Making Magic Matter
“If it can be cut, it must be cut.”
“The treasure you seek is in the cave you fear most.”
“All dances are too long.”
“Seek authenticity, not approval. Because then we are being true to ourselves, and offering the only thing that only we can offer.”
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From: https://www.ihadaconversation.com/every-dance-is-too-long-michael-weber-unedited/
There is this magical little man, known as Juan Tamariz Martel Negron. I call him Gazpachito.
A fine friend, John Carey, asked me to write about Juan, his philosophy and how it impacts my life. Prior to a discussion with Juan, I decided that his philosophy on magic, performance and life can be summed up in one word: [Read more…]
“I have two books that you should read….” were the first words out of Jay's mouth, as he walked through the front door of Magic, Inc. There was no “Hello,” or “How are you?” just the above statement. He had just returned from F.I.S.M. carrying a suit bag, which he promptly opened. He placed two red hardbound books in front of me, and proceeded to go into the depths of the shop without further comment.
It's rare that Jay Marshall will recommend anything to me without my prior inquisition, so this immediately caught my attention…. [Read more…]