About this Blog
This blog details the "backstage business" of professional illusionist, illusion designer, author & show producer, J C Sum.
It also explores how creative & artistic individuals can position themselves to be commercially successful in their respective fields.
Whether you are an entertainer, film-maker, designer, musician, artist, actor or animator, this blog strives to offer insights based on the art, science and business of one of Asia’s most commercially successful practitioners of the magic arts.
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The Ultimate List of Books & DVDs for the Modern Illusionist
This comprehensive list of books and DVDs was compiled for the modern stage magician or illusionist in mind. With that, I’m speaking of magic artistes and entertainers looking to present illusions to a modern audience and to be relevant in today’s pop … Continue reading
Posted in Illusions, Books, Products, Show Production
Tagged 'Magic Babe' Ning, Behind the Illusions, books for illusionists, illusion books, illusion consultant, Illusion Designer, Illusion DVD, Illusionist, JC Sum, Jim Steinmeyer, learn illusions, stage illusion plans, stage illusions
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Illusion Books & DVD Available at Discounts at Subang Magic Festival
As you might have read or seen the promo material, Ning & I will be the closing act on 9 Jun 2012 at the International Magic Extravaganza at Subang Parade in KL, Malaysia. Read here for my previous entry on it … Continue reading
Posted in Upcoming Projects
Tagged 'Magic Babe' Ning, Asia Illusionists, Behind the Illusions, discount illusion books, Female Magician, illusion books, illusionary departures, International Magic Extravaganza, JC Sum, learn illusions, Malaysia, Malaysia Magician, Singapore illusionists, Singapore Magic, Subang Parade, Urban Illusions
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Review of “On Stage with Illusions” by Duane Laflin
Check out my review of Duane Laflin’s new book “On Stage with Illusions”! Duane has written a detailed book that gives a comprehensive look at performing a large-scale illusion show on stage. It is a well produced, clearly written book … Continue reading
Pack Flat Illusions Book Receives Another Rave Review
My book “Pack Flat Illusions for Kids & Family Shows” was recently reviewed on The Magic Session’s Magic Marketplace by Luke Dancy. He gave it a great review – thanks Luke! You can login for free and watch the review … Continue reading
Posted in Illusions, Books, Products
Tagged Asia Illusionist, Asia magician, Behind the Illusions DVD, Children's magic, easy to build illusions, illusion book, Illusion Designer, Illusion for Family Shows, Illusions for Family Shows. Stage Magic, JC Sum, learn illusions, Luke Dancy, Magic Boutique, Magician, New Illusions, Pack Flat Illusions for Kids Shows, Review of "Pack Flat Illusions for Kids & Family Shows", Review of Illusion Book, Singapore Magic Shop, stage illusionist, Stage Magic for Kids Shows
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Another Positive Book Review
Wayne Kawamoto from About.com’s Magic & Illusion gave a positive review on my “Pack Flat Illusions for Kids & Family Shows”. “For those who perform family and kid shows, in “Pack Flat Illusions,” J C Sum offers a collection of … Continue reading
Posted in Illusions, Books, Products
Tagged Asia Illusionist, Asia magician, Behind the Illusions DVD, Children’s magic, easy to build illusions, illusion book, Illusion Designer, Illusion for Family Shows, Illusions for Family Shows. Stage Magic, JC Sum, learn illusions, Magic Boutique, Magician, New Illusions, Pack Flat Illusions for Kids Shows, Review of “Pack Flat Illusions for Kids & Family Shows”, Review of Illusion Book, Singapore Magic Shop, stage illusionist, Stage Magic for Kids Shows
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Another Great Review for Urban Illusions
Thanks to Wayne Kawamoto, About.com’s Magic & Illusion Guide for his highly positive review for my book “Urban Illusions“! Here is an excerpt from the detailed review: “In all, I enjoy the performance style of JC Sum and Magic Babe … Continue reading
Posted in Illusions, Books, Products
Tagged Asia Illusionist, Asia magician, ‘Magic Babe’ Ning, Behind the Illusions, female illusionist, illusion book, Illusion Designer, Illusion DVD, JC Sum, learn illusions, Magic Boutique, Magician, Murphys Magic Supplies, Sexy female illusionist, Singapore Magic Shop, stage illusionist, Urban Illusions, Wayne Kawamoto
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Great Urban Illusions Book Review by The Magic Session
Luke Dancy who reviewed our “Behind the Illusions” DVD a few months back has just given a great positive review of my “Urban Illusions” book at The Magic Session! “It is a beautifully done book… and the material speaks for itself… this … Continue reading
Posted in Illusions, Books, Products
Tagged Asia Illusionist, Asia magician, ‘Magic Babe’ Ning, Behind the Illusions, female illusionist, Franz Harary, illusion book, Illusion Designer, Illusion DVD, JC Sum, learn illusions, Luke Dancy, Magic Boutique, Magician, Murphys Magic Supplies, Sexy female illusionist, Singapore Magic Shop, stage illusionist, The Magic Session, Urban Illusions
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New Book is an International Best Seller in Magic!
My latest book, “Pack Flat Illusions for Kids & Family Shows” is an international best selling book in the magic industry in the last 2 weeks (dated 1 Sep 2011)! Our “Behind the Illusions“ DVD is also the 39th best … Continue reading
Posted in Illusions, Books, Products
Tagged 'Magic Babe' Ning, Asia Illusionist, Asia magician, Behind the Illusions DVD, Children’s magic, easy to build illusions, illusion book, Illusion Designer, Illusion for Family Shows, Illusions for Family Shows. Stage Magic, JC Sum, learn illusions, Magic Boutique, Magician, New Illusions, Pack Flat Illusions for Kids Shows, Review of “Pack Flat Illusions for Kids & Family Shows”, Review of Illusion Book, Singapore Magic Shop, stage illusionist, Stage Magic for Kids Shows, Urban Illusions
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