Magicians have entertained and mystified audiences from ancient Rome to modern day. Magicians are on stage, TV, the web and in movies … even in science. But how is it done? A good magician uses more than sleight of hand or a trick box to astonish an audience. In this second class on theatrical magic, we will explore the tools magicians use to create an impossible reality in the mind of the audience. Participants will learn to perform magic effects using common household objects like rope, coins and cards. We’ll also look at magic’s impact outside of the theater.