@@ohgary well, you just probably don't follow magic as an art form. Im not a magician myself, but have been a fan of magic for few years now. I know how most of the televised tricks are done, and it brings me more appreciation to the artists and their presentation. In this video, there are mostly classic tricks, easy to understand but extremely difficult to apply.
When my daughter was 13 and knew it all, I took her to see Johnny Ace Palmer at Zachs. When we were waiting for the show to start she declared "There is no such thing as magic". After she signed a card and he made it stick to the ceiling, she was impressed. By the time he finished his act with the cups and balls, she was wide eyed, flabbergasted and no longer a know-it-all! Thanks Johnny!
I was in school with one of Johnny's kids. It was amazing he would come perform periodically and it was always amazing. He was always so sweet, and every time we would run into him in town, he would always stop to chat
An amazing act all together, I loved his incorporation of live animals. And in my opinion like all great magicians combines comedy with technical skill.
Very true, and he was so nice to everyone at this holiday party. After the show was over he literally took time out of his Saturday (during the holiday season, no less) to chat with one of the employee's husbands, just shooting the breeze. Very nice and talented man.
Johnny Ace Palmer - Best of Best !!! Absolute Master - Sleight of hand and Entertainment !!! He proves every time that he's FISM Grand Prix Winner !!! Love him, met him in person and saw him Live !!!
Johnny Ace Palmer is an absolute master. I am inspired by him to work harder and keep studying. Many years ago he used to do walk around magic at Zach's on Ventura in Studio City. I was amazed by him then and that was 25 years ago! Fantastic. Lucky audience that got to experience this live.
Sharpo Wow, me too! Became a regular for years.I recall the ceiling was covered in signed cards. I watched him at Earth, Wind and Flour in Santa Monica as well. Best close up magic I have ever witnessed. Such a great man.
I've done magic for many years at least 20 and I have to say Bravo to Johnny Ace, he is very good. His slight of hands and props he has mastered them well.
This guy is amazing, sweet and funny at the same he is a Magician . I watch your videos with smile all over my face. Thank you Sir for sharing your life's work with us.
Even though you know how magicians do their tricks never tell them to anyone, respect their work, they might have gone through a lot while choosing this as their passion, their parents might have not supported them for this, they have gone through a lot of practice day and night, and they make people smile. Some people just to show how clever or smart they are goes on to telling how he did the trick but they never tell how much time did it take to get it perfect. If you are one of those and you are that smart then why don't you become a magician. They are the most creative people on Earth and they got a family to feed as well, If you are reading this, I beg you never ever tell anyone how magicians do their magic and that's when you actually become smart and clever.
Yeah, finger dexterity and finger independence doesn't come easy. Those are a definite must have, to perform slight of hand tricks. Hours and hours for just one trick. Though, if you master a couple of slight of hand tricks. I think it should be "easier" to master more of them... (But sure as hell I can't).
People that are "clever" enough to figure out the tricks and tell everyone aren't clever enough to know they are spoiling it for other people or clever enough to know the skill involved. And you are right the practice to make a trick perfect could be years plus like this guy being soo entertaining is another skill in itself.
I watched Johnny entertain at a Magic convention in Dallas, TX. back in 1983. As a magician I was impressed by Johnny, but it was his appearing bottle that stuck with me for 40 yrs.. We can all learn from Johnny, a great entertainer.
John was just starting out in about 1983 in Tanners at Browns Hotel in the Catskills.when he produced the baby chicks it blew everyone😊 away he is the best.back in the 80 to today.to remain on top that says a lot,thank you
This guy is amazing... a real entertainer would love to have him here in England...I'd hire him to amaze my family and friends... such a great personality... keep up the good work ACE man...
IMHO, one of the all time best TH-cam videos ever. I have watched this dozens of times, and I enjoy it more each time. What a craftsman, what a magician, what a wonderful person Johnny Ace Palmer is. I echo the comment below, the audience doesn’t realize what a truly wonderful show it is watching.
