Dutch illusionist tries to sell shadow trick's explanation
(NEWSER) - Half of Penn and Teller is suing a fellow magician who he says ripped off a classic trick. Dutch illusionist Gerard Bakardy reportedly posted a YouTube video of "Rose and Her Shadow," a trick at the heart of the duo's repertoire, and Barkardy said he'd reveal the secret to anyone willing to shell out $3,050. Teller (the quiet one) says he offered to pay Bakardy, whose real name is Gerard Dogge, to desist from performing and selling the trick. But Bakardy wanted more cash, so Teller is suing in Nevada, his home state. More»
