An Honest Critique of Brian Gillis and SueInside MagicMagic News Updated Daily for the Professional Magician

Sue Divines Serial Numbers of Remote Bills

One of my favorite magicians is Brian Gillis. I saw him for the first time at the Magic Castle years ago. He did an outstanding effect where several members of the audience looked at any card in a deck and he was able to tell each member the card they glanced at. It seemed impossible to me.

I introduced myself after his performance and he was kind and nodded as I told him how much I enjoyed his act. I know that he must have heard the same from so many people that night and every night during his run at the Castle.

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I returned to the Magic Castle and heard he would be performing in the Palace of Mystery with “Sue.” I knew that if Brian Gillis was involved in the act it had to be great and so I actually conned the door person to allow me to see the show twice that night.

Bottom line: if you ever have a chance to see Brian Gillis and Sue, you need to grab that chance quickly. If you love magic and the history of magic, you will love this show. Brian and Sue put on two classics from the rich history of our art. Brian and Sue do a fantastic mentalism act.

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Sue Divines Serial Numbers of Remote Bills

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Sue both Blindfolded and Beautiful

Sue is on stage – which makes sense because she is clearly the more attractive member of the partnership – and blindfolded. Without any noticeable hints, clues or leads, Sue was able to identify objects audience members held, answered questions known only by the audience and finally correctly discerned the serial number of a ten dollar bill held by a woman next to me. (Coincidentally, the beautiful blonde female volunteer was with Friends’ star Mathew Perry).

The Georgia Magnet as Performed by Sue

But it got better. I was smiling involuntarily when the petite Sue invited two men on stage to perform her version of the Georgia Magnet. I had read about the effect – as I am sure you have – but it was amazing to see. I imagine Sue weighs 90 lbs soaking wet and with lead shoes. But the two men were unable to lift her unless she allowed them.

It was, to me, truly magical. I know that Brian and Sue are in incredible demand on the west coast but it is my hope they will some how find their way to the heartland or the east coast to show audiences the impossible.

The Georgia Magnet with Warren Beatty

I am not an easy push-over. I am actually pretty harsh in my criticism of magicians that lack imagination or the desire to improve the art. Brian’s old act was outstanding. The addition of Sue and the mentalism effect improved upon his prior success and the Georgia Magnet effect only added to the attraction.

Check out their website; very nice and professional — just like Brian and Sue.