I was able to hang with Johnny at Disneyland many years ago while he was doing strolling magic. I knew who he was and at the time he was surprised that I knew who he was. What an amazing man. I wish he was around more online. Stay healthy my friend.
Well, the very first thing I saw in this video is a ring dangling from his left hand sleeve, which he used to extract flowers. He is certainly a charismatic person and for the most part is a very smooth sleight of hand. But as with all sleight of hand tricks it only works because spectators don't know what he is going to do. If you expect those alive chickens, bottles or rabbits to appear it is not really hard to see, when he puts them in there.
@@blacktigershearthstoneadve6905 I challenge you to do anything that he does but better I guarantee you can't. It's easy to talk and know secrets but magic is not knowing secrets thats only maybe 10% of the effect. Presentation, misdirection,audience management, and so much more is the other half
I've revisited this video years after first watching it, because I find Johnny to be a wonderfully warm, charismatic and just lovely person. I know nothing about him, but his skills are amazing and I just love this video.
One of THE absolutely strongest experiences I've had watching magic was seeing Johnny do his FISM act. Absolutely FRIED me!!!! His cups and balls ending with chicks and doves BLEW MY MIND. Plus--he's an absolute SAINT of a person.
This magician has motivated me to become a professional magician. I was 10 years old when I saw him on "Incredible Sunday" and the "Magic Castle". His magic is extraordinary. Thank you for posting.
Old school, classic. Look, this kind of Magic, the style, might be dated but it is really really well done. And, for the average audience, it's just magic! Johnny is a total beast and there are so many little things that he is doing here that modern kids just don't understand. A real Pro here doing what seems like real magic. Man, the standing cups and balls with the Finish... Awesome!
Tuve la gran oportunidad de ver y conocer al gran Johnny A. Palmer en el congreso internacional de magia "Flasoma" en Bogotá - Colombia ya hace casi 30 años atras y no me canso de ver una y otra vez sus ilusiones! Felicitaciones Johnny! == I had the great opportunity to see and meet the great Johnny A. Palmer at the international Magic-Congress "Flasoma" in Bogotá - Colombia, almost 30 years ago and I never get tired of seeing his illusions again and again! Congratulations Johnny!
What a great magician. Very funny and a smooth operator. This is the second time I've seen the chickens and both audiences were absolutely amazed at the baby chickens. I have no idea how he does it but I love how fun he makes it.
I could see the distraction and sleight of hand on most of the videos with Johnny, but I would have never seen it live. And that's the real trick. His distraction is perfect, and his delivery is so good... I think he is as good as any sleight of hand magician that I have witnessed, and I actually knew a few of them in my years. Plus he is so entertaining. Darn TH-cam videos, especially up close, let you slow everything down - but again, it doesn't matter. His performance is tops. And of course, I could not figure out everything he did. He's really quick, and deceptive - and as I suggested but did not say explicitly, he is a world class entertainer. At least to me he is. Once I found him I watched all the videos I could find. I hope he is doing well today.
addendum, I had to look up more videos. Of course he had to redo many of his routines, to fill out an act, but he has that extra something which allows him to vary the delivery. Plus he is able to enjoy the delivery himself, you can tell by listening to him and watching him perform the same trick in different videos. He's into it along with his audience, which always makes for the best possible performance. And yes, he brings in new stuff to his shows, which may become routine in the future - but his delivery will not make them seem routine. What a great performer who earns the title of magician.
Love learning tricks and gimmicked evey day things etc etc. I don't have the presentation and I just love watching these showmen, entertainers, masters performing. The way they present is fantastic and captivating. An ancient profession that will never lose it's charm.
Johnny you are fantastic! I love you so much 😊 You made my day. It was a tough crowd but you made it splendid anyways - like always 😉 I wish you a great success with the show and a lot of happiness in your life! 💗 💗 💗
World class Magic sprinkled with humour and simply amazing (literally !) effects - one of the VERY best in his field. I thoroughly enjoyed this and learned masses about presentation AND timing. How to handle people ? He made even that wonderful !!
