Take Two #29: Del Ray
May 29, 2017Body
A closer look at the magnetic and unforgettable character who had Jamy Ian Swiss "repeatedly fooled, up, down and sideways." Dive into the magical world of Del Ray.
Take Two
Alphabetical Index | Numeric Index
Welcome to the Take Two Collection.
This collection houses seventy-two articles, written by Jamy Ian Swiss from 2016 to 2020. The articles examine the specific forms, or individual styles of magic and magicians, using two or more curatorial choices of magic videos to illustrate.
There is no right or wrong way to approach the articles. Here, you can visit the collection in reverse chronology starting with the oldest post first. Alternatively, you may find our Numeric Index, which lists each Take Two in its original order, of interest. If you prefer, you can visit the Alphabetical Index to find posts by subject.
Take Two #28B: Albert Goshman Returns
May 19, 2017Body
He's so good, we need another look! See a trio of clips in the Lyons Den for this week's Take Two, featuring the exceptional close-up magic of Albert Goshman.
Take Two #28: Albert Goshman
May 11, 2017Body
Who is the greatest close-up magic entertainer you’ve seen? Tough one? Not for Lyons Den author, Jamy Ian Swiss. Meet his favorite in this week’s Take Two.
Take Two #27: Derek Dingle
May 05, 2017Body
A masterful and inventive sleight-of-hand artist who redefined close-up magic for a generation of performers in New York City and around the world. Taking a closer look at Derek Dingle.
Take Two #26: Michael Skinner
April 28, 2017Body
What makes a legend, well, a legend? Jamy Ian Swiss looks at one such celebrated and revered magician, the remarkable Michael Skinner.
Take Two #25: Street Magic, Part 2
April 14, 2017Body
The continuation of Jamy Ian Swiss’ exploration of modern magic busking—that is, street magic—and how those traditions have forged some of magic’s more memorable performers.
Take Two #24: Street Magic, Part 1
April 07, 2017Body
This week's Take Two looks at performers whose "stage" is the street—from 1502, to the 1970s, and right up to the present day.
Take Two #23: The Linking Rings
March 31, 2017Body
Take Two treats you to a master class session on the Not So Ancient, Maybe Not So Chinese, Linking Rings. Learn the value of presenting classics of magic.
Take Two #22: Gaëtan Bloom
March 24, 2017Body
In this week's instalment, Jamy explores the magical innovations of a true creative genius, French magician, Gaëtan Bloom.