I was on stage as the die roller/coin flipper/bank note guy. Fresh from a sold out tour of the UK and Ireland, his new, interactive show, has received the most off-the-chart reviews of his career. Is there anybody who heard the full countdown? DB requires the same person (from the forgotten number 7 game) back on stage. My friend and the stranger on the other side of me didnt see the running or hear it at all, they thought I was winding them up! He just seriously impressed me especially as a complete and utter skeptic of some of the things he did, I couldn't of being more impressed. This review refers to the October 2021 touring production of Derren Browns Showman. Its best just to go with the flow and enjoy a master at work. Would love to know which part you thought was fake tho if your willing to share? He places the box on a stand which requires someone to stand on a chair to get to. We dont know whats going to happen, how events are likely to unfold, and whether Derren will be feeling it on the night youre there. From March 8 to October 29, 2022, Derren Brown, the ever-popular multi-award winning master of mind control and illusion, will be taking SHOWMAN back on the road for . However, you can trust that I will always be honest and truthful on A Brummie Home and Abroad, and being an invited guest will not influence my opinion in any way. Saw you still sitting in your chair at the end and you looked pretty perplexed! I want to know how he knew personal histories, like "you're thinking about dying your hair". Derren Brown is still the greatest showman, but his emotional honesty is even more spellbinding.~ Daily Telegraph, A fantastic show a performance that will blow your mind.~ The Guardian, The psychological wizard will leave you utterly amazed.~ Sunday Mirror. I have just been to see it tonight and I think I know exactly how he did the last trick. His connection with us was life affirming. . It was filmed in the 1st blackout of the 1st card trick :), Saw the show in Liverpool and Im a mentalist myself, really enjoyed it and I too noticed a couple of things. This makes sense to me. 5 seconds later, lights back on, audience amazed by what they've just seen. *Why is this post marked AD? I received complimentary tickets to this event. He is all of those things, but actually so much more. In this brand new podcast series, Derren Brown explores the many pressures and worries we experience in modern life and how we can find meaningful ways to manage them better. Author Andy Nyman, Derren Brown . 227 comments Add a Comment When I got to the stage and took the bank note out of the envelope, Derren asked I had checked the serial number on my way up as apparently a lot of people do, and we had a giggle. It worked on me though, I didn't see a thing. His stage persona is immaculate. Or coffee? Ok so only problem is, the trick didn't work on my Dad. It does make the most sense but its still a major trick to pull off by moving all that stuff around in such a short amount of time. Secondly, she couldn't remember her own name, and she was called up to the bottom of the steps along with 10 other people. I really don't think this other theory would hold up to scrutiny but I did wonder if it was being broadcast live to the stage? However. Subscribe For More Derren Brown: https://www.youtube.com/c/OfficialDerrenDerren Brown is a British mentalist, illusionist and author. In thirteen fascinating chapters, Derren takes us on a personal journey to the scene of a childhood humiliation, to lonely evenings on tour, to being paralysed by shyness at a dinner party, to navigating middle age and to finding love. After the four participants were taken off stage they were held at the base of the steps by an exit for a few minutes by an usher. Who said you, The smell of old books hits you as soon as you str, Dublin. DB chooses 4 of these people to go on stage, probably the most suggestible ones. Spoiler alert Ultimately, he is a fantastic entertainer, and an expert in reading human behaviour and . 02922-362359 The numbers the man was writing were much darker, like a pen with fresh ink. The sleeves being rolled up is just another little detail that makes us reject that it's happening now, though of course he has plenty of time to roll them back down and back up between appearances. Derren Brown: Showman is at Bristol Hippodrome On May 24-28 at 7.30pm, with a 2.30pm matinee on May 28. I understand the principles behind it but it's done so well that no matter how hard you look, you're still impressed. Is that your theory or do u know for sure? Before he was known at all, I saw him perform close-up magic to a handful of people, me being one of them. We saw on stage in act 2 that she couldn't remember putting the playing card in the box on the floor, so equally she wouldn't remember doing all of what I have just described during the interval. Would love to hear your theory about how the final peice was done. When he guessed the numbers, Derren was doing his best to direct him but he got loads wrong so just moved straight to the reveal, so this makes sense. Actually, he most certainly does not. