How Do You Perform The Table Of Death Magic Illusion?
The Table of Death magic illusion is difficult to pull off for new magicians. This illusion features many moving parts, including a bed of spikes, an assistant holding the spikes up until the appointed time and escape mechanisms needed to avoid harm. There are several approaches to this magic illusion that ensure maximum entertainment and safety. Review embellishments and added flourishes given to the Table of Death illusion by prominent magicians. Penn and Teller have performed an extreme variation of this illusion that is well documented on websites like YouTube. Consult with online magic retailers to find your own version of the Table of Death. Owen Magic Supreme sells the Bed of Horrors, which allows you to perform this illusion safely (see Resources below). Replace center spikes in your apparatus with scoping spikes. Plastic and composite spikes fold upward into the bed as impact is made with your body. Drop the spikes quickly at the beginning of your act to show that the points a
