The secrets behind Chris Pratt's jaw-dropping magic trick

Chris Pratt, best known for his roles in movies like Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World, is also known for his love for performing magic tricks. While he may not be a professional magician, his tricks have always fascinated his fans and made for entertaining moments. One of the most famous moments of Chris Pratt showcasing his magic trick skills was during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show. As the host, Graham Norton, handed him a deck of cards, Pratt confidently started performing a mind-blowing trick. He shuffled the cards in an impressive manner and effortlessly guessed the card chosen by guest Will.I.

Usually (but not always, so check your Fun Times schedule of events for the location) held in the evening near the main Lido pool, theme parties are short (typically lasting around 30-45 minutes) and energetic gatherings led by the cruise director and Fun Squad with music and dancing consistent with a particular theme. Guests are encouraged to dress in accordance with the theme, but it’s not required. (Everything I own is from the 90’s, so I just show up to that party in my regular gear only to feel low-key offended when I hear: “Nailed it!”)

P O is known for a Bianco party, their version of the White Party, as well as a Nero party, the antithesis of a white party where everyone wears black. The travel industry seems to be experiencing a boom and partying and social gatherings seem to be valued so much more after all that we ve been through.

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The Best Cruise Ship Theme Parties and Where to Find Them

Now that the COVID-19 pandemic seems to have become, well, a lot less fatal, people are eager to do the things that they couldn’t do when we were forced to isolate and maintain our distance from each other. The travel industry seems to be experiencing a boom and partying and social gatherings seem to be valued so much more after all that we’ve been through. In light of this, I present to you the best way to do both: If you’re into both partying and travelling, cruising is for you!

Having worked for two different cruise lines, and with friends who work for many others, I compiled a list of what theme parties you can expect on which ships. So if you’re looking for the best theme parties at sea, this is where you can find them:

(If you’re that type of cruiser who likes to be prepared, this list will also help you pack the right outfits or costumes for the relevant theme nights on board.)

Carnival Cruises:

• Carnival Cruises is known for its signature 80s Rock'n'Glow Deck Party.
• They also have a Caribbean-themed party known as a Mega Deck Party on longer itineraries.
• White Hot Parties are also held on some itineraries where everyone wears white.
• The ships Vista and Horizon are said to have a Latin dance party known as Amor Cubano.
• Carnival also has a formal night. It has been a while since I have been on one of “The Fun Ships”, but I seem to remember them being a bit stricter about the dress code than a lot of their competitor cruise lines. Guests who were not dressed more formally on elegant nights would be denied seating in the main dining rooms and forced to eat at the buffet. Cruises six days or longer usually have two Cruise Elegant evenings.

Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Cruises doesn’t seem to have one main signature theme party, instead, they seem to have a number of experiences or events specially tailored to certain venues on specific ships. Across the board, some of the theme nights you’re likely to experience include:

• A 60s party,
• a Motown party,
• a Latin party called Sizzle,
• a rock masquerade entitled Masque,
• And a silent disco. (They seem to be the only cruise line that does this, which is quite surprising considering the noise complaints we used to get on party nights when I worked in the guest services department of one of their competitors.)
• White Hot Parties are also held on some itineraries where everyone wears white.
• Their formal night has been rebranded as “evening chic” which is supposed to be less formal than formal, but smarter than smart casual.

Costa Cruises

• Costa cruises are also said to have a white night and a 70s party.
• Some itineraries also feature a black & red night and a masquerade party.

Disney Cruise Line

• Disney Cruise Line is known for its Pirates of the Caribbean Deck Party complete with a fireworks display. (And let me tell you, pyrotechnics on a cruise ship with loads of kids on board? That sounds like a logistical and safety nightmare! . But also, probably a lot of fun.)
• The Disney Wonder is also said to have a Pixar Pals Party, while the Disney Wonder and Disney Magic have a Frozen Party.
• Each cruise also has an optional “Dress-up night” (where you are encouraged to dress in formal attire, not pirate attire - just to clarify what they mean by “dressing up”).

MSC Cruises

• White parties are also common on MSC cruises.
• Other theme parties include a Tropical Party, a Flower Glory Party (A 70s party), a Carnival party (themed around Brazillian carnivals and not MSC's competitor) and a Space Party (I would like to experience that one).
• Cruises longer than seven days have two formal nights, often referred to as Gala Nights.

