Peter Din is a specialist in magic for kids. In this interview (in several parts), he answers the question: Why magic for kids? More than that, he explains the “how”, and his vision of this particular type of show. Here, he shares his valuable advice, explaining how he manages the duration of this type of show.   

Dominique Duvivier demonstrates a new Eddy Taytelbaum wonder (no explanation). A coin passes through a plexiglass barrier. The illusion is devilishly intriguing. As usual, the props is superbly manufactured.  

Alexandra Duvivier interviews Mikael Szanyiel. In this informal chat, Mikael Szanyiel shares his experiences in magic. This interview is in four parts. Not to be missed!  

Dominique Duvivier demonstrates a new Eddy Taytelbaum wonder (no explanation). The magician guesses the number thought of by a spectator. The illusion is devilishly intriguing. As usual, the props is superbly manufactured.  

Boris Wild shares his inspirations with us, particularly with regard to books, both in the field of magic and in other arts.  

The magician claims to have psychic powers and the ability to see into the future. He places two cards face down on the table: these are his two prediction cards. A spectator chooses two cards: one is picked at random, and the other is freely thought of. The predictions are revealed: they are the twin cards of the chosen cards! To buy a regular deck of cards click here.  

How to write a show and create your character? What to tell and how? How to make this character evolve from show to show? How to tell it differently ? So many essential questions to which Eric answers you without any detour. From Plato's philosophy, which he draws his inspiration from, to his admiration for Derek Delgaudio, he will give you the keys to his world. An interview rich in discoveries, with the complicity of Duvivier, which will reveal what is behind the scenes of this great star of magic.  

Howard Hamburg is a magical legend. Known to be particularly secretive, yet it is with you that he now shares more than 60 years of magical experience. He, who experienced the golden age of the Magic Castle in Hollywood, was a personal friend of Dai Vernon and Charlie Miller, among others, and shares many fascinating anecdotes with you. As if you were there! In this episode, he shares with you a particularly touching story with Johnny Thompson. Thanks to him you will be able to relive these privileged moments.  

Howard Hamburg is a magical legend. Known to be particularly secretive, yet it is with you that he now shares more than 60 years of magical experience. He, who experienced the golden age of the Magic Castle in Hollywood, was a personal friend of Dai Vernon and Charlie Miller, among others, and shares many fascinating anecdotes with you. As if you were there! If you want to know a little bit about Dai Vernon, known as "The Professor" and his legend, listen to this story! All the legends of magic are there : Michael Skinner, Charlie Miller, Johnny Thompson, Larry Jennings... it makes you dream !  

A discussion between father and daughter! Alexandra questions her father to understand how he became what he is.  

Unpublished archive! Relive the first years of Double Fond with this show played by Dominique Duvivier in 1995. Imagine: the theatre has existed for barely ten years and already all the special atmosphere of this unique place is there. A wildly enthusiastic audience, cascading laughter and of course close-up magic in real and fully staged shows! For us, it is a lot of emotion to see these images again...  

Here is THE section you have been waiting for to share a privileged moment with Dominique Duvivier. In a questions/answers form, he opens up as never before: you will discover the secrets of his magic, his vision of life, as well as his art. You will benefit from precious advice to make your horizon grow and become more competent in your way of doing magic. A unique opportunity to discover the theoretical aspects behind the practice!  

In 30 years, more than 80 shows have been created at the Double Fond and nearly 400,000 spectators have come to this tiny venue. Here you can discover excerpts from one of Alexandra and Dominique Duvivier's shows, filmed in 2004, when our theater celebrated its 16th anniversary. Sweet memories that these moments shared all together to build, little by little, a legendary duo! In this video, you will have the chance to see (or see again) Dominique Duvivier's famous homage to Michel Polnareff and one of the most famous two-handed acts of the Duvivier duo: Naomi  

Meet the Duviviers, father and daughter, in complete complicity and at the top of their art, in a particularly interactive and fooling show on the theme of gambling. In the purest tradition of the Double Fond, discover a magical comedy conducted at full speed with very, very close-up magic! "Magic. Literally. The audience is won over. " Le Parisien "(...) it's happening right in front of our eyes and we can't see anything" France 2 - 1pm news "  

Here is Dominique Duvivier's magic podcast. To the rhythm of the episodes, recorded in the form of interviews, this magician specialist of close up opens the doors of his universe to us. He tells us the secrets of what makes the life of a magician. A precious testimony of a life devoted to this visual art, this podcast will interest professionals, amateurs and laymen passionate about magic.  

It's time for you to go downstairs to the mythical Double Fond venue to discover the first part of one of the most successful shows in our theater: "Le hasard, c'est moi" with Dominique Duvivier. Laughter at every moment, a profusion of miracles just a few centimeters from your eyes, all in an unbridled rhythm: you will find a Duvivier at the top of his art, in all intimacy...

"One of the leading figures of the close up, this magic of proximity that drives the spectators crazy! "Le Figaro "Duvivier is one of the greatest magicians: a master of the close up " France Soir

Video editing by David Nguyen