What People are Saying

"I came to the workshop hoping to transform into a new kind of magician — a subtler magician who weaves wonder even in between the tricks, in all aspects of life. I am thankful to all of the participants for the boost. Standing upon their mighty shoulders, I can see a magical horizon. And the wonderful thing about a horizon is that, the faster you run toward it, the faster it runs along and widens with you."

"I came home infused with a wisdom and a truth that is priceless and lasting."

"For me, the class was not about learning the latest sleights and moves (though I did pick up some good ones), it was about connecting with a like-minded performers and sharing in a welcoming community. I left completely re-invigorated and re-committed to the craft."

"From my shy days in Mystery School to my more recent Master Classes they have educated and enriched my magic verve with supportive, professional, and sincere guidance, while monitoring the evolvement of my performance."

"When people ask me what the best part of a McBride Magic School session is I always respond by saying it's the creative and inspirational energy. During this past session I left the school with a financial goal in mind with my magic. I want to make $X amount per week by performing magic alone. I have been making my goal or doubling it every week since I have been home. This is a HUGE breakthrough for me and I believe it is a direct result of The Magic School."

"[Jeff and Eugene] advance the state of our art through teaching the way they think about their own work."

"As a participant, you have the opportunity to perform and get feedback from all of the attendees in a loving and caring way that doesn't typically happen in the magic community."

"Who is this class for? The class really is for anyone with an interest in people and psychology."

"Jeff McBride emphasizes the importance of the students feeling well, that we trust each other and enjoy each other's company. The camaraderie is good. There is no competition among us. We do things together, laugh, hang out, dine together and perform magic. In this way pleasure and business are joined."

"Not only did I get the advice I was looking for, the inspiration from Jeff and Eugene will last a lifetime. "

"Because Jeff cultivated an environment of camaraderie, companionship, and support at his home, many students strongly connected with other members of the class. The most magical part of the weekend was the growth of this connection. It wouldn't have developed if an authoritarian pedagogue stood before us lecturing dogmatically about doing better magic. It happened because we all interacted as equals, and ended up leaving as friends."

"I had always found myself attracted to the "gravitas" of bizarre magic, but as I had seen it practiced and from everything that I had read about it, there was an unfortunate "Count Floyd" self-parodying quality that seemed inescapable. The sessions with Jeff and Eugene at this event forever freed me from the shackles of the past expressions of this art."

"The world's most prestigious magic school."

"A master class is like Russian Dolls: everytime we think we have learnt THE lesson that will change our magic (and it happened so many times during the week), we find out there is something more to learn... We should never forget that we are student forever and that there is always things to learn from each of us!"

"Wow! What can I say about the 7-day master class at the Magic & Mystery School?... From Jeff's seemingly limitless knowledge of magic (including his amazing, and amazingly entertaining ability to find everything he needs to perform the tricks he's asked about, recount their history, then perform them!), his perceptive advice and his boundless energy and enthusiasm to Eugene's wonderful magic and words of wisdom to Abbi's and the rest of the faculty's knowledge of magic and the business of magic, its difficult to find the words to describe what a wonderful time I had... What I'm certain of is that I'll be back and that if you've never been, you'll have an absolutely unforgettable experience!"

"The most welcoming atmosphere of achievement I have ever experienced. It was a dream!"

"Working with Jeff and Eugene was equivalent of getting golf lessons from Tiger Woods and Arnold Palmer!"

"If you want to be more than a cookie-cutter magician, this is the place to be!"

"McBride's Master Class has been the the single most useful and rewarding week of my life."

"He doesn't just help you with a trick, he helps you in every aspect of theater and performing arts. When all that is put together it's more than just a magic act. It's a huge magical theater production!"

"Master Class was the best magical experience I have ever had. My magic is now more unique to me, and I have a much deeper understanding of the whole "magical experience" that the magician and the audience go through at a show."

"Master Class was great! It was truly a magical experience, worth the money and more!"

"Jeff, This Class Was Wonderful! There are no words I can use to explain how great of an experience it was to work with you to better my magic. For the first time I felt connected to the 'magic world' in the business, entertainment, and the everyday atmosphere. Thank you."

"Just an incredible experience. I'll be back!"

