Pick a card, any card: The history of Chicago-style magic
In the mid-20th century, Chicago popularized a style of magic that was up close, funny and performed at a restaurant or bar.
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In the mid-20th century, Chicago popularized a style of magic that was up close, funny and performed at a restaurant or bar.
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