The Magician's Magic Shop Articles to help magicians improve their magical performance. Why you shouldn't let anyone examine your magic props .
Spectators are naturally curious and performers are naturally defensive.
Nervously we watch as he pulls, pushes, prods and otherwise manhandles the trick. Nobody in this situation, including the spectator, really wants the secret to be revealed. There is no compelling reason to let anyone handle your props . You will get no reward when the spectator doesn't figure it out, and you run the strong risk that he will, ruining the moment of wonder you so carefully created. Besides, the minute the spectator has your prop in his hands, you have lost control of your performance .