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John Benzais (1940-1967) was a close-up magician who | John Benzais (1940-1967) was a close-up magician and one time clerk for | ||
Tannan, who during his brief career established a reputation as a magical innovator before he died of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. | |||
He published only a small body of work, the bulk of which are contained in his book, ''The Best of Benzais'', which he wrote and illustrated himself. | |||
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Revision as of 18:45, 5 April 2008
John Benzais (1940-1967) was a close-up magician and one time clerk for Tannan, who during his brief career established a reputation as a magical innovator before he died of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He published only a small body of work, the bulk of which are contained in his book, The Best of Benzais, which he wrote and illustrated himself.
Highlights
The Secret of Gorius, a rope routine in which a knot repeatedly appears and vanishes, that Richard Kaufman once referred to as "one of the best kept secrets in magic".
Innovations
- Benzais Friction Retention Pass
- Han Ping Benzais
- Benzais Cop
- Benzais Spinout Subtlety
- Benzais Cut
- Benzais Deal Steal
- Benzais Spin