Never gets old. He gets me every time even though I know how he does it.
Have been following your magic for years when you taught a Magic Class at Kent State University. Always have valued your friendship. Dave
@@davidgames7987 Wait...universities offer magic classes?
He was awarded the Worlds Greatest Close Up Magician by the Magic Castle. He just keeps getting better.
I don’t know how he does it.
@@ohgary well, you just probably don't follow magic as an art form. Im not a magician myself, but have been a fan of magic for few years now. I know how most of the televised tricks are done, and it brings me more appreciation to the artists and their presentation. In this video, there are mostly classic tricks, easy to understand but extremely difficult to apply.
I opened for Johnny at the Magic Castle last year. He is seriously one of the nicest people you will ever meet!
Thats awesome. He is one of my favorites that I hope to meet some day. Amazing magician
We were just there a week ago! You're not related to Aaron O'Brien are you?
@@miked4152 I'd definitely recommend it!
@@TheAllecFamily not so nice that he is using real animals :(, but the rest is great!
@@Skilli1982 And what's wrong with using real animals?
Johnny is one of the best in the business.
He is definitely wonderful and charming!
When my daughter was 13 and knew it all, I took her to see Johnny Ace Palmer at Zachs. When we were waiting for the show to start she declared "There is no such thing as magic". After she signed a card and he made it stick to the ceiling, she was impressed. By the time he finished his act with the cups and balls, she was wide eyed, flabbergasted and no longer a know-it-all! Thanks Johnny!
No matter how many times you see this act. It entertains.
What a classic Routine.
What an entertaining and engaging magician! Thanks for posting this video. 👏👏👏
You’re welcome! He was amazing and so personable as well! ❤️
I was in school with one of Johnny's kids. It was amazing he would come perform periodically and it was always amazing. He was always so sweet, and every time we would run into him in town, he would always stop to chat
I've been a professional magician most of my life. I've known Johnny Ace Palmer for about 40 years of that. He is one of the best there is. Period.
Arguably one of the best close up magicians that ever lived!
i should stop clicking his video during work. always makes me watch the whole thing
WTF are you doing watching TH-cam when you're supposed to be working ...?
Johnny is an absolute beast. His chops are insane. One of the best close-up shows ever.
Johnny is a great magician, a big entarteiner with a extrordinary sense of humor! So funny!
He definitely knew how to work the crowd!
As good as magic ever gets!
He was truly excellent!
I saw you at the Bahia Corinthian club in Newport Beach tonight magic is amazing but only when you do 😁
Hope you enjoyed! 🎩
I think he is one of the greatest magicians and entertainers of all time. He combines sleight-of-hand with a great personality.
Criss angel is the best but Ace is up there
An amazing act all together, I loved his incorporation of live animals. And in my opinion like all great magicians combines comedy with technical skill.
Hannibal is the best sleight of hand with personality
@@valenjessy87 he's nothing more than a Shill and a Charlatan, don't ever disrespect this man like that ever again.
That’s gotta be a tough career performing for strangers. Between magic and comedy it’s not an easy art. Respect
Super performance dear brother
Johnny Ace Palmer is literally ONE OF THE ACES of magicians.
Very true, and he was so nice to everyone at this holiday party. After the show was over he literally took time out of his Saturday (during the holiday season, no less) to chat with one of the employee's husbands, just shooting the breeze. Very nice and talented man.
Perhaps one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet in our community, I've known him for years and am still amazed at his shows
Johnny Ace Palmer - Best of Best !!! Absolute Master - Sleight of hand and Entertainment !!! He proves every time that he's FISM Grand Prix Winner !!! Love him, met him in person and saw him Live !!!
