This Magic Trick Fools 99% of Audiences [Cellini Cups and Balls]

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  • čas přidán 18. 06. 2024
  • After 900 street performances, this is my presentation of Cellini's Cups and Balls which is based on the Vernon - Miller Cups and Balls routine.
    In Cellini's words, the cups and balls is the "Grand Daddy of them all." He's right, and this is my presentational spin on it. If you are a magician, you owe it to yourself to study this brilliant routine.
    Remember, when you see a street magician on the street (after Covid), if they're any good, drop a $5 or more in their hat. :)
    NOTE: If you subscribe, please leave a comment that says, "I subscribed!" and I will write back to you. :-)
    ATTENTION MAGICIANS: the wand sequence after Flip's move is my original material, and I have not released it to the magic community for use.

Komentáře • 571

  • @stemikger
    @stemikger Před 2 lety +31

    Even when you know all the moves, it's always amazing to see someone master it and do it as good as you do. I will never get bored of seeing someone master this amazing art and performance.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety

      Wow, Stephen, this is super kind of you. Thank you. You've made my morning.

  • @jrw1952
    @jrw1952 Před 2 lety +15

    I have heard people say that when you know the method of a trick it is no longer entertaining. Your performance has proven this absolutely wrong. I loved it. Wonderful in so many ways. Thank you.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem +1

      Wow, thanks so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. :)

    • @adamcallaghan2119
      @adamcallaghan2119 Před 6 měsíci

      Agreed

    • @PreservationEnthusiast
      @PreservationEnthusiast Před 5 měsíci +1

      ​@@AlyxMagic It's very Daivernonesque minus the tip up loads which was nice plus some original sequences. And I like the Mora-Vernon wand vanish but, I felt the f***l l****s were compromised at 4:37 with a long pause with the hand in the pouch. This was not natural. Dai always said be natural and this pause telegraphed the f****l l***s which is the big kicker in the routine.

  • @khc2384
    @khc2384 Před 6 měsíci +5

    Street magicians are some of the best. You develop such a thick skin which allows you to handle any sort of situation/spectator, and have well rehearsed "plan B's" for your faux pas's...skill is attained by repeating your tricks over and over again on a near daily basis. This shows in you...mere hobbyist (like me) that show friends and family never get it down as well. Keep up the great work Alyx...and of course share.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 6 měsíci

      Hey there, Thank you for this super kind comment. I really appreciated reading your evaluation of me and what I have taken from the street. Thank you. All my best to you. -Alyx

    • @FelixNothus
      @FelixNothus Před 3 měsíci

      As a street performer who often cringes at amateur performances knowing they have not put as much time and dedication into the slights, patter and stage presence, you nailed it buddy. Glad someone can appreciate our efforts.

  • @cardcrime7208
    @cardcrime7208 Před 3 lety +8

    One of the 99% is looking at one of the 1% with utter disbelief. What just happened in 5 minutes! My jaw dropped on the very first minute and it was like that all the time! And the ending! Ooof!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      You are too funny. That's awesome. I'm glad you liked it. :)

    • @cardcrime7208
      @cardcrime7208 Před 3 lety +1

      @@AlyxMagic I'm just being honest. Credit is all to your charm!

    • @cardcrime7208
      @cardcrime7208 Před 3 lety +2

      ​@@AlyxMagic Watching this over and over again for last 2/3 days. This is just so so good! And every single time, I feel like I'm enjoying it for the first time! Amazing!
      I think I can suggest one thing for your next video after watching it so many times. Next time, show the full table. That'd be cinematographically better I think.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      @@cardcrime7208 glad you're enjoy the video. And I agree with you 100%. I am so new to filming and video editing, and after I realized my mistake, I cringed.
      I'm learning a lot, but I still have lots more to learn about youtube and filming magic. :)

    • @cardcrime7208
      @cardcrime7208 Před 3 lety

      @@AlyxMagic It's no problem. You are a terrific artist. And that covers a lot!

  • @TheArtiststoolbox
    @TheArtiststoolbox Před 3 lety +11

    Very nice flowing routine. I need to dust mine off and get busy. You've inspired me to be consistent.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +2

      Cellini gets the credit for inspiring. Hope you have lots of fun working on your routine again. :)

  • @TheHarleyhillbilly
    @TheHarleyhillbilly Před rokem +1

    You can tell you have done this hundreds of times. Very nice!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Haha, that's true. And thank you!

