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MonsterMagic Special user 517 Posts |
Because of the angles, is it impossible to perform the multiplying balls or the Zombie ball on the street?
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dmoses Inner circle 2261 Posts |
If you like the Zombie ball and want to perform something "safer" on the street try Bill Abbott's "The Thing"
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Dave V Inner circle Las Vegas, NV 4824 Posts |
Remember, your body can block a lot of bad angles.
Or, you can follow Gazzo's advice. &^%$ them, they don't tip anyway.
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noland Veteran user 350 Posts |
I've seen Josini (aka Joseph Smith), a Maryland magician, perform a wonderful billiard ball routine on the street. He does it early in his show, while the crowd is assembled principally in front of him. I remember seeing Jeff Sheridan perform card manipulations, including card fan productions from the back palm, in Central Park, New York City, in the early '70's. He would cover the angles by performing with his back almost against the base of a statue, thereby controlling the angles. So there are strategies to block angles, depending on what type of show you perform. Neither one of these magicians was performing a full circle show.
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Eduardo Veteran user 312 Posts |
Yes zombie ball is possible...
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Nick W Special user 515 Posts |
Just do it. nevermind angles. just make sure you don't flash;)
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travisb Special user Vancouver, BC 546 Posts |
There are some things you can do to minimize the angle problems of billiard balls, like keeping your hand with the shell exposed at your side or in front of you chest, rather than high in the air. Another option, if working very small sidewalk, is to orient the balls against the ground, and have people look down on them. Also, picking your spots can help.
The other suggestions are also good, including just ignoring the people behind you, because who cares if they see the gaff? -Travis |
JoeJoe Inner circle Myrtle Beach 1915 Posts |
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Danny Hustle Inner circle Boston, MA USA 2393 Posts |
Back when I worked Harvard Square with Sonny Holliday he did the multiplying Balls quite a bit - He used the vernet sparkly jobs that looked like little disco balls. he did a great job with them.
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Chris Capstone Regular user Tulsa, OK 107 Posts |
I do billiard balls all the time, did it 6 times yesterday? There are several things that work for me:
1. Find a good spot that gives some protection on the back and sides. Use a rope on the ground or back yourself into a corner, or up against something. 2. Work the balls directly in front of and very close to your chest. Move your elbows forward to block the side view. This feels a little awkward at first but it looks normal to the audience. 3. Use the other hand to block one side. I hold it about 8 to 10 inches to the side, palm open, fingers toward the audience. I use a displaying gesture with that hand so it has a reason to be held in that position. 4. I use a 24 inch silk (when it's not windy) in part of my routine. I can also use it to block some of the side view. 5. Minimize the amount of time in the routine when you are holding just the shell, in other words get it loaded with another ball after the production ASAP. 6. Use a set of balls that has a good shell that is very thin at the edges which is more deceptive. I use a vintage wooden set with a shell that allows me do a quick show of both sides when loaded with a ball. 7. Suggest people move if they are standing on the side. I try to explain it in a way that will benefit them: "Hey guys if you would like to enjoy the show you'll be able to see better if you come over here and join the party." Then I turn away and do not acknowledge their existence after that comment and begin interacting with the main group directly in front. Sometimes they will respond by moving because they don't want to be left out, sometimes they don't. The more likeable and confident your personality, the better this will work. 8. As was said earlier, these types of people tend be a little "stand-offish". They don't want to join the main audience so they probably won't tip anyway. If I can't convert them, then I blow them off. If they happen see the shell, or back palmed cards, etc... Who cares? I'm there to entertain the folks that will tip me.
Chris Capstone
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Harry Murphy Inner circle Maryland 5444 Posts |
Harry Riser’s Multiplying Ball routine was designed for close-up. It is done in front of the body and can be done just about anywhere.
Al Schneider’s Zombie routine was designed to be done close-up and surrounded. Yes both routines may be (and are) performed on the streets.
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Chris Capstone Regular user Tulsa, OK 107 Posts |
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On 2011-10-03 14:35, Harry Murphy wrote: Can you give the name of the publication which contains the Riser routine? Is it in Feints & Temps of Harry Riser?
Chris Capstone
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epoptika Elite user Florida 477 Posts |
It is Chris.
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