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twistedace Inner circle philadelphia 3772 Posts |
Hi all,
I've been doing many private, corporate 1 hour close up shows recently for small groups of people...very informal atmosphere. My question is are many of you doing the same thing and if you are do you have a set show? I find that I go in with a sort of road map and then just jazz. I don't have a SET SHOW but feel that I really should. What do you guys do? |
twistedace Inner circle philadelphia 3772 Posts |
So nobody has any advice on this? I have started to put together my show by analyzing basically all of my favorite "showpiece" tricks that meet at least 3 criteria: They're fun, They have well developed plots and are a bit longer, and they get great reactions. So far, I still only have a general guideline.
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TheGiz Veteran user 335 Posts |
I do a couple card-mind reading stunts for the women. I do ambitious card for the guys, 3 shell game for all ending with a Benson Bowl type effect with sponges in the hand and under the bowl. I may cut a couple effects short if there is heavy conversation or add if everybody is having fun. Occasionally- Ashes in the palm, cig through coat, signed/mismade bill inside 3 zippered puches or nest of dolls. I'm trying to steer clients away from the full show and do walkaround. It seems more fun for the people and if they want to talk or just don't like magic I don't impose myself on them. Got a $150.00 tip last week working this way.
-Gary |
Kevin Viner Loyal user San Diego, CA 203 Posts |
Hey there. While most of my corporate work centralizes on stand-up and stage magic, and the only close-up magic I typically perform is in strolling environments, I believe I can offer a few words of advice.
First, I believe that an hour-long close-up show is a little long for somebody asking the questions that you are. This is not meant to offend you, but rather to say that an hour-long close-up show is a very daunting task. You must hold the audiences rapt attention for the entire hour, never letting them become bored or anticipate the next effect. I would start simple, with a twenty-minute formal close-up show. This is great for the corporate sector, as small groups can come by and watch your show at predetermined times throughout the evening. Secondly, pick up a couple good books on the subject. The Books of Wonder, by Tommy Wonder, are a must in determining the best order to perform your routines, and Tommy touches on many points commonly overlooked by people in the industry. A second must-have book is Maximum Entertainment by Ken Weber. Read these books, and then come back for some more tips. I have a feeling you'll find what you need there.
Warmest regards,
Kevin Viner Corporate Magician in Los Angeles, CA | Magician in San Diego | Magician in Orange County, CA | |
twistedace Inner circle philadelphia 3772 Posts |
Hey guys. I am a very very seasoned performer. I've worked restaurants for the past four years and have done many corporate walkaround gigs. I've just been invited this year many times to do one hour close up shows. Like I said, I have a definite roadmap but not a definite defined show. I have done a few of these for the hour and had great responses and reactions. The people like it but I just feel like I should have a set SHOW ala Goshman or Alan. I've just been wondering if you all did something similar. Thanks for the suggestions on the books. I've read those many years ago and love them.
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