Closely Guarded Secrets (CD ROM) – Michael Close

Michael Close – Closely Guarded Secrets

For years, Michael Close’s performances at the legendary Houdini Lounge in Las Vegas earned him a reputation as one of magic’s most thoughtful and entertaining performers. Closely Guarded Secrets opens the vault, revealing the professional material, refined presentations, and hard-earned insights that helped shape those performances.

This groundbreaking multimedia ebook combines detailed written instruction, photographs, and embedded video clips to create an unparalleled learning experience. The result is a comprehensive 179-page volume that can be viewed on your computer or printed as a full-size book.

Inside you’ll learn some of Michael’s most prized routines, including:

• The Luckiest Cards in Las Vegas – Michael’s strongest memorized deck effect.
• The Shuffles Routine – A hilarious audience-tested favorite refined over decades of performance.
• The Dumbest Casino in the World – A deceptive and highly entertaining take on a classic plot.
• The Cheating Lessons – An elegant gambling demonstration packed with practical techniques.
• The Trick That Lance Burton Showed Me – Michael’s evolved handling of a modern classic.

Beyond the tricks themselves, Michael shares the thinking that elevates good magic into memorable theater. Essays on presentation, practice, routining, sleight-of-hand, and professional performance offer invaluable lessons for serious students of magic.

Additional highlights include:

• Michael’s handling of Dean Dill’s Box
• His presentation for Gary Plants’ Magnetized Cards
• Magic theory essays and performance insights
• Advanced card techniques and professional strategies
• Embedded video demonstrations of key sleights and moves

Rather than simply teaching tricks, Closely Guarded Secrets teaches how a seasoned professional thinks about magic. Every routine has been refined through countless real-world performances and reflects Michael’s commitment to creating effects that feel natural, impossible, and genuinely entertaining.

Whether you’re a dedicated card worker, a professional performer, or a student looking to deepen your understanding of magic, Closely Guarded Secrets is a masterclass in practical, audience-tested magic from one of the art’s most respected creators.

Format: Multimedia Ebook / CD-ROM
Length: 179 Pages
Compatibility: PC & Mac