Norwegian Cruise Line

• Norwegian’s Mega ships (Breakaway class or bigger) are known for their Glow parties where guests are encouraged to wear neon colours.
• On the smaller ships, they used to have White Hot Parties where guests were encouraged to wear all white. They have now (updated 2023) done away with the White Hot Party and the Glow Party has become the signature party fleetwide. You won't look out of place in white but pack your neon too.
• Other theme nights you may find on an NCL ship (dependent on the length of cruise and itinerary) include Latin night, Caribbean Night, a 50s & 60s sock hop, 70s night, 80s night, a country hoedown and a Latin dance party.
• There will be at least one “Dress up or not night” per cruise, with the possibility of more on longer itineraries.

P&O Cruises

• P&O is known for a Bianco party, their version of the White Party, as well as a Nero party, the antithesis of a white party where everyone wears black. Way to shake things up, P&O!
• They are also rumoured to have a Back to School Party.
• P&O seems to be most well known for its Gatsby Party. From what I understand, this overlaps their signature party and their formal night. Apparently, they do 1920s dance classes and sequinned headband-making craft sessions in preparation for it.

Royal Caribbean:

• A 70s night or 'Disco Inferno' is also a common theme night on Royal Caribbean, but they seem to have replaced the 70s party with a 90s party on The Harmony of the Seas.
• They also host a Red Party on the Harmony of the Seas, a high-energy party with DJs, surprise performances, special effects and technology.
• Some of the other parties you may experience on Royal Caribbean include a Black & White Night, a 50s, 60’s or 80’s party or a Country Western party.
• Toga parties and Caribbean parties (dependant on the itinerary) also happen on occasion.
• Sometimes on Royal Caribbean, the formal night is replaced with a masquerade ball (pre-pandemic these masks covered your eyes not your mouth but that may have changed). Cruises that are seven days long or longer usually have two formal nights, the first one being a bigger deal than the second. (Formal attire is recommended but not mandatory.)

Virgin Voyages:

• Virgin Voyages obviously does things differently. They have swopped out the white night for a red night or ‘Scarlet Night’ which is said to feature art installations and performances throughout the ship. It’s less a party and more a ship-wide activation.
• It may also be the only cruise line that doesn’t do a formal night.
• Apparently, the spa is also the location of a spa party complete with DJs.

Another noteworthy magic trick performed by Pratt was on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. In this trick, Chris Pratt asked Jimmy Fallon to choose a card from a deck and memorize it. He then proceeded to shuffle the cards and perform a series of impressive moves, ultimately revealing the chosen card in a surprising manner. Fallon and the audience were left amazed by his skills. Beyond these televised magic tricks, Pratt enjoys performing magic tricks for his friends and fellow cast members on movie sets. He has mentioned in interviews that he often carries a deck of cards with him and loves to entertain people with his tricks during breaks. It's worth noting that Chris Pratt's magic tricks might not be groundbreaking or innovative, but they demonstrate his talent for performing illusions and showmanship. Despite his busy acting career, Pratt has continued to develop his skills as an amateur magician, allowing him to connect with others and bring joy through his performances. In conclusion, Chris Pratt's passion for magic tricks has become a well-known part of his public persona. Whether on TV shows or movie sets, he never misses a chance to showcase his skills and leave people amazed. His talent for performing illusions adds an extra layer of entertainment to his already charismatic personality..

Reviews for "Chris Pratt's mind-bending magic trick revealed"

1. Anna - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with Chris Pratt's magic trick. The whole performance felt lackluster and unoriginal. It seemed like he was just going through the motions without any creativity or flair. The tricks themselves were basic and predictable, nothing mind-blowing. Overall, I expected much more from a performer of his caliber.

2. John - 1 star - I don't understand the hype around Chris Pratt's magic trick. It was boring and forgettable. The tricks were poorly executed and lacked any sense of wonder or excitement. I've seen better magic tricks performed by amateurs at children's birthday parties. I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this disappointment.

3. Lisa - 2 stars - Chris Pratt's magic trick was underwhelming. It felt like he was just going through the motions and didn't put much effort into the performance. The tricks were unimpressive and didn't leave a lasting impact. I expected something more unique and captivating from such a popular performer. Unfortunately, this was a letdown.

4. Mark - 1 star - I was extremely disappointed with Chris Pratt's magic trick. It was completely predictable and lacked any innovation. The tricks were basic and didn't offer anything new or exciting. The overall performance felt rushed and half-hearted. I wouldn't recommend wasting your time watching this lackluster magic trick.

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