  • @kimraylong
    @kimraylong Před rokem +2

    Alyx, this is a _superb_ performance (in ALL aspects). Thank you for uploading this recording our your finely honed routine, which you obviously perfected as a hard-working street performer. Watching your routine is timely because - I am enthusiasticFrom Max... with an x. The Magical Entertainer.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Hey there! Wow, thanks for the kind compliments. I'm glad you enjoyed the performance!

  • @Aghawa
    @Aghawa Před 3 lety +6

    The delivery of that "Naaah I'm just kidding" at 1:10/1:11 made me feel like I was watching Cellini perform again. Thanks for the great performance! :)

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      That made me smile. I try not to be a Cellini clone, but I've spent so much time reading about and watching Cellini that I think I've absorbed a few mannerisms. Thanks for the comment. :)

  • @junheceta268
    @junheceta268 Před 2 lety +1

    I liked and subscribed. Close up magic is magic in its purest form---skill and showmanship at their finest. And the Cups & Balls is THE acid test of a clise up magicians ability. You nailed it! Dai Vernon, Charlie Miller, Johnny Thompson, and Ricky Jay would be proud.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety

      Aww, thank you for the kind words, Jun. I really appreciate that. :)

  • @nadinecoco
    @nadinecoco Před 2 lety +2

    This is sooooo much fun! Very clean and smooth! I m in awe for the entire vdo. Stay healthy and thanks for the vdo!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety

      You are so welcome. Thanks for the kind comment. :)

  • @coryjoe2913
    @coryjoe2913 Před rokem +1

    Love your performance...everything. your handling, routine, and personality...top notch

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Hey Cory, So glad you enjoyed it, and thank you for your kindness.

  • @stephenhosking7384
    @stephenhosking7384 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I've seen cups-and-balls so many times, and keep watching new versions because I enjoy it so much. I still don't know how it's done, and don't want to know. Thanks for keeping the suspense, including a little hint that you were about to reveal it. :)) This was a perfect performance, both with the moves and the patter.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Wow, what a wonderful comment to wake up to. Thank you so much for your kindness in writing this note. :)

  • @matthewmarquis8732
    @matthewmarquis8732 Před 3 lety +1

    So happy you popped up in my feed today. Really great presentation.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for letting me know, Matthew. It's awesome to know that people are enjoying this work. Hope you have a great day! :)

  • @strangerfrommars
    @strangerfrommars Před 3 lety +3

    Great job! Cellini was the first street performer I ever saw, brings back memories.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      If I can elicit memories of Cellini, then this makes me very happy. Thanks for letting me know, Ronnie. :)

  • @wondersofmagicandillusions4317

    I've been doing stage and close-up magic for many years and I have never invested time with the Cups and Balls. Your performance has changed my mind and I will start with the Cellinni book. Your Magic is an absolute delight to watch. Congratulations a thousand times over!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +2

      Wow, this makes my day. Thank you so much for sharing those thoughts. How cool is that. Yeah, the Cellini book is delightful. It is so full of wonderful material. Much of it I've never seen anyone perform before (until recently, that is -- there is a British magician named Paul Kitchen who is performing some of the more obscure material in the book).
      If you have it, you are fortunate. If you don't happy hunting, it's such a gem of a book. He goes over two cups and balls routines, btw.

  • @unclejoe7958
    @unclejoe7958 Před 3 lety +1

    I always skip the cups and balls videos, but the thumbnail had a woman doing it so I clicked and wasn’t disappointed.
    Nice routine and well executed.
    Timing was spot on . Nice patter.
    Thank you for posting.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      You are most welcome. I'm glad I didn't disappoint. Thanks for the kind words! :)

  • @Gwydeon81
    @Gwydeon81 Před 3 lety +1

    Great Performance! Fantastic wandspin and vanishing of the wand! Thank you for that wonderful Presentation of the Cups and Balls!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Aww, thank you so much. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. And yes, the wand sequence is my take on Cellini's wand of Merlin routine. It's what I've come up with since I don't wear a vest. Glad you appreciated it. :)

  • @TheSwiftMagician
    @TheSwiftMagician Před 2 měsíci

    I “liked” and “subscribed”. I’ve never incorporated this into my act, as I am mostly a stage performer, with birds, bunnies, ducks, and larger illusions. But it’s better than the rudimentary form I have in my close-up repertoire. You do it really well, even for someone who knows what to look for. I like the lemons at the end!😊

  • @jamesedwards5702
    @jamesedwards5702 Před měsícem +1

    I subscribed!! I just wanted you to know that that was a fantastic routine. At the ripe ol' age of 59 (in May), I've been doing magic off and on since I was about 10. Though I have a cups and balls set, I've never really developed a routine outside just the basics. Yours is hands down great! Thank you. And have a nice day.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před měsícem

      Aww, thanks so much. Glad you liked the routine.

