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Dimitri Mystery Artist Veteran user Israel/Ukraine 355 Posts |
I have a small dilemma,
last week I filmed a show in a theater, I wanted to upload a routine for my website, after watching the shootings I can say that I am happy the most with my closer (other routines are good for show-reel material but won't stand along). would you consider it a good idea to use your best routine for publicity? I has many positive aspects but it might be better to leave the routine as surprise for a live performances. thanks |
Scott Burton Inner circle 1131 Posts |
I've faced this issue myself. IMO, when you are dealing with the element of surprise, better to tease and show the audience reaction to the climax or resolution rather than give away everything (like movie trailers do). You could always have a full copy as a private video link for prospects who ask to see more. Use your judgement and keep listening to what your prospects are saying and consider that also.
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Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts |
I agree, I would only give a tease shot or shots of what you consider your 'signature' piece. If you shot audience reaction, then that is what you want to shoe. Clapping and laughing sells to prospective clients.
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Dimitri Mystery Artist Veteran user Israel/Ukraine 355 Posts |
You are probably right,
thank you! |
Phil Blackmore New user 81 Posts |
I think most of the audience won't have seen the showreel so it doesn't really matter if you give away the surprise to the booker.
I would put as many magical moments as possible and all the big finishes in the showreel. It might spoil the show a little for the booker, but it will also make them more likely to book you. They will be more than happy if the rest of the audience love the show and they get to look good because they booked you! |
Al Angello Eternal Order Collegeville, Pa. USA 11045 Posts |
Last Saturday night I went to a magic convention and saw Michael Finney. The whole audience had seen his signature routines many time, and he still got a standing ovation at the end of his performance.
The bottom line here is DON'T TAKE YOURSELF SO SERIOUSLY, because you are the only one who obsesses over your material. Audiences go to see the magician, and not just his tricks.
Al Angello The Comic Juggler/Magician
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TomBoleware Inner circle Hattiesburg, Ms 3163 Posts |
Good point Al. People hire Michael Finney because they want others to see Michael Finney as he is.
I think you need to make an impression 'before' they hire you more so than afterwards. That's like promising the boss you will do a better job 'after' you get the raise. It don't work that way. Tom
The Daycare Magician Book
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Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts |
I believe the original poster is more concerned with other magicians stealing his feature routine. I can relate and it will happen.
For a promo to clients that will actually want to hire you, YouTube has a feature to only let those you choose to watch video. I think that will be the best way to handle individual clients. I have had many of my handling's and tricks ideas stolen by other magicians. When you are in a market with a lot of amateur magicians because of a magic shop in town, it makes it more difficult to keep your routines and ideas out of their hands. Al and Tom make some good points, but as Al said, everyone knows want to expect from Michael Finney, they have not met the person on the web page as of yet, and they would not want to see a demo if they already had. |
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