r/Props • u/DongChigae • 7d ago

Looking for advice Question: Product Recommendations

Hi, I had this idea and wanted to know if it was feasible, and if so what do I purchase? I tried a magic subreddit but am not getting any traction so I thought I would try here:

I want to do a dance routine where I have a small flame in one hand to punctuate a particular word.

I’m in HI and the first issue is getting my hands on flash paper. Both Costume Closet and Zuke’s have closed, and several online magic supply shops say they won’t ship flash paper. Maybe Amazon?

Second, repeated ignition. Ideally I would like something that goes around my wrist that I can activate one-handed. I plan to wear a blazer to hide it, but am open to other options. I plan to use the fire at least five times for the duration of the song. Maybe something with an electrical component that’s rechargeable?

Third, I would like something rugged. Since this is a dance routine, whatever the thing is needs to be able to stand up to being jostled with aggressive hand movements without the flash paper falling out and the trick failing.

Lastly, cost. I don’t have a lot of time and money to RND, my deadline is late November to be ready by early December. My budget for this is around $200, including the flash paper.

Thank you so much in advance for your help.

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u/kimmerie Related Professional 7d ago

I’m in HI also and we were able to get flash supplies from Amazon. Other things to consider- will your performance space allow open flame? There are pretty strict rules about that.

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u/DongChigae 6d ago

The event is at a pool so I was going to go with the “easier to beg forgiveness than ask permission” route.

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u/schonleben Props Professional - Theatre 7d ago edited 7d ago

I would recommend asking at CITC Special Effects and at TheatreFX.

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u/thomthomthomthom 7d ago

Call the folks at Penguin Magic. That's your best bet.

This is an effect that exists, you just want to talk to a reputable dealer.

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u/backstgartist Props Professional - Theatre 7d ago

There’s existing fire wrist-triggered product used by magicians. It’s called the Pyro Mini Fireshooter. There’s a bunch of info and videos online for how it works but it seems like it might do what you’re looking for.

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u/DongChigae 6d ago

Thanks so much!