{"product_id":"comedy-magic-textbook-by-david-roper-david-ginn-estate-sale","title":"Comedy Magic Textbook by David Roper \u0026 David Ginn [Estate Sale]","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_subsection\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eThis item comes from an estate sale. It has not been opened and is in sealed, brand new condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eSpanning 248 hardbound pages, \u003cem data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eThe Comedy Magic Textbook\u003c\/em\u003e by David Roper distills over 20 years of research and real-world experience into a comprehensive guide to comedy magic. Roper examines the subject from every angle—combining solid theory with practical application—so you’ll not only understand \u003cem data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"405\"\u003ewhy\u003c\/em\u003e comedy works, but \u003cem data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"429\"\u003ehow\u003c\/em\u003e to use it effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eInside, you’ll find dozens of tried, tested, and performance-ready routines, brought to life with 80 illustrations by Jim Kleefeld and 30 photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eThis book is written for magicians, clowns, comedians, ventriloquists, public speakers, storytellers—anyone who wants to entertain with engaging, family-friendly comedy magic. It’s a resource that informs, inspires, and challenges you to think creatively, while serving as a go-to reference you’ll revisit again and again as you develop your own material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eContents include 12 chapters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lk8tr0\" data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003eWhy Do Comedy Magic?\u003c\/strong\u003e – Eight compelling reasons that make sense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d2d32j\" data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003eWhat \u003cem data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eIs\u003c\/em\u003e Comedy Magic?\u003c\/strong\u003e – Four core types, with plenty of examples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fn1opt\" data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eHow to Perform Comedy Magic Effectively\u003c\/strong\u003e – Two proven approaches, plus gags and routines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dlzyri\" data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eGeneral Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e – Nine essential principles, including character development, writing, and avoiding cheap laughs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"612ry4\" data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eA Controversial Question\u003c\/strong\u003e – The ethics of using others’ routines and published material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eThe second half of the book focuses on complete routines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"6\" data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qmyebd\" data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eThe Polish-Irish-Aggie Award Winning Trick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b81gij\" data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eComedy Opening Routine – featuring a chain escape and suitcase sequence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b9qd2w\" data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003eTumbleweed Tidbits – including the “Rice Bowls”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xev1t8\" data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003eComedy Car Mat – a close-up worker’s dream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"iys0d5\" data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eHippity-Hop Rabbits – adaptable for kids or adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8pv2ta\" data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003ePatriotic Professor Cheer – with a strong finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"185liwt\" data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eLess-Than-Perfect Magician – including a pullet production, MIKO, and a wild head chopper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eThe Comedy Magic Textbook\u003c\/em\u003e stands as one of the few dedicated works exploring the art of family-oriented comedy magic—making it an essential addition to any performer’s library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wunderground Magic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47802680246490,"sku":"bb-cmt","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/7176\/9223\/files\/cmtextbook.jpg?v=1777251675","url":"https:\/\/wundergroundmagicshop.com\/products\/comedy-magic-textbook-by-david-roper-david-ginn-estate-sale","provider":"Wunderground Magic ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}