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:See also the art of paper folder, [[Origami]] | :See also the art of paper folder, [[Origami]] | ||
| - | '''Origami''' is a magic stage illusion with a Japanese theme that was created by [[Jim Steinmeyer]] and originally performed by [[Doug Henning]] and [[ | + | '''Origami''' is a magic stage illusion with a Japanese theme that was created by [[Jim Steinmeyer]] and originally performed by [[Doug Henning]] and [[the Penndragons]]. |
| - | + | In effect a medium-sized table is seen on stage with a 24 inch tall and 48 inch long red & black oriental looking box on top. A mirror is introduced and mounted to one end of this table, the magician explaining that this will allow the audience to see all sides of the box throughout the illusion itself. A young lady is introduced who then steps up onto the table and then into the box. After she crouches down inside the box, the magician dramatically folds the box into a 12-inch cube, which appears to be too small for the woman to fit inside. | |
| - | + | The magician then takes three swords or torches and stabs them through slits in the center of each face of the box; the first from front to back, the second from one side to the other side, and then stands on the table to insert the third sword from top to bottom. | |
| - | The magician | + | The magician rotates the table around a full circle to show all sides. The swords are removed and to everyone's surprise, the hand of the young lady reaches up and out the top of the small cube, usually taking a scarf from the performer. |
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| + | The small cubed is unfolded to full size and the young lady steps out, oft times wearing a completely different costume (Japanese Kimono is most common) | ||
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| + | == Variations == | ||
| + | Both, Craig Browning & Rand Woodbury came up with similar variations independent of one another and intended for larger theatrical stage settings. In either version the effect is generally the same; unlike the original Jim Stienmeyer version however, the large box rests on its own table separate from the mirror. It is rolled over to the mirror, the young lady steps in as per the original handling, the box is folded down but this time, once a set of bamboo poles are driven through the sides with the front and top sword, the smaller box is completely removed from the very thin table and moved to a small "end-table" before the pole & swords are removed and the arm of the young lady is seen by all. | ||
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| + | The stage is cleared during this part of the presentation with a second long table being rolled onto the stage, which is covered by an ornate cloth, leaving the front open; it's purpose being to prove that the table isn't just open for all to see, but by covering the top, it would be impossible for anyone to enter through the table top. | ||
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| + | The cube is carried by the magician, the young lady's hand popping out to tease him as the transport takes place. Once sat on the covered table, the cube is once again expanded with the young lady stepping out in triumph (sometimes, a second girl is likewise retrieved from the opened box). | ||
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| + | == Methods == | ||
| + | The Stienmeyer version employs a unique base design that is protected as intellectual property separate from the over-all illusion so we cannot offer details beyond this point. | ||
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| + | The Woodbury & Browning variations do not incorporate any of the more traditional base techniques and are likewise limited in that they involve extreme angle complications when performed. Again, certain intellectual protections exist so complete revelation is not possible at this time though the Woodbury version has been published by Woodbury himself should you wish to do the footwork to obtain said details. | ||
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| + | The Browning version is very similar, using a few nuances not covered in the Woodbury method; essentially they are the same effect however. | ||
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== References == | == References == | ||
Latest revision as of 18:01, 7 July 2012
- See also the art of paper folder, Origami
Origami is a magic stage illusion with a Japanese theme that was created by Jim Steinmeyer and originally performed by Doug Henning and the Penndragons.
In effect a medium-sized table is seen on stage with a 24 inch tall and 48 inch long red & black oriental looking box on top. A mirror is introduced and mounted to one end of this table, the magician explaining that this will allow the audience to see all sides of the box throughout the illusion itself. A young lady is introduced who then steps up onto the table and then into the box. After she crouches down inside the box, the magician dramatically folds the box into a 12-inch cube, which appears to be too small for the woman to fit inside.
The magician then takes three swords or torches and stabs them through slits in the center of each face of the box; the first from front to back, the second from one side to the other side, and then stands on the table to insert the third sword from top to bottom.
The magician rotates the table around a full circle to show all sides. The swords are removed and to everyone's surprise, the hand of the young lady reaches up and out the top of the small cube, usually taking a scarf from the performer.
The small cubed is unfolded to full size and the young lady steps out, oft times wearing a completely different costume (Japanese Kimono is most common)
Variations
Both, Craig Browning & Rand Woodbury came up with similar variations independent of one another and intended for larger theatrical stage settings. In either version the effect is generally the same; unlike the original Jim Stienmeyer version however, the large box rests on its own table separate from the mirror. It is rolled over to the mirror, the young lady steps in as per the original handling, the box is folded down but this time, once a set of bamboo poles are driven through the sides with the front and top sword, the smaller box is completely removed from the very thin table and moved to a small "end-table" before the pole & swords are removed and the arm of the young lady is seen by all.
The stage is cleared during this part of the presentation with a second long table being rolled onto the stage, which is covered by an ornate cloth, leaving the front open; it's purpose being to prove that the table isn't just open for all to see, but by covering the top, it would be impossible for anyone to enter through the table top.
The cube is carried by the magician, the young lady's hand popping out to tease him as the transport takes place. Once sat on the covered table, the cube is once again expanded with the young lady stepping out in triumph (sometimes, a second girl is likewise retrieved from the opened box).
Methods
The Stienmeyer version employs a unique base design that is protected as intellectual property separate from the over-all illusion so we cannot offer details beyond this point.
The Woodbury & Browning variations do not incorporate any of the more traditional base techniques and are likewise limited in that they involve extreme angle complications when performed. Again, certain intellectual protections exist so complete revelation is not possible at this time though the Woodbury version has been published by Woodbury himself should you wish to do the footwork to obtain said details.
The Browning version is very similar, using a few nuances not covered in the Woodbury method; essentially they are the same effect however.
References
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