  • @tageernevad3216
    @tageernevad3216 Před 2 lety +1

    Pleasant smooth convincing; born a natural talent!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety

      Tage, it means the world to me that you watched this. Thank you for your kind message. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Will be in touch!

  • @andrewqsmith
    @andrewqsmith Před 3 lety +1

    Great performance! Hope you continue to post.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks, Andrew, I'm glad you enjoyed the performance. A few days ago I posted a bill in lemon routine which you can find on my channel. I'm wrapping up a few projects and am hoping to throw a few new videos up soon. :)

  • @stemikger
    @stemikger Před 2 lety

    Even when you know all the moves, it's always amazing to see someone master it and do it as good as you do. I will never get bored of seeing someone master this amazing art and performance. Thanks for posting I really enjoyed it!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Much appreciated, Stephen. Thank you for the kind remarks.
      All the best!
      Alyx

  • @Brooklyn_
    @Brooklyn_ Před 2 lety +1

    So excited to find your great channel!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety

      Wow! Thank you so much, Brooklyn. Glad you are enjoying the content! 😊

  • @DougConn
    @DougConn Před 3 lety +8

    So nice to see the spirit of Cellini alive and well! Wonderful video Alyx, thank you!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +2

      Thanks, Doug. I really appreciate that. I must have subconsciously chose this content this week due to all that talk of Cellini's Busker's convention. ;)

  • @brianblais4573
    @brianblais4573 Před 3 lety +1

    Nicely done ! I met Jim back in 1984 in New Orleans. I was managing the Magic Shop at the '84 world's Fair, He & Tom Frank were chummin' around together.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Brian, that is so awesome. Eileen McFalls wrote a new book last year about her time travelling with Cellini. She writes about that fair. Must have been fun times. Thank you for your comment!

  • @shreekumark2063
    @shreekumark2063 Před rokem +1

    Amazingly done.. so deceptive, so clean, even though if one knows the moves. Enjoyed every moment. Thanks for the wonderful experience...

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Wow! Thanks for the super kind remarks. I'm glad you enjoyed it. :)

  • @hedo59
    @hedo59 Před 3 lety +1

    Great job. I love the cups and balls. Your routine and patter was excellent. Look forward to seeing your handling.

  • @glennkereluk1230
    @glennkereluk1230 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Alyx, That's a very engaging and extremely entertaining cups and balls performance. As a novice to the cups and balls, I hope to be even partly as entertaining and skilled as you.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Hey Glenn, thanks for the kind comment. The only difference between me and most of the people who do it is mileage. That's really all it takes. Hope you're having fun with the cups and balls. :)

  • @1huntswithnature10
    @1huntswithnature10 Před 3 lety +3

    Excellent Performance. You've mastered the illusion. Continue the passion.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Aww, thank you. These are very kind things to say, and I'm glad you could see my passion. Means a lot to hear that. Thank you again.

  • @onwebanalytics
    @onwebanalytics Před 2 lety +1

    Great performance. Would love to see you put together more video like this one.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much! Yes, I need to. I've been working a lot (street shows and privately), and that derailed this channel. But I am hoping to add more to it. Perhaps in November! Thank you again!

  • @jamesclark3239
    @jamesclark3239 Před 5 měsíci

    Absolutely fantastic! I keep coming back to this again and again. There are very few acts that are as polished as this! This is what magic should look like. Many magicians kid themselves about the art of magic and about being artists but you have presented yourself/your act in such a way I would consider you as a master with the skill level of Vernon and cellini. I hope more people discover your show and videos 🤘🏻🎴

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 5 měsíci

      Oh my gosh, that is super kind of you. Thank you so much. I'm glad the video was worthy of your time. :-)

  • @niccarrick
    @niccarrick Před 2 lety

    Watching you perform is a delight. Both in person and on CZcams.

