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Close-Up Magic

By Wayne Kawamoto, About.com

Definition: Magic that is performed for small groups of people who are standing or sitting nearby. Close-up magic typically uses common household objects such as cards, coins, handkerchiefs and more.

A magician who performs close-up magic is a close-up magician.

Examples: While in the office, Ted performed close-up magic with playing cards for a few people in his cubicle.

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