Method and apparatus for producing optical illusions

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7762896
APP PUB NO 20080146356A1
SERIAL NO

11639470

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A method and apparatus for use in connection with a theatrical stage presentation for rendering an actor or object located on the stage visible or invisible at will. The apparatus used to create the illusion includes a strategically located, selectively transparent screen and a large, generally vertically extending mirror. In carrying out the method of the invention, the mirror is controllably moved across the stage at a location intermediate a rear wall and the selectively transparent screen from a first position out of sight of the audience to a second position wherein the mirror is disposed between the rear wall and the selectively transparent screen.

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GAUGHAN JOHNNot Provided

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Gaughan, John 5223 San Fernando Rd. 7 81

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