  • @wolfwizard406
    @wolfwizard406 Před 2 lety +1

    Your pacing, and tone of voice lends for a very almost “Did I just do that.” Fun experience… looking forward to more vids SOON!!!… and thanks for being at the Mstery School Street classes…

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for the kind note. Hope the Mystery School bit was useful or at least interesting! All the best!

    • @wolfwizard406
      @wolfwizard406 Před 2 lety

      @@AlyxMagic for sure… Where did you get your apron/pouch.. it looks really soft and pliable.. I want one!.. cheers!

  • @garyhenderson6504
    @garyhenderson6504 Před 2 lety +1

    Nicely done. The final loads were exceptionally clean. It was a pleasure to watch you perform. I subscribed.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety

      Thanks, Gary! Glad you enjoyed it and thank you for subscribing.

  • @laurenceshtull6777
    @laurenceshtull6777 Před 3 lety +4

    Alyx outstanding skill and showmanship The best performance I’ve ever seen of cups and balls
    Aside from your outstanding magic technical skill
    Alyx your incorporation of the classic moves ( solid through solid ,elevator move etc) into your routine combined with your love, passion ,humour made the entire routine flow, from the beginning to the very end I was captivated.
    I would really enjoy learning magic from you Alyx
    I have challenges learning how to preform the final loads ( the three fruits)

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Wow, Laurence, these are incredibly kind words. Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
      Ah yes... The final loads. Im not a fan of the popular loading methods today. The style I use is more similar to Cellini's. At the time I learned there was no video of Cellini working with pouches. I studied videos of Johnny Fox performances. These helped me a lot. Now, there is an amazing video of Cellini from about 86 or 87 I think. It was posted in the last three years or so -- it is an unexpected and wonderful gem. These are all wonderful videos to study. If you need more personalized help, I'd be happy to talk to you about that. Feel free to reach out at alyx@alyxmagic.com
      Thanks again for the super kind comment!

  • @michaelhrab8140
    @michaelhrab8140 Před 3 lety +1

    I saw Jimmy Cellini lecture at the 4F convention. God rest his Soul... you are doing him proud!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      That must have been an awesome lecture. I never had the chance to see Cellini work, but I've read his books (and now Eileen McFall's memoir) so many times, and watched videos of his lectures so many times, I feel as if I know him. I wish that I really had. Thanks for the kind words and for sharing your 4F experience. Means a lot. :)

  • @motorcitysmokers1601
    @motorcitysmokers1601 Před rokem +1

    Jim Cellini was my mentor for several years before he died. We would sit for hours doing routines and of course I would listen to all his wonderful stories. He inspired much of my magic and I still use his opening dialog for my shows. He would be proud of your performance. I can remember what Dai Vernon told him after his cups and balls routine and that was he went to the pocket too much. His response got him kicked out of the Magic Castle. LOL The man was a legend. I also see the influence of the others. Great job and I subscribed.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Hey there, thanks for this super nice response. I always enjoy hearing from students of Jim. I'm sad that I never got to meet him.
      I studied his work so much, and have spent so much time with his handling of the cups that I feel like I know him in a way. But I envy those who really did.
      I never heard that he got kicked out of the Castle. That's pretty awesome. I'd sure love to have been a fly on the wall. :)
      Thanks again for the great comment. I enjoyed reading it tremendously.

  • @tyronejoihnson7046
    @tyronejoihnson7046 Před 3 lety +3

    WOW! Aly is a rock star! I studied with Cellini in New Orleans and he's smiling down watching Aly perform. I've never seen any of his students perform as well as her. #respect

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Wow! That is one of the coolest things anyone has said to me. Thank you! Thanks for taking a chance and checking out the video, and I'm glad you liked it. :)
      More to come!

  • @ethanhenerey6039
    @ethanhenerey6039 Před 2 lety +1

    I subscribed a few minutes ago after watching your hanging coins video. Nice work. Never heard of you before but I will be following your career now.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety

      Wow! Thank you. I'm so glad you are enjoying some of the videos.
      Saw your post on the water routine; sent an audition to the Castle last week. We shall see!

  • @johnanders2219
    @johnanders2219 Před 3 lety +10

    Really liked your performance! Would love to see you doing it ‘live’ at a streetperformace, to see your interaction with the public. Stay healthy.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      John, I know! I can't wait to get back out there. I have done a street show since 2016. I've mostly done my "street style stand up show" for private gigs or I've been strolling (well, before covid). But covid has made me yearn for the streets. Can't wait to get out there again! Thanks for writing. Stay healthy.

