Keymaster Project Lecture Notes

Introduction

• Keymaster has been a go-to trick for close-up magic for 15 years.
• The project includes four custom-designed gimmick keys.
• Allows creation of a 10-20 minute act that can be performed anytime, anywhere.

Key Routines

Original Keymaster Routine

• Spectators hold keys, and holes jump between keys.
• Key features:
  • Visual movement of holes along the key.
  • Occurs in the spectator's hands.
  • 10 routines available using different key combinations.
• Setup: Use a keychain with one-hole and two-hole keys.
• Performance:
  • Use verbal misdirection to switch keys.
  • Spectators witness a visual disappearance and reappearance of holes.

Gatekeeper

• A one-key version of Keymaster.
• Uses the key with a hole in the stem.
• Visuals include moving the hole off the key and back on.

Symbiotic

• Extends Gatekeeper by involving a business card.
• Business card trick: Draw a key, punch a hole, and the hole moves similarly to the key.

Biz Key Routine

• Integrates business card as a giveaway.
• Involves a hundred-dollar bill switch technique.

Additional Tricks

Key and String

• Combines ring and string concept with keys.
• Key visually appears to come off and go back onto the string.
• Ends with a key with no hole.

Eclipse Key

• Uses a mirror for illusion of multiple holes.
• Simple switch of keys and visual demonstration.

Holy Bill

• Combines Keymaster with a borrowed bill.
• Two-hole keys and one-hole key involved.
• Spectators see holes disappear from keys onto the bill.

Any Hole on Any Card

• A playing card routine involving named cards.
• Hole jumps from the key to a freely chosen card.

Hole Jumper

• Deck-based routine involving rough cards.
• A hole moves from a card in the deck to a card in the spectator's hand.

Structuring an Act

• Combine multiple routines for a 10-20 minute act.
• Transition smoothly between routines.
• Consider organic and logical progression.

Final Notes

• Keymaster routines are practical for real-world performance.
• Ensure a keychain that facilitates easy removal of keys.
• Feedback and reviews are encouraged to improve the project.

Conclusion

• Keymaster is a versatile, powerful magic tool.
• Provides a unique everyday carry magic solution.
• Encourages creativity and routine building for magicians.