Tricks, illusions… or something more? 🎩 We dive into the world of magic to uncover what’s real, what’s deception, and why our brains want to believe. From street magicians to ancient ...

Born David Kotkin in Metuchen, N.J., the boy who became David Copperfield started doing tricks at age 12, and his success is no illusion. "My 'magic' is real, to a certain degree," he said.

The House of Magic, a new venue with two theaters, recently opened in Glenside. Owner Marc DeSouza is also building a library and museum on the history of illusions.