  • @steves2465
    @steves2465 Před 10 měsíci +2

    In my humble opinion, the Professor would approve ;) Awesome!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Aww, thank you so much. That means a lot.

    • @steves2465
      @steves2465 Před 8 měsíci

      @@AlyxMagic Just now watched a movie called Shade. Have you seen it? Awake all night with that movie and working on material. BTW: You are cool. I hope your gigs are going well!

  • @garysciulli1950
    @garysciulli1950 Před 3 lety +1

    Enjoyed it a lot AlyxMagic. Keep it coming.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Thanks, Gary! Really appreciate the comment. :)

  • @TheAsthmaticSeal
    @TheAsthmaticSeal Před 3 lety +8

    So smooth! It's obvious you've worked this a lot, it's so polished!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks so much, Daniel! I've gotten a lot of great mileage out of this brilliant routine. Thank goodness for the giants whose shoulders we stand upon. :)

    • @stevenvitalemagic675
      @stevenvitalemagic675 Před 3 lety +1

      ​@@AlyxMagic Dan and I are just jealous of the cups used in the routine :) jkjk awesome stuff!

  • @Lokihsu
    @Lokihsu Před 3 lety +1

    Love this. Thank you! I subscribed and I think you will go far!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Aww, thank you for your encouragement, for your comment, and for subscribing. I really appreciate these things!

  • @cheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeese
    @cheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeese Před rokem +1

    THIS IS REALLY COOL! your performance was excellent! keep up the good work :D

  • @SirLeDoux
    @SirLeDoux Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you very much for the great magic- always makes me happy

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      You are most certainly welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed the magic. :)

  • @ericcarey8707
    @ericcarey8707 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Beautifully done cups and balls routine

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 5 měsíci

      Thank you so much! That means a lot. :)

  • @ayushbisaria
    @ayushbisaria Před rokem +1

    Alyx, this is on of the best cups and balls I have ever seen. Its right up there will David Williamson and Late Ricky Jay. Incredible !!!! thank you !!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Oh my goodness. That's quite a compliment. I am standing on the shoulder of giants. And one reason that it is strong is that it's Cellini's version of Vernon's. There's a pretty serious use lineage to those moves. Thanks for the kind remarks!

  • @pootnikalexander
    @pootnikalexander Před 5 měsíci +2

    Very well executed, it takes hours just to set up the routine in your own head and months getting it fluid but literally years to make it seamless with the right banter.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 5 měsíci

      Aww, thanks for recognizing that. This routine served me really well, and I am so grateful for the giants upon whose shoulders I stand every time I perform it. :)

  • @laurenceshtull6777
    @laurenceshtull6777 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much Alyx outstanding skill and showmanship I wish you would post tutorial videos on learning magic I would be willing to pay you for it and help you in any way. I love that flip vanish of your wand and how you take the time to retrieve it , would love if you could teach it.

  • @grandpacraigslist2093
    @grandpacraigslist2093 Před 3 měsíci

    So beautifully polished very high energy for just a camera. Excellent

  • @kimibarra8781
    @kimibarra8781 Před 2 lety +1

    I subscribed. I was super impressed with what I saw. Can, wait to see more. Your kids must love watching you!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 2 lety

      Thanks, Kim. Hope you and your family are doing great!

  • @andrewsilverstein6186
    @andrewsilverstein6186 Před 3 lety +1

    Very smooth...lots of fun to watch, thank you

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      You are so welcome. Thank you for your kind comment. 🙂

  • @jaythejugglingmagician7536

    Well done! You're truly a worker. I'm really enjoying these contents!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Thanks, Jay. That means so much to me. You know I'm a huge fan of the work that you do.

  • @fantasticmartino2981
    @fantasticmartino2981 Před 3 lety +1

    Very beautiful routine! I like also the acrobatic intro of the props! Well done!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you so much, Martino. I appreciate that.

  • @deegee9560
    @deegee9560 Před rokem +2

    Would love to see you perform your "street magic" show at the Magic Castle in Hollywood!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 7 měsíci

      Aww, that would be awesome. Maybe some day!

