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Flying Magus Loyal user 286 Posts |
I really like this routine, but I've got to admit I'm having trouble with it. I can't seemed to sell it properly. The main problem I have is when it comes to opening the can at the end I can't really seem to find much justification for it. Consequently the routine kind of trails off in my hands.
So, for all those out there that perform it, how do you work the routine? Why do you open the can the second time? I really feel this could be a strong part of my shows I just need a little help.
Magically yours,
Michel Fouché Believe in the Impossible |
KC Cameron Inner circle Raleigh, North Carolina 1944 Posts |
Do you have a link for those of us whom are interested?
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richards New user Brian Richards 82 Posts |
The reason to open the can after you freak out to the scary spider is to say to the kids, "Well, at least there isn't a snake in the can." Open it and then freak out again.
I like the routine as well, but it is also in the earlier stages for me. I hope this helps. Brian |
Michael238 Inner circle 1192 Posts |
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I like to do is an idea off Martin Lewis Making Magic Vol 1. Using the Neilson Vanishing Kechup bottle. May not work for everyone, but is works for me. Just an idea. Mike |
MikeBent Regular user Boston, MA 174 Posts |
I've done it so many times (obviously.) I just say; "At least there wasn't anything scary inside the can." Then release the snakes. I've never had a problem with it, and it gets a HUGH reaction from the kids and adults. The switch is never noticed.
Is anyone interested in an all bug version for this summer's library theme? I thought the snake could be substituted for a spring centipede. Mike Bent |
Beowulf Loyal user Thomas A. Lilly 284 Posts |
I made this up immediately after reading it in MAGIC and use it often. After asking whether the children like surprises, not little surprises but great big scarey surprises, we're off.
When my assistant reveals her spider card, I say, "Oops, somebody's made a boo-boo, and I think it's me; see, this (removing/showing Top Secret card) is a picture of a snake!" The kids correct me, I fail to see, mayhem ensues. "Oh no: two boo-boo's." A pause, and then, "Uh-oh: I didn't make a two boo-boo's; I made three boo-boo's, cause I know I put a snake in the can before I left the house." Cue hand-holding, the spider on a thread, the spider on my back, and "Did she put a spider on my back?!" I reluctantly pay off my assistant and send her back to her seat as I gather the cards and envelope. "Boy, how may boo-boo's did I make that time?" Amazing how well the children keep count. "And this thing (picking up the can)wasn't even scary, was it?" Logical to re-open the can and relish the screams. Tom |
Flying Magus Loyal user 286 Posts |
Personally if I were going to say "At least there wasn't anything scary in the can" I would just gesture with the can in my hand. Opening it would take to0o long and be pointless as we have all seen inside the can.
Having said that, magic (and acting for that matter) does involve making unnatural movements seem natural, so I guess I'll just have to live with it. I'm starting to suspect the real problem is in my pacing. Mike, how do you pace this part of the routine? Does it move quite quickly from you discovering the spider on your back to opening the can?
Magically yours,
Michel Fouché Believe in the Impossible |
MikeBent Regular user Boston, MA 174 Posts |
When I take off the spider and toss it away, I act as if it's all over. Opening the can is an afterthought, that's why it packs such a punch.
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