Character Development for Magicians by Woody Pittman

Mint-condition copies from the 2012 first edition
Limited quantities available

32-page full-color booklet
Saddle-stitched
Insights on comedy clubs, trick selection, scripting, and audience handling
12 chapters on comedy magic and developing an original persona
40-minute video via streaming link with Woody’s full-length Magic Castle show, demo reel, and silent movies

Many magicians called him a genius performer, and his unique comedy is still talked about. His brief but incredible book on comedy-magic theory is a must-read for every working magician.

In Character Development for Magicians, comedy club veteran Woody Pittman explores the crucial inside topic of how to develop and deepen your own character and persona as a magician. This concise but wonderful book will help you better understand your own character and make your performance even more uniquely you.

Originally published in 1998 as “The Big Picture,” Pittman revised the book in 2012 for a rerelease shortly before his death in 2014.

The 40-minute video (via streaming link) includes one of Woody’s legendary performances at the Magic Castle, plus his demo reel and five charming silent films featuring his sweet stage character.

Chapters
Introduction Woody Pittman
1. Why I Like Magic
2. Is That Your Real Voice?
3. Getting There is Half the Fun
4. Now What?
5. Wanna See Somethin’?
6. Shotgun Weddings
7. The Mystery of the Floating Silver Ball
8. Breaking Up is Hard to Do
9. You Mean That Wasn’t in the Patter?
10. Pick Me! Pick Me!
11. Watson, Get in Here!
12. Almost There

Woody’s Video
Il Marriege Proposàl
Sock Monkey
Shuffleboard King
Christmas
Blood Day