Script Writing for Magicians & Mentalists - Masterclass

Over the last 15 years, the single most common question I am asked by magicians and mentalists across the globe is…. How do you write scripts?

This is a BIG question, and the answer is multi-faceted.  

There seems to be an assumption, in the magic world, that because you have learned the methods of a trick, writing a script for it should be an automatic extension of its method. 

Nothing could be further from the truth.

Writing scripts for magic tricks is an isolated skill, using distinct and separate tools and resources from those needed to successfully execute its method.

The big challenge for magicians is that the resources available in the larger world that focus on writing scripts are not tailored or focused on the very specific needs of magicians and mentalists.  

Rather, they will teach you how to write screenplays, theatre plays, sales scripts, email newsletters, ad copy and everything else unrelated to the challenges we face.

We spend hours looking for guidance, assistance and approaches from experts from fields that, in truth, have no connection to our own. These experts truly have no idea what it is that we do, the challenges we face, or the needs our unique art form imposes upon the process of writing a script.  

I sincerely believe that a good script is what can make the difference between a good trick and an extraordinary magical experience.  

In this special intensive workshop, I will be sharing all that I have learned over 30 years of attempting to overcome the unique challenges of writing scripts that elevate my own tricks into magical experiences.

This is not armchair theory. This is results-focused and the results of my own explorations and research can be seen in the work that I present. If you have enjoyed my approach to scripting my own material, this workshop will provide you with all you need to do the same for yourself.

Today, the main focus in my work is to simplify. Too often, magic teachers, lecturers and dealers aim to muddy the water in an attempt to appear deep. This makes sense; it gives them something that ‘sizzles’ when selling.  However, in my opinion, it is not useful. To simplify is to bring clarity, and with clarity comes intuitive and easy application, and with it, results.  

In this workshop, I have aimed to simplify the process of writing a script and distil the very best of the tools, resources and approaches that have proven successful in my own work into simple-to-understand and easy-to-use steps. There is no muddy water!

Together we will travel from the initial script concept right the way to the finish line of a first draft and then explore how to refine, deepen and develop the scripts through real-world performance. 

This is a ‘start to finish’ approach that, I truly believe, if followed, will provide you with results that elevate your own tricks into magical experiences.

The workshop will take place over 2 consecutive Zoom sessions, each lasting 90 minutes.  The sessions will take place on August 9th and 10th, 2025, at 7.30 pm UK time.  The masterclass is strictly limited to 20 attendees.

During these sessions, you will follow my instructions and craft a new, unique and compelling script, from concept to finished draft, by participating in the simple exercises spread across the sessions. Each session will be available to download for future review and study.