"Jeff McBride's Master Class was the greatest life changing experience I have ever had in the realm of magic. "

"I applied your advice to my act and it has really made a difference. Not only did I take the 2003 Lance Burton Award, but I also received the 2003 IBM Stage Champion Award. Now instead of competing at conventions I am appearing!"

"After one day with Jeff and Eugene you will learn true magic. I have already applied many of the ideas and principles I have learned to my magic and can already see the difference."

"Fantastic results! Thanks to your help at Master Class, I've had a great first week of performances at the Magic Castle, and have been immediately re-booked for 2 weeks! Also, thanks to your special class on "Packing for Performance", my travel case only weighs 48kg! Master Class has produced results that have exceeded my dreams! I learn something new every time I attend your classes. So far I've done 5 Master Classes, it seems to be working miracles, so I'll be back again soon!"

"The Pendragons' and Jeff's class in small and portable illusions was as mind-blowing and constructive an experience as everything this one-of-a-kind magic school does. It's world class. Anyone who wants to upgrade their magic several levels should visit Vegas and the amazing McBride's Magic & Mystery School."

"The level of creativity in the Master Class was boundless and the energy addictive. Not only did it dramatically improve my magic but it inspired and revitalised my enthusiasm for our ART. Anybody who is serious about performing magic should find a way to be part of this. "

"Jeff McBride's workshop was an energetic session that forced me to think more deeply about my magic, and my role as a magician. During the question and answer session, Jeff answered direct questions of every magician present, and helped people on a one-to-one basis. In my own case, Jeff offered advice that I couldn't obtain anywhere, or from anyone else. I've already implemented his suggestions in my new show, and the results speak for themselves. Jeff's wit, wisdom, intensity, and genuine caring as a teacher all shine during his workshop. He understands what magicians need to know in order to grow. After five hours (which absolutely flew by!), he does not create McBride clones. Instead, he inspires everyone present to become the best magicians they can be."

"McBride's Master Class alters your perception of not just magic, but life itself."

"Sell your grandmother if you have to (she'll understand) You MUST attend if you're serious about magic."

"Thanks to McBride's Master Class, I have recently been able to replace my corporate income with a full time career as a magician. Even though I still have much to learn, you have given me the confidence and knowledge to take this direction in my life. After a 20-year hiatus, I am back working cruise ships again. In late September, I will be back in Vegas with several trade shows and hospitality suites already booked. Thank you for all of efforts and commitment. I hope to attend another class this winter."

"Jeff McBride and Eugene Burger were masters at making my presentation magical and meaningful. The personal growth I experienced in their Master Classes was a gift -- one that changed my thinking and effectiveness forever."

"If you are serious about learning the art of magic Jeff McBride's Magic & Mystery School is the place to go!"

"The master class was inspiring, reassuring and a kick in my magic epistemological pants. The feedback that I (and the others) received was so full of true caring like I have not experienced before. You all wanted me (us) to succeed in our magic. It felt that it was all done from the heart."

"Master Class is a safe place for magicians, whether old, young, experienced or just starting out, to bring their creative talents and have them focused, and polished in a very personal and profound way. Jeff, Eugene and Tobias have brought together the wisdom, the experience and creative knowledge not available anywhere else... The transformation that happens, occurs not only in the magic routine, but in the person."

"It was more a community than a class... The Master Class has lasting impact. I was changed... They took routines that were frankly very poor and not very entertaining and polished them like diamonds and silver - they did it with a love of the art."

"Your eyes will see new and exciting things; you will discover the TRUE SECRET of MAGIC. The wisdom [Master Class has] given and instilled in me I will carry with me always; thank you for helping me find who I am."

"As a professional magician who has been studying the "art" of magic for 21 years, I can only say this: I learned more in those three days, than I have in the last 10 years! The total experience of the class was something that only sunk in after the class was over. The trio (Eugene, Jeff, and Tobias) offered me sincere wisdom and friendship, and I look forward to attending again soon."

"All of your help with tension and release (not to mention your marketing hints) have helped me to excel in the art of magic"

"To use a Star Wars analogy, it was like going to see two Jedi Masters. When I went, I had an idea of what I was EXPECTING to learn. When I left, I had not only what I expected to learn, but also what I NEEDED to learn."

