave him in a position to do credit to my tuition, and, with this object, impart a few hints for his guidance.
Houdini, The Versatile Artist
Harry Houdini, "The World's Handcuff King and amazing Prison Breaker," a title universally and unanimously bestowed upon him, has had a career as adventurous and romantic as the most imaginative writer could possibly conjure.
The Lost Photos Of René Lavand
In 1972, two legendary Argentian artists came together to create incredible art together.
How To Get Booked For Magic Shows All Over The World
You must constantly be ready to demonstrate your prowess in the art of magic. You are not so much trying to sell your services but rather establish yourself as a unique creator of powerful magical experiences.
Penn Jillette Describes Being Fooled By Mahdi
I’ll remember this for the rest of my life… Gentlemen, you’ve just been fooled by pure sleight of hand by a man without hands.
Penn & Teller: Fool Us
Legendary Vegas Showman Johnny Thompson personally invited Mahdi Gilbert to appear on the third season of The CW’s PENN & TELLER: FOOL US in 2016. Mahdi was flown in to Las Vegas and spent the next week preparing for a performance that would mark the world of magic forever.
The Amazing Magicians
When the Jiangsu Broadcasting Corporation decided to air a magic show in China they knew that they wanted to produce a TV show like no other. Mahdi Gilbert was one of the Western magicians asked to perform on the program.
Star King
Mahdi Gilbert was the first foreign magician to appear on South Korean national television in 2016. (SBS) Star King (놀라운 대회 스타킹) is the most popular program in the country and they devoted an entire episode to his magic and his motivational speaking.
The One Show
The British Broadcasting Corporation invited Mahdi Gilbert to perform live on national television in 2018. Over 5 million people tuned in to see Mahdi’s episode on (BBC One) The One Show hosted by Alex Jones & Matt Baker.
Our Magic
Mahdi Gilbert was featured a documentary on the art of magic. Our Magic documentary about the art of magic as seen by thirty one of the most respected thinkers, performers and creators in the art.
Luís de Matos // IMPOSSÍVEL
The greatest Portugese illusionist, Luís de Matos invited Mahdi Gilbert to take part in a brand new live television magic show on RTP1 called IMPOSSÍVEL. This show features amazing human beings who have done, do, and perform the impossible and make the world a more magical place.
Die Ehrlich Brothers präsentieren: Showdown der weltbesten Magier
RTL in Germany aired Die EHRLICH BROTHERS Präsentieren : Showdown Der Weltbesten Magier hosted by Laura Wontorra. Mahdi Gilbert was invited to perform one of his signature routines on this popular program that was seen by millions of people in Germany.
Ocean of Dreams
Ocean of Dreams is a fantasy, theatrical show that features incredible magic. The show is set on Dream Maker, a ship that is sailing through an fantastical sea filled with dreams, illusions, and love.
Modern Magic: An Evening of Bespoke Conjuring
In 2014, Mahdi Gilbert and Shane Cobalt set out to create a groundbreaking new magic show. It would be named after a classic magic book, Modern Magic by Professor Hoffman and feature centuries old magic that has never been seen by anyone alive.
Mahdi The Magician: Live
Mahdi The Magician: LIVE is a combination of Mahdi telling his life story, bringing to life the stories of the great magicians, and his unique brand of magic & mind reading.
Mahdi Presents Magic In Your Hands
Magic In Your Hands is magic in your hands. Magic happens in your hands. The magic show takes place in your hands. It’s unimaginable, unbelievable, indescribable and must be experienced.
How Magicians Think: Overcoming Obstacles
This is podcast episode about seeing beyond limitations and succeeding despite enormous obstacles. Bring a tissue and tune in. Let this episode serve as your spiritual nourishment for the week.