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tboehnlein Inner circle ohio 1787 Posts |
I still find it interesting that he has gone so far against all advice on this board and lsewhere, I know past related threads concerning a mentalist performing on AGT has always been, do not do it, the judges will crucify you, you do not have enough time to develop a personality, 90 seconds isn't enough to do a proper mentalism routine. Just goes to show how little the general population really knows. Here is a guy that has shown, no personality, has done 2 basic effects of mentalism and a dressed up prediction and he is into the semifinals. Hopefully we can all learn from him and our preconceived ideals. Go Dittleman!!
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Slim King Eternal Order Orlando 18012 Posts |
I'm not sure I'd say "against all advice on this board and elsewhere" GO DITTLEMAN!!!
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Tom Jorgenson Inner circle LOOSE ANGLES, CALIFORNIA 4451 Posts |
It sounds like Sharon kind of blew it in the heat of the moment....she announced that the Stomp-Clompers would get her wildcard callback...now that it is public, how are they going to drum up tension when that time comes? She's already announced her choice. That's a whole section of the show that she popped the bubble on.
...and all heads are turned: What will Dittleman do next?? How can he top this? Does anyone know how many more times he needs to compete?
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mastermindreader 1949 - 2017 Seattle, WA 12586 Posts |
My understanding it that there will be FOUR wild card selections and four selections from the YouTube contestants, thus bringing the field to twenty-four contestants. That means Eric will have to get through at least two more rounds to make it to the finals.
BTW, despite what has been said in this thread, Eric is very good at taking advice and has shown considerable personality in his appearances. Good thoughts, Bob |
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Mindpro Eternal Order 10586 Posts |
I think it's is casual, normal guy personality that has played a part in him getting as far as he has and become a favorite of the judges and audiences alike. It makes people want to route for him. I'm just concerned about how he steps it up at least two more times. Although he will be allowed more time as he advances. I'd still like to see him do something with the whole audience that can play bigger. I'm sure he knows this and is saving it for the right time.
We should all learn a lot from him, as he has taken several effects that typically play small or closeup or one on one, and has nicely adapted them for a stage setting. |
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tboehnlein Inner circle ohio 1787 Posts |
Bob I believe he has shown personality in his interviewed segments prior to performance and that has definitely helped, within the performance limitations itself I still feel it is difficult for him to do that. As far as the performances themselves go I think he has came across extremely professional, his delivery is smooth and confident.
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brehaut Inner circle kentucky 2531 Posts |
I think Eric's results speak for themselves. His competition is extremely talented and the fact that he has progressed this far shows that he is connecting with the audience.
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mastermindreader 1949 - 2017 Seattle, WA 12586 Posts |
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On 2012-07-26 14:09, tboehnlein wrote: True. It's nearly impossible to do that in 90 seconds, but Eric has been savvy in his handling of the judges and effect selection. He's achieved the goal of any performer- he got the audience to like him. |
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brehaut Inner circle kentucky 2531 Posts |
Also, I would guarantee that some people will get involved in mentalism after watching Eric week after week. This can only be good for our art.
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Slim King Eternal Order Orlando 18012 Posts |
If it was CA he'd be marketing the briefcases right now ...LOL
And screaming that DITTLEMAN is not the real deal!!!!
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gmeister Inner circle 1588 Posts |
There's a bevy of unique talent this time around and Eric is right up there with them.
Win or lose, he's already gone where no mentalist has gone before! (Hey, that's not a bad line. Wonder if anyone's thought of it.) Like all of us, I'm really proud of him and of the opportunity to call him a brother in our art/craft/passion/obsession(?)! |
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quicknotist Special user 888 Posts |
Well said!
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Decomposed Eternal Order High Desert 12059 Posts |
He is being called the next Kreskin. He has plenty of backers and should win it all. This is going to be great for all mentalist and make Dittleman a very rich man. He cannot go on Leno yet but Im sure they have their sites on him as well as Ellen, and Good Morning. How many progress this far in just 3 yrs?