Johnny Ace Palmer is an absolute master. I am inspired by him to work harder and keep studying. Many years ago he used to do walk around magic at Zach's on Ventura in Studio City. I was amazed by him then and that was 25 years ago! Fantastic. Lucky audience that got to experience this live.
Sharpo Wow, me too! Became a regular for years.I recall the ceiling was covered in signed cards. I watched him at Earth, Wind and Flour in Santa Monica as well. Best close up magic I have ever witnessed. Such a great man.
I've done magic for many years at least 20 and I have to say Bravo to Johnny Ace, he is very good. His slight of hands and props he has mastered them well.
This guy is amazing, sweet and funny at the same he is a Magician . I watch your videos with smile all over my face.
Thank you Sir for sharing your life's work with us.
He is an incredible magician. We hope that someday we can have him do another show for us. He was so nice to everybody at this event.
Just a great entertainer!
Indeed!!!
Thank you TH-cam for allowing me to witness this mans greatness. It’s like I’m right there in the audience. Absolutely amazing!! What a legend.
He is such a treasure!
Even though you know how magicians do their tricks never tell them to anyone, respect their work, they might have gone through a lot while choosing this as their passion, their parents might have not supported them for this, they have gone through a lot of practice day and night, and they make people smile. Some people just to show how clever or smart they are goes on to telling how he did the trick but they never tell how much time did it take to get it perfect. If you are one of those and you are that smart then why don't you become a magician. They are the most creative people on Earth and they got a family to feed as well, If you are reading this, I beg you never ever tell anyone how magicians do their magic and that's when you actually become smart and clever.
Yeah, finger dexterity and finger independence doesn't come easy. Those are a definite must have, to perform slight of hand tricks. Hours and hours for just one trick. Though, if you master a couple of slight of hand tricks. I think it should be "easier" to master more of them... (But sure as hell I can't).
Well said.
People that are "clever" enough to figure out the tricks and tell everyone aren't clever enough to know they are spoiling it for other people or clever enough to know the skill involved. And you are right the practice to make a trick perfect could be years plus like this guy being soo entertaining is another skill in itself.
"Doesn't she look real?" cracks me up every time. Love Johnny's routine.
Congratulations, Johnny, on being awarded Parlour Magician of the Year! Beautiful wand you were presented with too.
Now I'm curious what this wand looks like!
@@TheAllecFamily go to 24:33 in this video.
JOHN SMALL that wand made by that guy from India...napolis? Hahaha
It's like he hasn't even watched his own video
You are so respectful of the volunteers, so thank you for that, sir!
Not one person in that room realizes what a treat they just experienced.
Johnny is simply amazing
Unbelievable skills and showmanship!!
I think the people in that room realized what a treat they just experienced. They certainly seemed entertained.
I watched Johnny entertain at a Magic convention in Dallas, TX. back in 1983. As a magician I was impressed by Johnny, but it was his appearing bottle that stuck with me for 40 yrs.. We can all learn from Johnny, a great entertainer.
That was the best video I have ever seen on you tube. The best of the old classic tricks , he seems like a real decent person too
What an awesome magic show!! Thanks for sharing this! :)
You're welcome, Cheryl!
To be honest, after Johnny's show, my cheeks hurt from smiling!!!!!!
God Bless you Brother.
Love to meet you asap.
Rock on John!!!!
John was just starting out in about 1983 in Tanners at Browns Hotel in the Catskills.when he produced the baby chicks it blew everyone😊 away he is the best.back in the 80 to today.to remain on top that says a lot,thank you
Johnny is THE KING
Just goes to show that whilst your magic needs to be good (which Johnny's is), you need to be likeable. Johnny has likeability in abundance.
Just another John..?
This guy makes you feel like a kid again. He does the classics with such grace. He’s what a magician is suppose to be. A true professional.
Utterly charming. Incredibly skilful and, thankfully, without the showy flashiness of so many illusionists.
Made me feel like a four year old with 20 years of practice! Brilliant!
