Stage illusionists historically have been extremely secretive about their craft. Not just about the secrets to the illusions themselves— the mechanics are just a small part—but about the real secrets of what turns a stage illusion into a breathtaking moment of pure magic.
Now, for the first time ever on video, Jonathan and Charlotte Pendragon, the “First Couple” of magic and perhaps the greatest exponents of grand illusion ever to grace a stage, lift away the veil and show you the real secrets of stage illusion —the insider information that could only be gained by performing in over 50 countries for the last quarter of a century.

Keep in mind that while these unprecedented DVDs are not so much about the illusions as much as the illusionists (in other words, there are no building plans included though the secretsare frequently disclosed and discussed), Jonathan and Charlotte share their personal philosophy of performing and the inspirations that led to the creation of their most famous illusions. You’ll also learn about the importance of transition effects, chor eography, staging and a myriad of other details about how to stage a professional illusion show that only a handful of people in the world are truly capable of sharing. Electrifying live performance footage of the illusions is interspersed with discussions about them with both Jonathan and Charlotte. Also included as bonus material is a fascinating interview with Jonathan by magician Patrick Martin.

This four-volume DVD set will be fascinating for all who love magic. However, for those who actually perform—or aspire to perform—grand illusion, they’re absolutely priceless.

Volume 1
2 hours 18 minutes

THE HINDU BASKET
Introduction
History & Concepts
Why Not To Use Fire
Sword Choice And Safety
Basic Swordsmanship
The Foulard
How To Get Into The Basket
Placing The Swords In The Basket

COLOR OF EMOTION
Introduction and Concepts
Materials, Preparation and Presentation

THE SHADOW BOX
The Work

CLEARLY IMPOSSIBLE
History and Discussion

BONUS MATERIAL

An in-depth interview with Jonathan Pendragon by Patrick Martin (Part 1)

Volume 2
2 hours 10 minutes

METAMORPHOSIS
History 
Trunk Props 
Foulard
Trunk
Costume Change
In And Out Of Bag
Trunk Switch
Hourglass
Split Foulard
Safety

BONUS MATERIAL
An in-depth interview with Jonathan Pendragon by Patrick Martin (Part 2)

Volume 3
2 hours 10 minutes

THE LINKING RINGS
The Linking Rings Explanation
The Linking Rings Timing And Safety

SANDS OF EGYPT
Sands Of Egypt Explanation

THE KELLAR ROPE TIE
The Kellar Rope Tie Explanation

HEAD TWISTER 
Demonstration And Explanation

THE WORLD’S GREATEST FEET OF MAGIC
Performance And Explanation

BONUS MATERIAL
An in-depth interview with Jonathan Pendragon by Patrick Martin (Part 3)

Volume 4
2 hours 12 minutes

THE BROOM SUSPENSION 
(SWORD SUSPENSION)
History
Harness Explanation
Demonstration
The Hoop

LEVITATION
360 Degree Levitation Discussion
360 Degree Levitation Demonstration
360 Degree Levitation Hoop Passes

THE IMPALEMENT
Advice
Description
Demonstration

THE ELECTION
Introduction And History
Blammo And Explanation
Leg Drop Switch

INTERLUDE
Interlude History