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Just a couple of points here.

1) Gazzo's routine is not actually Cellini's. Both of their routines are based somewhat on Vernon's routine. However Gazzo did learn a lot of his material from Cellini.

2) If you don't already do the cups and balls, this is not the place to start. Start with the Michael Ammar DVD's. You will learn a lot about the cups and balls that you will not find anywhere else. Then get Bob White's DVD.

If you are interested in performing on the street, THEN you need Gazzo's DVD.

Do not try to copy Gazzo or to be Gazzo. It won't work. However, if you watch how Gazzo works, you will understand what gets the money on the street. This is about REAL street magic, not David Blaine or Oz Pearlman street magic.

Bear in mind that Gazzo's material works for Gazzo. A fourteen year old kid who tells a woman "Nice T*ts" will probably get his face slapped -- deservedly so.

One of the keys to masterful cups and balls is knowing what to leave out. I know a guy who can do 45 minutes of cups and balls without repeating a single move. His technique is flawless. Nobody ever sticks around to see more than about 10 minutes, though.

Gazzo and Cellini are good friends of mine. I've worked shows with them. I have nothing but the utmost respect for both of them.