This guy is amazing... a real entertainer would love to have him here in England...I'd hire him to amaze my family and friends... such a great personality... keep up the good work ACE man...
So awesome to watch.
IMHO, one of the all time best TH-cam videos ever. I have watched this dozens of times, and I enjoy it more each time. What a craftsman, what a magician, what a wonderful person Johnny Ace Palmer is. I echo the comment below, the audience doesn’t realize what a truly wonderful show it is watching.
That check on sprinklers first. Amazing professional.
Very funny and excellent classic magic. The sponge ball routine is fantastic. Thanks for the upload :)
You are great Mr.Palmer
He's such a nice, likeable guy. And so good!
Putting smiles on faces. You are the best!
I was able to hang with Johnny at Disneyland many years ago while he was doing strolling magic. I knew who he was and at the time he was surprised that I knew who he was. What an amazing man. I wish he was around more online. Stay healthy my friend.
Never seen him before. He is phenomenal .
sponge ball's routine is totally awesome!!!!
but the chicken trick it was totally sick XD !!!!!
Absolutely incredible.
Johnny Ace Palmer a true master of his craft and a truelly upstanding magician. I look up to him as a great man of God as well.
Well, the very first thing I saw in this video is a ring dangling from his left hand sleeve, which he used to extract flowers.
He is certainly a charismatic person and for the most part is a very smooth sleight of hand. But as with all sleight of hand tricks it only works because spectators don't know what he is going to do. If you expect those alive chickens, bottles or rabbits to appear it is not really hard to see, when he puts them in there.
@@blacktigershearthstoneadve6905 I challenge you to do anything that he does but better I guarantee you can't. It's easy to talk and know secrets but magic is not knowing secrets thats only maybe 10% of the effect. Presentation, misdirection,audience management, and so much more is the other half
I love watching Johhny wow the crowd! Thank you for sharing. He is absolutely world class!!!
❤️
I've revisited this video years after first watching it, because I find Johnny to be a wonderfully warm, charismatic and just lovely person. I know nothing about him, but his skills are amazing and I just love this video.
Johnny Ace is really cool. I saw a different video of him just before I found this one. I had to watch them both. 😎
Love his energy! I’d hire him! (And OMG, best Spongeball routine I have EVER seen! Hands down! I’m a fan now!).
Always treat to watch no matter how many times
One of THE absolutely strongest experiences I've had watching magic was seeing Johnny do his FISM act. Absolutely FRIED me!!!! His cups and balls ending with chicks and doves BLEW MY MIND. Plus--he's an absolute SAINT of a person.
This magician has motivated me to become a professional magician. I was 10 years old when I saw him on "Incredible Sunday" and the "Magic Castle". His magic is extraordinary. Thank you for posting.
Wow gets better every time I see him
Love his performance and magic, him and Pop Hayden understand that Magic is more than tricks, its an artistic performance.
OMG…..what a performance!
Old school, classic. Look, this kind of Magic, the style, might be dated but it is really really well done. And, for the average audience, it's just magic! Johnny is a total beast and there are so many little things that he is doing here that modern kids just don't understand. A real Pro here doing what seems like real magic. Man, the standing cups and balls with the Finish... Awesome!
I need Johnny Ace in Tampa to cheer me up at work...and my depressed co-workers lol
Martin Jansen lol, umm that kinda is not making things better
so happy for you ❤❤❤❤
Really enjoy watching Johnny..great fun & pure entertainment, great to see a simple but effective dove pan routine...
He’s good and seems like he enjoys doing it.
Thanks for watching! Yes, he was so charming to everyone at this event, both before and after the show!
Ummmm … I know how it is done (sponge and cups) but he still dazzles me ! Just beautiful !
He does a nice job. Fun to see old fashion hand is faster than the eye.
Johnny is so totally lovable. He really has a way of spreading good cheer with everyone while doing his routine. Excellent magician.