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. I wasn't brave enough to do this in front of Derren. If you want to know my idea just drop me a message. In my show lots of people put their hands up saying they saw it? You must log in or register to reply here. Any idea how the name for the teddy bear and the dad comments appear on the badge? By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. (I saw the show twice last month). Again, it doesn't really matter which method he used here, either way the original card is now in his pocket. I always thought I was someone who was quite hard to hypnotise so was utterly shocked to find that I might have been. Where did you write it and where did it go? The pre-written numbers were written with a pen where the ink was running out in the other night's show. He wants us to believe, in showing that video, that each and every one of us in that theatre missed/forgot 15-20 seconds of the show. DERREN BROWN is bringing his current show SHOWMAN to the Apollo Theatre. There are flashes of red light and a partial blackout, I would estimate for between 3 and 5 seconds, no more. People are talking, getting up to go to the bar/toilet. It is then quickly edited with the 3rd attempt, cut split screen to include the box watcher by Derrens team off stage. I hope the bit you're referring to doesn't get cut out by the time I go. And yes, I still havent really told you about the show. I may have set my expectations too high and in some ways the show was more predictable than I had anticipated. In the card trick, all I heard was 1-2-5. checked out to make sure they were no longer hypnotised? I heard 1, 2, the lights went off and then I clearly heard someone running and saw someone dart across the stage in the blackness, took no more than a few seconds, then went to 5. His team backstage are putting together a split screen video using the two pieces of footage. For the record I have seen Derren a few times live, and like many of us, have watched every show and bit hes done on TV over the years. I'm not going to straight up tell you how it's done, but I'll give you some help trying to work it out. Press night 15/12/2022. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. As far as she is concerned, she has received the exact same checking over treatment as the other 2 people. I was sat on the far side of the show and it was the exit that the 4 people came out of during the interval. It wouldn't even need to be perfect, because when the card is revealed, the person who signed it is on the other side of the stage. Another small but important point, DB actually re-positioned her and made a point to ask her to just move a small fraction to the left and guided her into a slightly new position. https://www.reddit.com/r/derrenbrown/comments/viwx4j/derren_brown_showman_the_ending_explained_in/. But then I believe that all they actually did during the missing 15 seconds was knock the box so that it would swing, I think the camera angle did two things to firstly, as you mentioned, block the audience so you couldnt see whether the curtain was up or down, but also secondly to ensure that the person watching the box and the person putting the card in the box dont overlap. The first thing we need to do is eliminate what DB wants us to believe. My current manshape is a magician and he hates Derren with a passion and I watched Derren's magic show a few weeks ago with my man muttering and insulting Derren and also explaining how everything was done and, Most magicians I know or have spoken to -- no, scratch that --. Then just some classic Derren sleight of hand to switch out the card in the swinging box with the signed card as the watcher was not permited to remove the card from the box her/himself. Very strange this, why didn't they just return to their seats? I'm talking about the big reveal right at the very end! It is DERREN BROWN SHOWMAN, but actually you can add into that mix and the AUDIENCE. To find a way to better connect with family and friends, and indeed with ourselves. I've inboxed you what me and my partner think, as I don't want to spoil anything for people that may not of seen it. If you Google that it will explain better how it was done. Its Browns first brand new live show in 6 years; its the first time Ive seen him live and its clear why his previous shows have received such critical acclaim. Im a sceptic, always looking for those moments of distraction or sleight-of-hand. Well, as they were leaving the stage DB said he had to "check" on them. At the time, I couldn't think of a legitimate reason why it would have been there. Honestly felt like everything I knew in life was shattered. They wouldn't have felt it or remembered it when they came round. To us the signatures will look the same. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ideomotor_effect. The "watcher" is in place guarding the box. Be prepared to laugh, a lot, and maybe cry too. 1. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Running time 2hrs 40mins. I feel like there was something inside the dice (a thumper) that was vibrating the dice until it could be confident that it would land with the predicted number facing upwards. Anyone got any theories? Derren has well and truly earned himself a fan. Firstly; during the interval - I was at the show in Glasgow on Thursday night. ago. First of all, you absolutely don't want to give anything away - spoilers are a definite no-no for us, and Derren. 1st trick, he reaches over the desk. Its clear he too has been scarred by the effects of the pandemic, as much as we all have. A signature isn't that hard to copy, especially when you're looking at the close up on the camera. There only one part of my experience I'm convinced was faked but only in a very certain way. I always love the tv specials he does but Ive never seen him live! But how did an entire audience miss this right in front of our eyes? I would say to ask yourself which is the even remotely plausable explanation between those two and work it from there.That's the problem with this show, Derren makes it so impossible, it can only be done one way, and you don't have to be a magician to work it out. I correctly guessed them all once i realised this. Dont expect a great big flashy, glitzy set, this is Derren Brown not David Copperfield. Hope that makes sense, Saw it last night, for us it was a different person doing the chair and the card trick (the card trick person was one who was chosen previously though). What applied then, still applies now how the hell he does what he does, I have no idea, other than to say the skill and intensity of what he does both with, and to an audience is incredible. And the Showman left many guests at the Alex Theatre's Press Night scratching their heads in awe and wonder. Since his television debut with Derren Brown: Mind Control in 2000 hes produced multiple series and specials, winning two Laurence Olivier Awards. Then, end of act 1, big black-out temporarily, curtain comes down. The video was pre-recorded during the intermission, behind the heavy curtain. Yeah my guess is. So, where do they go? THE FOLLOWING CONTAINERS SPOILERS. But I won't post public Spoilers. Main photo: Mark Douet. To be honest, Im still not totally a believer. Cookie Notice "Crabbing and Caravans: A September Break on the English Riviera", "One Day in London: Greenwich Museums and the Bermondsey Beer Mile", Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), AD GIFTED TICKET | I never fail to appreciate that, Chris is out tonight so this is how Im spending, Wow, 2023 has been a ride so far! Imagine what would happen if anyone could get on stage during the interval. However, all I heard was 5, 4, 1 and must have lost about 10-15 seconds. Now, the eagle-eyed among you will have noticed that this review of Derren Brown Showman, hasnt even begun to mention the content of the show, the fact is I simply cant. He then chooses a second person (who's hands also stuck earlier) with the Frisbee. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. What I did learn from my time on stage was that Derren appears to make really good use of technology in his performances. I think the 50% thing was intentionally confusing. I think thats enough hints. I got put under by him and it was a marvelous experience. He didn't get me to put on the blindfold until after he gave me the card, and they filmed me writing the whole time (I think, lol) but Derren did instruct me to keep adding more numbers at the top, bottom etc until he was satisfied. I think it might be filmed during the blackout on the first card trick. It wasn't untill I talked to my partner I clicked on to what I think has happened. I get you, but there was a second person not chosen at the same time. He saw the whole thing, Derren getting the chair, the guy standing on it, putting card in etc etc. It was very confusing but extremely well done , When Derren asked our audience how many people saw her put the card in the box (when it was hanging from the ceiling), I looked around and couldnt see any hands up but he said quite a few hands were up. I saw him come back down. Derren talks about the themes of his new show, and how it is constantly evolving.Derren Brown's SHOWMAN is out on a mega tour of the UK & Ireland until Oct 2. For me, a Derren Brown event is as much about the audience as it is him, and the 1500 people packed into the New Theatre were a crucial part of this live spectacular. Before we go any further, what did the audience think of the show? But such is the talent of Brown that even I was baffled at times by what I had witnessed. Please see this post I did a while ago for a detailed explanation. If your already a fan you will 100% love it. As to how the numbers are guessed Im not sure, Hi! Then, end of act 1, big black-out temporarily, curtain comes down. They are stood out of sight of most of the audience, at the bottom of the stairs, next to a stage door. The new person was there and the box was swinging in the video, which gave it the credibility to suggest it happened when we saw it, but my thoughts are that it was two separate videos filmed at two different times then edited. Derren doesnt claim to possess any supernatural powers and his acts are often designed to expose the methods of those who do. Add into that a slick production, simple but effective, and you have a good old fashioned, not to be missed, mind-blowing night at the theatre. In our show tonight he "didn't press hard enough" too and had a light "5" on there. Its that setting which is so well suited to seeing Derren live, particularly in Showman. My guess is that it was an e-ink display and a stagehand wirelessly transmitted the numbers onto the board after my serial number had been shown on the big screen. Secondly, and this is what is so exciting about seeing him live, every performance is different. Learn how your comment data is processed. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Imagine what would happen if anyone could get on stage during the interval. Coming into a review of a DERREN BROWN live show is tricky. Swansea University Bay Campus, Swansea University Bay Campus, Fabian Way, Crymlyn Burrows, Skewen, Swansea, Taibach Community Library, Taibach Community Library, Commercial Road, Taibach, Port Talbot, New Theatre, Park Place, Cardiff CF10 3LN, Savoy Theatre, The Savoy Theatre, Church Street, Monmouth NP25 3BU, Memo Arts Centre, Memo Arts Centre, Gladstone Road, Barry, The Blake Theatre, Almshouse Street, Monmouth NP25 3XP, Chapter Arts Centre, Market Road, Cardiff CF5 1QE, Clwb Ifor Bach, 11 Womanby Street, Cardiff CF10 1BR, International House, 10 Churchill Way All those little head shakes and nods he does -- are they just tics or are they a crucial part of his techniques? And thats what Derren does best. My current manshape is a magician and he hates Derren with a passion and I watched Derren's magic show a few weeks ago with my man muttering and insulting Derren and also explaining how everything was done and how he could of done it so much better the entire way through. The multi-award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, is back, launching his first brand new theatre show in six years: Showman. After all, its a performance that relies on intrigue. And whether you believe or not, you will still be swept away by the well-crafted and tightly scripted performance. Derren just glossed over it at the time saying some of you will have seen what happened but no one did. Press J to jump to the feed. Starts 09/12/2022. And I have to say it's one of the best tricks he's done at a live stage show. But I won't say publicly. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I honestly don't know how the hell he did it other than hypnosis. Cardiff, CF10 2HE As I sat there looking at Derren and trying to gauge the audience reaction, I wondered how I was going to describe him to you. We put our hands up first too because he asked 'Who saw the red lightsand saw 'name' walk across the stage to the box'. I saw that show too and was baffled at the end. The box wasnt suspended for the first trick. - no. This didnt happen. This is simply not true. He often claims his impossible effects are merely achieved through \"\"magic, suggestion, psychology, misdirection, and showmanship\"\". I've worked out how about 3/4 of the tricks are done (i think!). So let's focus on that person. But actually, thats when they stood on the chair to put it in the swinging box which was lowered and then raised again before the lights came back up. Showman is, at its heart, a show about how the. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. So that leads us to only one conclusion, we have all missed/forgot 20 seconds of the show. Same for person 2. I can't remember how much of the actual architecture is in the shot to begin with but if he just needs a large black floor and his table then it could work. 20 Questions The giveaway with 20 Questions was that the 6 people had to write down the answers on a bit of paper at the back of the stage. There is no other explanation. A PM or just commenting in code will be great! Then, as his career progressed, I was lucky to catch him at the Tobacco Factory in Bristol. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. But that's another story. But it seems impossible, and nobody in the audience has seen it happen. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Oh dear sorry I meant card in the box, got it mixed up lol. Maybe I should go again and secretly film when I get backstage. His one-man shows have received wide critical acclaim and more Olivier wins and nominations than any other in history! Yes, I've been to see it - it was fantastic - but why would you do something like this when one of the first things Derren asks at the beginning of the show is specifically not to talk about it, because it ruins the experience for other people? I kinda want to go again and film it to see if its real. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. So it couldnt have been recorded then, Nobody saw what allegedly happened. Went to see it in Birmingham in October. Is that the personalized coin wrapped in string inside a box trick that he did for Enigma? We need to look back at her movements from the moment she was chosen to go on stage. 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