"Eugene and Jeff are the world's best magic teachers. Their heads and hearts at the right magic place. Their vision clear and accesible for whoever wants to listen. Their observations sharp. Their feedback clear and ready for use. The questions challenging. The atmosphere intimate, personal and passionate."

"Expect a miracle! This class far exceeds any verbiage about it! This is the tap-root of magic. Jeff shape-shifts, enters the persona of the performer and alchemizes their act into a stunning diamond that's a winner!"

"Master Classes are real magic. It has been a mind opener for me, and there was no trick behind it. Thanks- or better yet, merci beaucoup."

"Jeff, Master Class, for me, while teaching practical, commercial magic goes far deeper. Your work opens the door to the joyous creation of entire performance pieces perfectly tailor-made to allow me to be the very best magician I was born to be, Thank You!"

"Jeff, I came out here to polish my act's character and blocking. As soon as I finished, you were right there, bestowing upon me the gold to turn my magic into heart and soul, effectively communicating my thoughts to my audience. This experience is the new direction in magical instruction. It was wonderful!! Master Class surpassed ALL of my expectations!"

"Without a doubt the most inspiring event in my magical "carreer". It tapped just the right things to keep believing in what I do is right! I repeat what I said two years ago: My wife does not like magic but damn, I wish she could have experienced this."

"Master Class was much more than I expected. Jeff and Eugene are exceptional instructors. They have a great insight into what makes a 'Magical' performance."

"Jeff and Eugene are masters at teaching real-time magic. You can use their immediate feedback and combined wisdom to turn your raw magic routine into a polished gem of magic. I felt like I spent 3 days with Howard Thurston and Dai Vernon personally helping me improve my magic performance, stagecraft and art. Tobias provided invaluable marketing and promotional information for the professional magician."

"Master Class was one of the best experiences I have ever had! I wouldn't wait two seconds to book another one next Summer -- it was truly unbelievable. I loved it! In those three days, I learned more than I would in years -- if that! It was an amazing experience. Just when I thought it couldn't be better, Teller, Johnny Thompson, and Lance Burton walk in. It was a room full of my idols."

"Master Class is without a doubt the best experience you can ever have. I am looking forward to going again!!! Now I can actually say I HAVE SOMETHING THAT'S MY OWN WORK!!!! "

"I left the course feeling very inspired and almost immediately invented an effect that I am very excited about and believe could well become my signature piece of the future."

"After reviewing my notes from the recent Master Class, I find it hard to believe all the excellent information presented in just three days. I don't think there was one segment of the weekend that didn't provide ideas, thoughts and inspiration aimed at making all of us in attendance better magicians. I learned more in those few days about how magic should be performed than I have in the past several years. Going into the class, I knew that my skill level was not where it needs to be. But I felt I needed to participate in the class if I wanted any feedback aimed directly at my needs. I had to give you a starting point. As it turned out, my performance was far below what I had planned on presenting and I'm sure your first reaction was to tell me to find another art form. But instead, you offered solid ideas on improving my magic and gave me encouragement to keep working. The fact that your group would take the time and share knowledge gained though years of hard work shows you genuinely care about helping others to improve. I was reminded of a line Eugene wrote in one of his books, "All done with kindness". After I put in the practice time and incorporate what I learned at Master Class, I can't help but become a better magician."

"I arrived at Master Class hoping to become a better Magician; I left the class wanting to become a better human being as well. "

"Jeff and Eugene's course was extremely enlightening. I was in awe about how much input each of them had on each subject that was brought up. I loved it."

"Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Tobias Beckwith and Lance Burton were truly amazing! They each opened up their heart and mind to provide us (the students) with magical wisdom and inspiration. The knowledge I brought home from Las Vegas was a once in a lifetime opportunity...not to mention priceless! I strongly encourage any magic enthusiast, amateur, semiprofessional, or professional magician to attend. How many magicians can say they learned hands-on from some of Las Vegas' greatest magicians. And how many great magicians, like Jeff McBride, would provide an experience such as the Master Class...none at all. Thank you to Jeff, Eugene, Tobias and Lance...I'll see you at the next class!"