Benson Bowl Routine by Roy Benson

Captivate your audience with an inexpensive bowl, a magic wand and a few sponge balls. Originated by Roy Benson, the Bowl Routine lets you perform a strong, visual "Cups and Balls" type of routine with an ordinary, ungimmicked bowl. It is a true classic of magic in which sponge balls magically disappear and reappear one at a time under an inverted bowl. In addition to taking full advantage of the properties involved, the entire routine requires just one, easy-to-learn move - Roy Benson's highly deceptive "retention of vision" vanish. The innocence of the props along with the absence of any conspicuous "finger flinging" makes the effect look like real magic to a lay audience. Our new, color photo-illustrated manuscript updates the classic handling and gives you optional instructions for adding Don Alan's powerful climax - a surprise Malini-type load at the end that will add an exclamation point to any performance. Manuscript contents include: Background, An Overview of Roy Benson's Routine, Properties, The Benson Sponge Move, Set-up, Performance and more. 13 pages. NOTE: No props supplied.