Things You'll Need:
- Magic book
- Props for magic tricks
- Large mirror
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Step 1
Select a book on magic tricks equivalent to your skill level. Amazon has a massive list of books that will allow the rank beginner or experienced amateur to learn tricks that will expand his magic repertoire, such as "Magic for Dummies" or "Mark Wilson's Complete Course in Magic" (see Resources below).
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Step 2
Learn the basics of magic. A high-quality magic book will have a section, usually at the beginning, on the fundamentals of learning magic tricks and performing illusions, and these should be practiced as often as possible. Not only will they allow you to perform the magic tricks listed in the book successfully, but they will also help you should you decide to expand your repertoire.
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Step 3
Prepare any props you need for magic tricks beforehand. Many tricks contain some sort of specially constructed prop, and creating them correctly is important. Most magic books will have detailed blueprints on the props, as well as thorough instructions on how to create them. Don't be discouraged if the prop needed for your magic trick seems complicated or difficult to create--most props found in magic books can be created using items found in the home.
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Step 4
Practice the magic tricks for your show. Follow the instructions in the magic book closely. Most magic books on tricks for shows contain illustrations you can follow if you get lost. Work on them until they become second nature to you. This is a rule followed by some of the greatest magicians.
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Step 5
Limit the number of tricks you learn at first. Most magic books have an abundance of tricks that aspiring performers can learn, so focus on the magic tricks that appeal to you. Practice them, and then learn new tricks after you feel confident you can perform the original tricks flawlessly. Knowing only three tricks well is better than halfheartedly learning 15 magic tricks.
