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Frank Tarbeaux and the Cutlas Case

Frank Tarbeaux and the Cutlas Case

Andi Gladwin - Monday, December 30, 2019

Category: Articles

In this concluding part, Andi Gladwin shares a surprising end to Tarbeaux's story, where he became the defendant in a famous court case.

Frank Tarbeaux and Wild Bill Hickok

Frank Tarbeaux and Wild Bill Hickok

Andi Gladwin - Saturday, December 28, 2019

Category: Articles

What really happened in that famous card game in Deadwood in 1876? Frank Tarbeaux was apparently there.

Tarbeaux's Monte Script

Tarbeaux's Monte Script

Andi Gladwin - Friday, December 27, 2019

Category: Articles

In part three of this series, Andi shares Frank Tarbeaux's script from his Monte hustle.

Arizona Frank’s Monte Scam

Arizona Frank’s Monte Scam

Andi Gladwin - Thursday, December 26, 2019

Category: Articles

Andi Gladwin's series on Frank Tarbeaux continues with a look at Tarbeaux's Monte scam, in his own words.

Frank Tarbeaux: A Card Cheat You Never Knew

Frank Tarbeaux: A Card Cheat You Never Knew

Andi Gladwin - Wednesday, December 25, 2019

Category: Articles

In this five-part series, Andi Gladwin introduces us to a previously-unknown card cheat, Frank Tarbeaux, who was at the right place at the right time too often!

2019 Holiday Opening Hours

2019 Holiday Opening Hours

Vanishing Inc. - Tuesday, December 24, 2019

Category: About Vanishing Inc.

Find out when we'll be working over the holiday period this year.

The Insider | Andi & Josh Holiday Special

The Insider | Andi & Josh Holiday Special

Damian Jennings - Monday, December 23, 2019

Category: The Insider

I should probably just put the timestamp for Josh and Andi freestyle rapping patter for hippity hop rabbits. But I'll make you listen to the whole thing. Cos I can.

Fortune Cookies and Fame

Fortune Cookies and Fame

Jonathan Friedman - Sunday, December 22, 2019

Category: About Vanishing Inc.

This week's performance from The Magic of Jonathan Friedman: The Musical involves a chopstick, a fortune cookie, and well ... wait and see!

A Little Practise Video

A Little Practise Video

Damian Jennings - Friday, December 20, 2019

Category: Articles

Jason Ladanye having a little practise with some cards.

How to Get Started in Card Magic

How to Get Started in Card Magic

Joshua Jay - Thursday, December 19, 2019

Category: Articles

Joshua Jay gives some tips on how to get started in card magic.

Gift Guide for Magic Books

Gift Guide for Magic Books

Ellis James - Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Category: Articles

Into magic books? Of course you are. We got you.

Happy Birthday, Principa!

Happy Birthday, Principa!

Damian Jennings - Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Category: Articles

Harapan has recorded a little Happy Birthday video...

Real Magic Review | Pure Imagination

Real Magic Review | Pure Imagination

Steve Faulkner - Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Category: Real Magic Review

If you're looking for an in-depth look at Pure Imagination, you're in the right place.

Does RD Insta live up to the hype?

Does RD Insta live up to the hype?

George Luck - Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Category: Articles

Find out whether RD Insta lives up to all of the hype.

The Insider | Jon Armstrong

The Insider | Jon Armstrong

Damian Jennings - Monday, December 16, 2019

Category: The Insider

This one has it all. Candid honesty, amazingly practical advice and some laughs along the way. All in 30 minutes.

Light My Fire

Light My Fire

Jonathan Friedman - Sunday, December 15, 2019

Category: About Vanishing Inc.

This week, Jonathan Friedman shares a fun, and original, variation of the Lie Detector plot!

Gift Guide for Accessories

Gift Guide for Accessories

Ellis James - Friday, December 13, 2019

Category: Articles

Here's our guide to some must have, and one luxurious, accessories for the magician in your life. Or you.

2019 Holiday Shipping Deadlines

2019 Holiday Shipping Deadlines

Vanishing Inc. - Thursday, December 12, 2019

Category: About Vanishing Inc.

Buying a gift for the magician in your life? View our shipping cutoff dates here.

FULLY BOOKED: Vortex

FULLY BOOKED: Vortex

Harapan Ong - Thursday, December 12, 2019

Category: Fully Booked

Today, Harapan writes about Tom Stone's Vortex. Includes an exclusive video performance.

Real Magic Review | Connected by Vinny Sagoo

Real Magic Review | Connected by Vinny Sagoo

Steve Faulkner - Wednesday, December 11, 2019

Category: Real Magic Review

Steve takes a look at Connect by Vinny Sagoo. Spoiler: he's not impressed.

Gift Guide for Magic Downloads

Gift Guide for Magic Downloads

Ellis James - Tuesday, December 10, 2019

Category: Articles

Here's another selection of gift ideas. This time, our magic downloads are highlighted.

The Insider | Steve Reynolds

The Insider | Steve Reynolds

Damian Jennings - Monday, December 9, 2019

Category: The Insider

Marlo, Marlo, Marlo, Shuffles, Marlo.

Holiday Baffling Blocks

Holiday Baffling Blocks

Ben Young - Sunday, December 8, 2019

Category: Articles

A holiday idea for Baffling Blocks

The Five Best Card Magic Books For Beginners

The Five Best Card Magic Books For Beginners

Joshua Jay - Friday, December 6, 2019

Category: Articles

Joshua Jay gives some advice for people wanting to learn card magic.

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