  • @AllegroRubato
    @AllegroRubato Před 3 lety +1

    Ok so I know cups and balls almost by memory by now, but I the silliness with the wand right at the beginning of the trick? Awesome!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Yes, that is my version of Cellini's wand routine, "Wand of Merlin." I call that sequence, in deference to Cellini, "Merlin's Hat."

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      And thank you. :)

  • @philipnguyen3107
    @philipnguyen3107 Před 3 lety +2

    I subscribed. Congratulation on your works. You make Jim proud. I performed with Jim in NY in1981 and New Orleans in 1982. It was the golden age of street performing
    Stay blessed.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Hi Philip. That is so cool that you worked with Cellini in both New York and Nola. I wish so much that I'd had the chance to work alongside him or even just to spend some time talking about the art with him. Thanks for writing!

    • @philipnguyen3107
      @philipnguyen3107 Před rokem

      If you want to know about Cellini life in details from 1981 and 1982 let me know.

  • @Bozzy2000
    @Bozzy2000 Před 2 lety +1

    Loved this! Thanks for sharing.

  • @michaelkscottinc
    @michaelkscottinc Před 3 lety

    I love the cups and balls. Nice routine you did. I can't wait to see YOUR handling. I had the pleasure of meeting Chellini many years back when he lectured at Denny and Lee's Magic Studio in Baltimore (Actually I think Denny was in Essex, MD at the time). I learned a lot from that guy and I've incorporated some of those elements into my performances. Oh, and I love seeing women perform magic. I mentor a High School young lady that I saw perform at a school variety show. I try to encourage more ladies to get into magic. My daughters aren't interested, probably because they are smarter than me. lol. The Best to you, Alyx.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      I've seen a few lectures at Denny's. What a wonderful space he created. I didn't know him well, but I cherish the times I had talking with him and pouring over his book shelves.
      And yes! I think I've seen the video of the lecture you're talking about! Kozmo filmed a lecture there and has it on Reel Magic. It was wonderful. What a great man Cellini was.
      Thank you for writing!

  • @DVineMe
    @DVineMe Před 3 lety +1

    Nice routine! I loved the lemon reveal on the outer cups. This is generally where others will keep pulling out more and more and bigger and bigger, whereas you actually slow it down so the mind can relax and completely forget about those cups, making it a lot more powerful.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Aww, thank you for taking the time to write. I'm glad you appreciated that. I can't take credit for only doing three loads, but I do much prefer it. Thanks again for writing. 🙂

    • @DVineMe
      @DVineMe Před 3 lety

      @@AlyxMagic You can take credit for the awesome performance though (you can copy someone but it still takes skill to pull it off), and the fact that you understand what the trick is all about (the fact that you don't start pulling elephants, planets, solar systems, one after another out of your cups and so on). :)
      And the fact that you impressed me, and I'm not easily impressed. To me magic is a form of art, not just simple light entertainment where one wants to be fooled or something, no I want to deconstruct it and look at every little detail that either made of broke the trick. Just like you'd look at the beauty/genius of a single brush stroke in a painting. And to you madam, I simply must bow. I don't believe in THE best, but this certainly is one of the best performances of cups and balls I've ever seen.

  • @FreddiCool
    @FreddiCool Před 4 měsíci

    Great performance! As a wizzard I know the moves, but it is a great pleasure to watch your performance. What you do is real magic! Great job!!!

  • @doghot77
    @doghot77 Před 3 lety +1

    Fantastic loved your patter and routine cellini would proud stay safe x

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you so much, Mike! I appreciate you watching and I appreciate your comment regarding Cellini. Stay safe.

  • @JeffTMagic
    @JeffTMagic Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome awesome awesome. Expanding my own repertoire and been watching performances of the cups and balls for inspiration. Really great handling and performance!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem +1

      Hey there! I'm sorry I'm so late getting back to you, but awesome to hear you had been exploring the cups! They are pretty wonderful. Hope your study of the cups is going well. :)

    • @JeffTMagic
      @JeffTMagic Před rokem

      @@AlyxMagic no worries at all. I have a playlist saved which may be of use to you as well. Over 175 cups and balls performances.
      czcams.com/play/PLXQBtlEHUBgiSGCTY_b7UvC6DxvZypdtV.html
      I always add to it whenever I come across a new video to add. Congrats on all your recent successes and accomplishments. Hope to meet you and share a pitch one day out west here in CA

  • @RunFool
    @RunFool Před 3 lety +1

    That was pretty cool. And you have an easily likeable personality. Enjoyed the routine very much.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for the comment. :)

  • @magicjackmaxwell
    @magicjackmaxwell Před 4 měsíci +1

    Just found this video on my YT feed! YAAAAAAS! So freaking awesome Alyx!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 4 měsíci

      Haha, back in the days of lockdown. Thanks, friend.

