Memory by Balala Zheng & Billy Yeung

Memory is back in stock after more than a year, now with increased usability and thinner cardboard for easy tearing.

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Create an emotional and poetic piece of magic that leaves a truly memorable experience for your cherished audience.

Two pieces of cardboard are signed and torn in half by you and the participant. The torn edges fit together seamlessly to form a heart-shaped hourglass.

What fooled me most with "Memory" is a topological innovation that made me laugh loudly of happiness when I was told how it worked.

It is very clever! And I believe that it might be a completely new idea.

- Tom Stone

The first time I saw MEMORY, I instantly fell in love with it. It's not a standard piece of magic. It's a very special trick for you to create a memory with someone that is very important to you.

- Henry Harrius

Time is an intangible concept, yet humanity has tried to define it through units such as seconds, minutes, and days, as well as notions like the past and the future. These definitions attempt to capture our experiences and aspirations.

Imagine sharing a special moment with someone and turning it into a tangible memory. This creates a poetic and unforgettable experience.

Routine

Phase 1: The magician and the participant each SIGN their names on two pieces of cardboard printed with an hourglass.

Phase 2: Both cards are torn in half, symbolizing the sharing of each other's time.

Phase 3: The two halves of the signed cards can be perfectly MATCHED together, revealing a HEART-SHAPED pattern.

Phase 4: The magician crafts the final card into a "Polaroid Photo," which can be examined and kept by the spectator.

Originally a card trick, "Memory" has evolved to include beautiful graphics and a romantic storyline, now culminating in a heart-shaped hourglass. This combines the imagery of time's passage with the idea of capturing moments as tangible memories.

Time, romance, and memories create a compelling story, allowing you and your audience to share a moment together. "Memory" is not about hyper-visual effects; it creates unique, personal memories for you and your audience.

We selected high-quality paper that meets our high standards. Its unique embossed pattern adds texture and substance, and we are confident you will appreciate its uniqueness once you hold it in your hands.

After extensive performances, we developed an efficient routine and refined the script to ensure the effect resonated with the audience. In the tutorial, we present the optimal solution clearly and concisely, explaining the principles and performance considerations, and offering tips to perfect your performance. We provide two performance versions: one for a one-on-one setting and another for a couple.

Features:

• Perfect Torn Edges: Match 100% of the time, easy to perform with minimal setup.
• Compact and Portable: Card size of 90*90mm, fits easily in a book, pocket, or wallet.
• Premium Quality: Carefully selected paper that tears smoothly, with an attractive embossed pattern. The new 2024 version uses thinner cardboard for easier tearing by the participant.
• Plenty of Uses: One set is enough for up to 18 performances.
• Unique Souvenir: A rare gift that appeals to those who appreciate beauty and meaning, cherished for years to come.

One Set Includes:

• Cardboard gaffs for 18 performances
• 18 cardboard frames for storing mementos
• One ordinary marker for signing names
• A Video Tutorial with English subtitles and a One-on-One Performance Script (PDF)