Magician at Large

My Rise From Bar Room to Show Room

What They’re Saying about Magician at Large

The autobiography of Al Lampkin

"If you’ve read Al’s book The Funniest Magic Show in the World, you don’t need any encouragement to read this one. His magic, humor and panache take him from the Magic Castle to the Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson. In the service, Al was called upon to use his magic skills to entertain troops on USO Tours and even test the security of a Navy ship. Al and I share a background as Magical Bartenders and fire-eaters. Working in nightclubs ‘in the trenches’ really sharpens your skills, and Magician at Largeserves up plenty of examples of Al‘s quick wit and broad range of talents. Al Lampkin has appeared on scores of TV shows as an actor, magician, or comedian. You'll read how onThe Mike Douglas Show, he gets a huge laugh on Eva Gabor. He’ll get a huge laugh from you too! Magician at Large is a fun account of Al's journey from his show business family roots, to National School Assemblies, to booking agent.” - Century Russell, full-time magician

"Al Lampkin has the golden touch: he has succeeded in virtually every branch of magic, from nationwide school assemblies to international USO tours, from libraries to Las Vegas Casinos. He has opened for celebrities and booked and befriended them as an agent. In his latest book his exploits range from being chased by bulls in the streets of Spain to falling through a stage in Utah. This is classic "cutting up jackpots" and I couldn't put it down, but didn't want it to end. Thanks for sharing your wild ride with us, Al!" - Richard Hatch, owner of Hatch Academy of Magic & Music, SAM Lifetime Member

“I like it. It was really great to hear your story. I like your way of story telling. The story about the bulls stressed me out! It was great. You are a star by training, by inheritance, and by right as an exemplary performer and mentor. You have made your mark on this industry, and on me” - AJ Longhurst, President, IBM Ring #192

“Al Lampkin has lived a life of magic, and seen and done things that many of us could only dream of. He's a performer of the first order, and he's done stage magic, closeup, bar magic, fire eating(!), puppeteering, juggling, acting -- you name it. Whether it's a school auditorium or a cruise ship or a Las Vegas casino or the Magic Castle, Al has amazed and delighted audiences for over five decades. He's a do-it-all performer who now shares his choicest experiences with those of us who wish we could have lived his life.” - Steve Dawson, former California Magic Dealer

“I sincerely love the booklet so much.... This is my favorite type of thing to read: I don't need to know any more card tricks but learning the experience of a working full time pro without having to live it myself is great. You can also use this quote ‘I read Al's book The Funniest Magic Show it the World when I was a kid and loved it.” Anything he writes is great because he lived it! I highly recommend his latest work." - Robert Baxt, First Place FISM Comedy winner