  • @richardjohnson8796
    @richardjohnson8796 Před rokem

    Awesome video, I'll be checking out some more of your videos, thanks for the upload

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem +1

      Thanks, Richard! Glad you enjoyed. :)

  • @raceyhenderson3179
    @raceyhenderson3179 Před 3 lety

    So fabulous, Alyx!

  • @reginaldgooden3495
    @reginaldgooden3495 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I’ve subscribed and really love that cups and balls trick!🎩

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 8 měsíci

      So glad you liked it. Thanks for subscribing.

  • @abdelghanidjebara4685
    @abdelghanidjebara4685 Před 4 měsíci

    Bravo princesse👸....une routine originale ...simple et efficace....Best of the Best....

  • @michaelwald9864
    @michaelwald9864 Před 3 lety +1

    Really nice routine! Well done

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for both of these comments on the two videos. I appreciate it! :)

  • @sondraweidman4524
    @sondraweidman4524 Před 3 lety +1

    Fabulous As Always!!!

  • @FGQuinto
    @FGQuinto Před rokem +1

    I think the best thing about this is that your expressions engage me to enjoy it with you.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Hey there. I'm so glad to hear you felt my expressions were engaging. The human connection aspect of magic is my favorite part. :)
      Thanks for the comment!

    • @FGQuinto
      @FGQuinto Před rokem

      @@AlyxMagic mine too.

  • @KennethMcGrath
    @KennethMcGrath Před 3 lety +1

    Loved it. Your ending made me think of Tequila... and also how cool it might be to go from some version of this to a card inside one of the fruits.
    Also, made me think back to when I used to do bar magic. I should have performed cups and balls on the counter! Brilliant.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Hey, Kenneth! Oh, yeah! A tequila production from the hat would be amazing! I love it. I normally produce apples (because I'm more likely to eat them), but I had this citrus on hand... maybe you're on to something.
      I do actually have a bill in lemon routine that I put together. I'm not quite ready to release it to the general world, but trust me, I loooove the plot. :)
      Awesome that you were a bar magician. I'm hoping to pick up a bar next winter. Maybe I'll pick your brain about that some time...
      Take care!

  • @roninkegawa1804
    @roninkegawa1804 Před měsícem

    Great performance. May I make a suggestion from a magician to another? When you load the fruits, do it in 2 steps. Step 1 get it out of the pouch and rest your arm by your side. Step 2 do the actual load. I think it is smoother and more deceptive. You could even add a 3rd step, where you bring the cup to the fruit to load it, while changing the hand that holds the cup. Pause again, do something with your free hand, then put the cup on the table. By having 2, 3 or 4 steps to load the fruits, you increase both time and space misdirection.

  • @robertvallin4804
    @robertvallin4804 Před 3 lety +1

    Nicely done. Glad I stumbled upon you.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm glad you did, too. Thanks for the kind comment, Robert. :)

  • @altodomino7859
    @altodomino7859 Před 3 lety +1

    You have super smooth execution. Flawless

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you so much, Alto. I appreciate that. :)

  • @kevinbowman9386
    @kevinbowman9386 Před rokem +1

    Found you on CZcams today and subscribed immediately. Superb performance and a great personality.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 7 měsíci

      Aww, thank you! Apologies that it took me so long to write back. This channel kind of died, but I'm starting it back up! There's a new video here, if you're interested: czcams.com/video/OeuhxX1wrr0/video.html

  • @dougidoug
    @dougidoug Před 3 lety +1

    Nice routine. Really smooth moves and killer ending.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Thanks, Doug. Glad you enjoyed it. :)

  • @KLONDIKEpsychic
    @KLONDIKEpsychic Před 4 měsíci

    Wonderful handling! Great rhythm too!

  • @ianwilliam3811
    @ianwilliam3811 Před 3 lety +3

    This is just great Alex. As The Beatles would say, it please pleased me! Stay safe.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Thanks so much, Ian. Yay for the Beatles. :) Stay safe.

