It has finally arrived- the much-anticipated book by Magic Inc\’s very own Jay Collen!It is sure to get you thinking about the magic you currently do, and the kind of magic youwish to perform. Itoffers new insight into the nature of magic performances and the audience experience in general.Magic Unconcealedrespectfullychallenges much accepted wisdom incontemporary magic theory. It is intendedto be thought-provoking, but notdogmatic. Its core thesis is that audiencesoften experience frustration whenthey dont now how a trick is done, anda magician must prevent or overcomethat frustration. Doing so is partly a matterof trick selection and method, but isalso a matter of performance techniquecentered on the ethos of the magician.These matters are discussed in detail,and the theoretical concepts are thenare illustrated with over 20 dynamitetricks and routines from the authors repertoireall of which are proven workersin the real world of professional magic.Author Jay Collen says: This bookshares concepts and ideas built-up overmore than 20 years as a professionalmagician. Some of my ideas are different,but Im not looking to attack others orobtain converts. Rather, I hope to stimulatepeoples thinking to help them ontheir magical journeys.WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING:\”[Jay Collen\’s] fresh approach to today\’s audience, and, in particular, the precise recommendation on creating effective magic tricks and show sets is stellar. Highly recommended.\” ~Rolando Santos – Linking Ring Magazine July, 2022Jay Collen has produced a magic book thatis beyond the usual. Yes, there are someintriguing methods and routines, but healso delineates a philosophy of performingthat focuses on contemporary audiences . . . Jay profoundly illustrates how toperform exciting magic with decency,common sense and artistry.~ Ross Johnson A monumental achievement.~ Saratoga Ballantine,daughter of the legendary AmazingBallantine and member of the Board of Directors ofthe Academy of Magical ArtsMagic Unconcealed showcases. . . Jay Collensprofessionalism and talent in the magical arts.~ Jon Stetson\”I loved your take on thoughts and theories and found them inspiring and refreshing. . . Real world effects, not pipe dreams. Congratulations on a fabulous book. I think I\’ve read themall, and this one is special.\”~Andy Lansing\”I love your book.\”~Brian Tanenbaum\”. . .one of the best books that have come out lately, and has Real Thinking with Real World Routines! A must Have in every magician\’s library.\”~Joe Pon\”If you\’d like 20 SOLID and TESTED routines by a Chicago Magician you\’ve never heard of, then you are going to love \”Magic Unconcealed\” By Jay Collen. See, I told you you\’ve never heard of him. BUT this hardbound book is PACKED full of great stuff. Essays, thoughts and routines that have never been in print before!\”~ Brent GerisABOUT THE AUTHOR:Jay Collen is a Chicago-based magician,with over 20 years of professionalexperience. He performs extensivelyat private, corporate, community, andpersonal events, receptions and parties,as well as at restaurants and atstreet festivals. He was the last magicianpersonally hired by the legendaryJay Marshall, and served for over 15years as the Saturday Demonstrator atMagic, Inc. He currently serves as theHead Magic Instructor at Magic, Inc.,and is a magician-member of Hollywoodsfamous Magic Castle.