Mike: With full understanding of the fact that this changes over time, sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly, what is your absolute favorite effect in front of an audience? The one that you feel gets them the hardest? The one that you have the most fun doing?

Peter: What a great question! Well, it does change sometimes, But right now my all time favorite close up tricks that I love to do and blows ‘em away every time would be, The perfect pen, cigarette thru card, twisted sisters. As far as illusions go, I love ‘em all, but right now I’m really enjoying performing my Poltergeist illusion right now. But I also enjoy my Triangle of Darkness illusion, but its also because I get to ride on the motorcycle on stage, that’s always fun.

Mike: Have you ever mixed mentalism with magic? Do you consider the two mutually exclusive?

Peter: I have mixed mentalist effects with magic, and I’m sure a lot of mentalists hate me for it. But the fact is I am an illusionist and an illusionist creates illusions. They make things that appear impossible, possible. I don't come off as a mentalist on stage but I have been know to use effects in my show that are of the ESP, or telekinesis, or mind reading types. I mean just take my Poltergeist illusion for example. I make borrowed object move and float inside a sealed plexi-glass box. You could say that is a form of mentalism. But it's my illusion and my creation, and no one can stop me from performing it. The fact is, my show is my show, I will perform any effects that I wish to plain and simple. If they don't like it they don't have to watch it.

Mike: When I think of a young magician who I feel is one to watch, I immediately think of Danny Cole. Who do you consider to be the young magicians to watch?

Peter: Well I have been out of the loop lately as far as the new and upcoming magicians out there, but... I personally like Jason Byrne, and his dove act. His manipulation skills are excellent. I also really enjoy watching John Gabriel, and his outstanding illusion show.

VIO: Hey Peter what do you define as an illusion and illusionist? And how does being an Illusionist differ from any other form of magic?

Peter: Hello Vio, Love the pic of the imperial biker trooper. To me I simply define illusions as magic props on a bigger scale. You know cabinets and giant saws and that sort of thing. But really illusions are no different than any other form of magic in their meaning or intended effect on an audience.

VIO: Ok, thanks a lot, glad you like my avatar. What do you think about making every trick you do into an Illusion or small scale illusion? Should I magic a combination of the two in your opinion?

Peter: Well since I perform mostly illusions, I would actually like to take some of my illusion ideas and transform them into a close up mini version. That would be cool eh?

Sean: Hi Peter, I've just been on your site and have been looking at the many different illusions you perform: Poltergeist - The ultimate illusion in ghost manifestations. Cardiographic - Romantic mind-reading. Mismade Lady - Mixed up magic. The Triangle of Darkness – A volunteer travels anywhere in the world in three seconds on a magical motorcycle ride. Pierced Alive - An incredible illusion that turns into an even more amazing escape. Zig Zag Lady - The 90s version of sawing a lady in half, where she is cut into 3 separate pieces. Substitution - A death defying escape from an old shipping crate. Shot Thru the Heart - Magical Marksmanship. Shadows of Illusion - Silent silhouettes. The Iron Maiden - A lady is impaled with several swords who eventually disappears. The Federal Escape – A record escape made from a straight jacket before a timed explosive detonates. Under Pressure - An illusion that leaves a crushing impact. The Zombie Coffin – Nightmares in motion. Ring Flight - A spectator's ring vanishes only to reappear in the most impossible place. It's Alive - Magic that's not for the weak at heart. Her Lucky Number - Sensual mentalism. Asrah Levitation - A lady floats and vanishes in mid-air. Miracles of Magic - An array of fast paced magic that keeps you guessing and wanting more. Armed Robbery - A human arm is severed in full view and becomes animated. Extreme Illusions of Fire – You know the saying “If you play with fire you will get burned”. The Devil’s Reflection – Peter’s original unique penetration through a solid glass mirror. Which of these is your favourite illusion to perform, and why?

Peter: I love them all! But right now I am really enjoying Poltergeist and the Triangle of Darkness as they are my newest ones. And I get to ride a motorcycle onstage during the T.O.D. But I will tell you that my least favorite to perform is the Federal escape. I have hurt my back a couple of times performing the straight jacket escape involved in the illusion.

Sean: A question on the forums which has sparked a lot of debate is this simple one: Stage Names - awe inspiring, mysterious or silly?

Peter: I would say originality is the best route to go. But your stage name will depend on the style of performance, and your image that you are trying to portray. Your own name is also another way to go, like I did.

Tora: I have to join the conversation. I use a stage name... It is because of this: my name is not an international one. Nevertheless, I have a character unique for Turkish in both my name and stage name. You will never be able to pronounce it unless you hear it at least several times. For this reason it will be hard to remember as well. That is you can not remember a name which you are not able to pronounce. But as for "Tora" it is a four letter and easy to read and write one...And it is easy to remember as well. Before arriving at a decision whether it is silly to use a stage name or not, you have to inspect all the details my friends. It will, of course, be your own choice to use a stage name or net but please do not be judge for the others. One rule may not apply for all... With my all the best wishes...