  • @raymondloya175
    @raymondloya175 Před 3 lety +1

    I subbed 👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼
    Well executed love the cups and balls you nailed it😎🖖🏼

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Aww, thank you, Raymond. I appreciate that. 🙂

  • @jasonm921
    @jasonm921 Před 3 lety +1

    Skill + Personality=Great Performer
    Well done. Look forward to the next one.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the kind comment, Jason!

  • @johnbeckvold1605
    @johnbeckvold1605 Před 5 měsíci

    Wonderful skill and showmanship

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 5 měsíci

      Thank you, I appreciate that!

  • @FollowMagicBrad
    @FollowMagicBrad Před 2 lety +1

    Well Done 👍
    I’ve always loved 🥰 the Cups and Balls. Even the plastic red yellow and blue set.😊

  • @joentexas
    @joentexas Před 4 měsíci

    I'm a big fan of Hannibal's cups and balls. I watched his video so many times and enjoy it even though I know what he is doing. Yet he is so skilled I never see it. But his shtick is the best. It's the same with you, Alyx. Hope to see you on the road some day. Thanks.

  • @mrigaanksingh425
    @mrigaanksingh425 Před 3 lety +2

    Ma'am I recently started to practice the Cups and balls and this performance showcases the level of seamlessness that I have to achieve ❤️🔥

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Wow, thank you. That is very kind. I hope you enjoy your journey with the cups. They will become fast friends. :)

  • @magicdude1846
    @magicdude1846 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Wonderful routine. I subscribed 👍🏻

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Hey, thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words, and thanks for subscribing. :)

  • @scotchguru
    @scotchguru Před 2 lety

    Really enjoyed your performance. Your handling of the Vernon wand spin made me smile from ear to ear. All the best to you.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Thanks, Keith! I've always enjoyed the wand spin. Eric Decamps recently remarked that my little version of it is almost like an in air han pien chien move. Whatever it is, I enjoy it!

    • @scotchguru
      @scotchguru Před rokem +1

      Eric was spot on lol

  • @famulu3794
    @famulu3794 Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent job! Your wand vanish was perfect.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked the wand vanish. That is my favorite part of the whole routine. I spent a few weeks working out that wand sequence, and it's nice to see it get noticed. Thank you! :)

  • @liquidgargoyle8316
    @liquidgargoyle8316 Před 5 měsíci +1

    nice routine, here some improvements suggestions : 1 flip stick could make use of a more natural hand position when it reappears, 2 higher table to hide the hand inside the leather bag, 3 no white walls in background, lil bit more decorative background

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks! This was a while ago during the dark days of lockdown. It was a fun video to make, but boy, I didn't know what I was doing, haha.

  • @andrewsherratt9041
    @andrewsherratt9041 Před 3 lety +1

    Awsome ! Brilliant Performance .

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks, Andrew! I appreciate you watching and your kind words. Hope you have a great afternoon/evening. :)

  • @audiemuniz6445
    @audiemuniz6445 Před 3 lety

    Very nice cellini,love the cups and ball rutine. like the way you make disappear the want.nicely done!. keep it up.be safe!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před rokem

      Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @discoverurbug6305
    @discoverurbug6305 Před 3 lety +1

    Clean, lighting fast & brilliant 👍👋

  • @adamcallaghan2119
    @adamcallaghan2119 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Fantastic performance! 👏

  • @stevenstone8875
    @stevenstone8875 Před 5 měsíci

    Great presentation!!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks! It is Cellini's, mostly!

  • @andrewcharlton1340
    @andrewcharlton1340 Před 3 lety +1

    Most Excellent! Subscribed!

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      Hey Andrew! Thanks for watching and thanks for subscribing. I really appreciate that. :)

  • @FelixNothus
    @FelixNothus Před 3 měsíci

    Its rare to see performers reference Cellini.
    My mentor and good friend Nick Nickolas was a student of Cellini's.
    You do the art a great justice with your presentation and slights, I hope our paths cross on day on the great dreamers highway ;)

  • @gunaonline4725
    @gunaonline4725 Před rokem +1

    I love the performance , awesome style , great Cellini magic

  • @alkazamperth1787
    @alkazamperth1787 Před 3 lety +1

    Loved it! Thanks for that.

    • @AlyxMagic
      @AlyxMagic  Před 3 lety

      I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment. :)