Big Headline

An illusion that fits in your pocket, but is big enough to fill the biggest stage!

“David is a GENIUS. This is one of the best tricks for MC. Love it.” – Woody Aragon

“Big Headline is the perfect ‘packs small, plays big’ stage illusion that will work for any and all audiences. As a professional illusionist, being able to make a person appear with something that will literally fit into a case is so valuable. As an added bonus, the newspaper restoration looks incredible. If you are a stage performer, an illusionist, an MC, or a family entertainer, this is worth its weight in gold.” – Craig Petty

“David Kaplan is one of our modern greats, and Big Headline is one of the reasons why. It’s a work of art from an artist.” – David Regal

“This perfect combination of Buster Keaton’s giant newspaper gag with the classic Torn & Restored newspaper unfolds with one surprising beat after another — making my mind swirl with countless possibilities! And the extra bonus for you is that Kaplan is a true professional who has no doubt made this amazing performance piece his fully-mastered thousand-timer!” – Gregory Wilson

“A great surprise for stage performers.” – R. Paul Wilson

A showstopper your audience won’t forget,

Dave Kaplan’s
Big Headline

is a visually stunning illusion that starts small but grows into a massive spectacle. This trick has garnered worldwide success and is now performed by professionals on stages of all sizes.

What happens?

The magician talks about an article he read in the newspaper and pulls a piece of newspaper out of his pocket. Since it doesn’t contain the right article, he pulls out more pieces, until in a flash all the pieces visually reassemble into a complete newspaper. But the effect doesn’t stop there:

• The newspaper unfolds and becomes twice as large.
• Then the newspaper grows even larger, until it almost seems to swallow the magician whole.
• When the newspaper finally falls, another person suddenly appears on stage!

Why choose Big Headline?

• Perfect gimmick: The special newspaper is made of Tyvek, a durable material that doesn’t tear and lasts a lifetime.
• Multiple uses: Ideal for MCs, stage performers, illusionists, or anyone who wants to present a CEO, guest of honor, or colleague in a surprising way.
• Packs small, plays big: The entire effect fits in a case, but fills any stage with an unforgettable act.
• Versatile: Can be used as a hilarious comedy act, quick introduction, or impressive transformation.
• Complete tutorial: Lucy Darling and Dave Kaplan teach you all the methods, from loading from a stage wing to using a hidden body load.

What do you get?

• A gimmicked newspaper that is easy to handle and will last for years.
• A detailed tutorial with all the techniques, tips, and tricks to perform this effect flawlessly.

Big Headline
is more than a trick—it’s a moment your audience will talk about for years to come. Add this unique illusion to your repertoire and enjoy the huge reactions!