The most incredible sponge balls!!! Wall to wall brilliant
Tuve la gran oportunidad de ver y conocer al gran Johnny A. Palmer en el congreso internacional de magia "Flasoma" en Bogotá - Colombia ya hace casi 30 años atras y no me canso de ver una y otra vez sus ilusiones! Felicitaciones Johnny!
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I had the great opportunity to see and meet the great Johnny A. Palmer at the international Magic-Congress "Flasoma" in Bogotá - Colombia, almost 30 years ago and I never get tired of seeing his illusions again and again! Congratulations Johnny!
Love Johnny Ace!! Have seen him many times TH-cam.... I would really like to meet this gentleman someday.
SOOO GOOOD!
I don't really like magic that uses animals, but he's great!! I love his performances.
Today is my first time watching him. I have not figured anything out. BUT I will because I’m going to a magic store
aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaand?
Johnny is a wonderful magician
Very entertaining. Couldn't stop watching!
He is so cool, I love this! Thanks for sharing!
What a great magician. A credit to his profession. 👍
Thanks for watching! Yes, he's very talented and he was so kind to everyone at this event, even before the show started!
Nice performance dear brother
What a great magician. Very funny and a smooth operator. This is the second time I've seen the chickens and both audiences were absolutely amazed at the baby chickens. I have no idea how he does it but I love how fun he makes it.
Everybody was blown away for sure!
i was certain it was CGI the first time i saw it
I love how he let his baby chickens scream all along his whole performance 😂
He's such a loveable old man
This guy is an inspiration on so many levels, thank you for this! ♥
I love this guy
Thanks for watching! Yes, he was such a great performer and so kind to everyone at this event!
I could see the distraction and sleight of hand on most of the videos with Johnny, but I would have never seen it live. And that's the real trick. His distraction is perfect, and his delivery is so good... I think he is as good as any sleight of hand magician that I have witnessed, and I actually knew a few of them in my years. Plus he is so entertaining. Darn TH-cam videos, especially up close, let you slow everything down - but again, it doesn't matter. His performance is tops. And of course, I could not figure out everything he did. He's really quick, and deceptive - and as I suggested but did not say explicitly, he is a world class entertainer. At least to me he is. Once I found him I watched all the videos I could find. I hope he is doing well today.
addendum, I had to look up more videos. Of course he had to redo many of his routines, to fill out an act, but he has that extra something which allows him to vary the delivery. Plus he is able to enjoy the delivery himself, you can tell by listening to him and watching him perform the same trick in different videos. He's into it along with his audience, which always makes for the best possible performance. And yes, he brings in new stuff to his shows, which may become routine in the future - but his delivery will not make them seem routine. What a great performer who earns the title of magician.
An undoubted MASTER - he is real magic
Love him ! Stand up comedy and magic at the same time !!
Awesome dude
Love learning tricks and gimmicked evey day things etc etc. I don't have the presentation and I just love watching these showmen, entertainers, masters performing. The way they present is fantastic and captivating. An ancient profession that will never lose it's charm.
Very nice work Johnny. I have no idea how you do what you do... and I don't want to know! I just love the mystique. Wonderful.
Nice performance dear
Johnny you are fantastic! I love you so much 😊
You made my day. It was a tough crowd but you made it splendid anyways - like always 😉
I wish you a great success with the show and a lot of happiness in your life!
💗 💗 💗
World class Magic sprinkled with humour and simply amazing (literally !) effects - one of the VERY best in his field. I thoroughly enjoyed this and learned masses about presentation AND timing. How to handle people ? He made even that wonderful !!
this is very smooth
BRAVO
Fantastic show with wonderful humor!
I need that sweater at 6:58. Awesome.
He’s terrific! 🐰 🎩
Very entertaining. What a delight.
Johnny CONGRAAAAAAAATS!, YOU ARE A GOOD MAGICIAN but also a nice comedian, you should try it one day