The Professional Stage Pickpocket-Ricki Dunn-1st Ed Stage Illusion Magic Routine

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The Professional Stage Pickpocket by Ricki Dunn
Title: The Professional Stage Pickpocket
Author:
Ricki Dunn
ISBN: 0-9618175-2-6
Publisher
: Nielson Magic
Publication Date: 2006
Hardcover
Book Size: 6 ¼ X 9 ¼
Pages: 208 pages plus a DVD
Edition: 1
st
Edition
Book Condition: Excellent-Sealed
Dust Jacket Condition: None-As Issued
Note: The book for sale is Sealed! The photos & scans are from my personal copy!
The Professional Stage Pickpocket is the result of Ricki Dunn's impressive career that spanned over 50 years. In it Ricki reveals how to steal every kind of item. It includes routines that incorporate the different steals, how to develop a pickpocket act, and how to market it. Also known as "America's Funniest Pickpocket", Ricki worked at all the mayor nightclubs, hotels, casinos, and cruise ships around the world. He worked in cities like Miami, Chicago, New York, and Las Vegas. During his 20 minute act he would steal everything from wallets, neckties, glasses, and belts, and have his audience roaring with laughter.
Even if you do not plan to become a pickpocket, the knowledge of timing and the selection of material is well worth your consideration. This book is the legacy of a full-time professional entertainer who was one of the best in his field.
This book has received rave reviews:
“Nielsen Magic has done double service by providing a wonderful tribute to a great act and unique character, and at the same time delivering his enormous talent and hard-won knowledge to future performers.”
Jamy
Ian Swiss - Genii Magazine
“...this book and DVD combination is the best work of its kind so far.”
Jeff Hobson - MUM Magazine
“I believe any magician will profit by reading this book, in that the attention to detail, the knowledge of timing, the selection of material, and the audience handling techniques are very valuable.”
Phil
Willmarth
- The Linking Ring
A partial list of what this book contains:
Misdirection
Maintaining Audience Control
Organizing the Stolen Goods
Stealing from Different Pockets
Stealing Watches
Stealing Neckties and Belts
Pseudo-Steals
The Shirt Trick
20 Professional Pickpocket Routines
Creating a Pickpocket Act
Publicity for a Pickpocket Act
Thoughts on the Electric Chairs
Ricki Dunn was a fascinating person. This book also contains two appendices, with a biography and stories by some of his best friends. Ricki is no longer with us, and for that reason there is a DVD included of his act (performance only), giving the viewer a glimpse of his personality onstage, as well as his masterful timing.
Please examine the photos of this book. I have included photos of the index, when needed. I have also included photos of especially colorful, interesting or autographed pages. I will be happy to answer any specific question, just send me an Email!
NOTE:
I do NOT use “Stock” photos-ALL photos & Scans are mine unless otherwise noted!
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