Can you make my wife disappear?

It doesn't matter how many times magicians here the line 'Can you make my wife disappear' it's still a delightful surprise. Well, maybe not, but it is surprising how many magicians don't know how to answer that question.

It's a funny line and for the spectator that said it, it's original and very witty. How should magicians answer that question?

How should magicians answer 'Can you make my wife disappear'?

It really depends. There are a few things that the answer should be:

1) Fun and creative.

2) In character for your performing persona.

3) Suitable for the type of audience you are entertaining.

4) None agressive and light hearted.

How magicians answer 'Can You Make My Wife Disappear'

Here's some suggestions from members of the excellent facebook magicians group Full Circle Magic.

'No but if your wife keeps looking at that guy over there the way she is, she will disappear.' – Aaron Fagan

'No I've run out of room under my patio.' – Bryan Gunton

'Say yes but that is more expensive.' – MrChips Entertainer

'No. Only their clothes… Shall I try on you' – Raed Ibrahim

'I'm from south shields, I've got friends that can make anyone disappear.' – James Hudson

'That depends on how much you want to pay. For only $100, a black Van can be here in 5 mins.' – Oliver Sorensen

'Reminds me of a famous magician quote from long ago…. an interview reveals the classiest response to that question, "Can you make my wife disappear?" Simply say "I need all the audience I can get.", and carry on with your show. – Nick K. Young

'If I could do that..would I still be married with a day job?' – Blair Behe

'She paid me to make you disappear….' – John A Moran Sr.

'I made someone disappear once, I was questioned for hours, which really surprised me, I mean I didn't expect the Spanish Inquisition.' – Edward Mann

'Yes just ask my ex's' – Chris Watts

'Look at them steelie eyed and say, "I;m thinking about it right.' – Frank Tougas

'Yes, but I would rather have you stay and watch what I do.' or 'Keep it up… you are well on your way.' – Kenton Knepper

'Sure, but then you'll have to pay me alimony". If a kid says "can you make my brother/sister disappear?" Then I'll say they have to pay me "child support" and follow it up with "How much money do you have? " or I'll just use that line by itself. – David Quidas

 

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