JAN 109-01 - Introduction to Magic

Level:  100-level

Course Times:  9:15am - 11:55am

Course Materials Fee:  $100

Instructor(s):  Tori Noquez   

Email:  vln1@stmarys-ca.edu

Students will learn tricks from several branches of magic such as close-up magic (cards, coins), parlour magic (ropes rings), and mentalism (mind reading). We will cover some basic performance theory as well as the history of famous magicians and various magical effects, and there will be guest speakers/performers visiting the class. The course will culminate with final performances where students will present an act to their classmates.

Beyond her career as a mathematician, Professor Noquez has been performing magic professionally for over a decade. Described by The New York Times as a “math professor by day, conjurer by night,” she has shared her magic all over the country and her act has been featured on national television. She is very excited to be bringing her expertise to this Jan Term course!

Prerequisites & Notes
None

Credits: 3