There are 12 wildcards to be selected for call back. Um what did I tell you he would be "the talk" in America today. Can you say mega $$$$?! PS: I would think twice about auditioning if you have a mentalism act for next year. Eric has kind of showed just about everything that can be done for the audiences and has a few more performances to go. Look what AGT has done for others and just think what Dittleman's future entails. Hope when its over he can come on as VIP for questions and answers. He could teach a thing or two at Mindvention next year if his time permits. No other talent on there can top him. I am so proud of him! He is the real deal. PSS: Where is all the bad stuff about mentalists on AGT? As far as I know and was told, this is the first year for mentalism on the show. I may be wrong but that is what Ive been told. They may have been some mental magic episodes, dunno for sure.
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Decomposed Eternal Order High Desert 12059 Posts |
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On 2012-07-26 13:14, Tom Jorgenson wrote: As you know Sharon will not be back next year. Guess she can say whatever she wants.
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Billy-one Inner circle IOWA 1028 Posts |
Decomposed,
Holy **** man....do you have stock in this guy or something? Heres the thing, Dittleman has done well on the show....Im not takeing anything away from that, but the next Kreskin, come on!! The MOST amazing thing that Dittleman has done was to go on AGT. His ambition, courage, and go get em attitude is amazing and I respect the **** out of him for that, but lets call a spade a spade....he aint no Kreskin (cassidy,osterlind,brown,ect)! I like his last performance alot! Yet his first two performances got great reactions becuse of the strength of effect. I imagine all who frequent this board could have done equally well and given the fact that he only have 90 seconds was a blessing in disguise! Why? Becuse many mentalist (myself included) get lost in the love of hearing our ownself speak. We forget about how strong and direct a mentalism routine is or can be. Example, lets assume you wanted to do a blind fold routine, you had 90 seconds, how would yours look?? Yep, the exact same as Dittlemans. Perhaps you would be less nervous (he looked like he was pooping himself) but perhaps that would also detract from his charm. Again, don't get me wrong...Im very impressd with him (proud even though I don't know him) but not becuse his performances are amazing, but becuse he had the go get it attitude that propelled him into future stardom! He will be great, no doubt about that.....but he isn't the charismatic star that Kreskin is, so please stop blowing this guy up like hes the 2nd coming. I am reminded of David Blaine and his early success. Was he an amazing close up guy, nope! But he had a great idea and the will and desire to make a name for himself....perhaps that's more important to having great chops, charisma, charm, "talent", (I am fully certain it is more important). Keep in mind, this is not at all a jealous rant (although, arent we all a bit jealous), but more of a critique on your crazy *** posts. Billy |
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Decomposed Eternal Order High Desert 12059 Posts |
Hey Billy,
How long have you been performing? Just curious. I met Dittleman, have you? As far as crazy posts, I think I could go through some of yours here and we can trade a few. What you say? I thought we could all have an opinion here rather then slamming someone elses. I did not say he reminded me of Kreskin (reread my post), someone who makes lets say 20 million dollars a year said it. Great suggestion, why don't you try out next year for AGT in 2013. Perhaps you can see how difficult it is to make it with the restraints this type of show offers. What he pulled off on AGT I would say perhaps 1 percent of mentalists, not magicians (who are working) could do. And as far as comparing him with those with 50 yrs experience, once again, I did not say it. Look at all of them with 3 yrs under their belts. He is one of the best I have seen with 3 yrs. One of them, not the best. And seeing him on TV is not the same as meeting the lad in person. Decomposed With Another Crazy *** Post PS And he will top what he just did in the next round, I have never been wrong once yet regarding Dittleman and won't be the next time either.
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Slim King Eternal Order Orlando 18012 Posts |
Hey guys ... you both agree on 99% of all of this. Dittleman is kicking ***. He utilized the time restraints to his advantage EITHER WAY you look at it! He focused his routines like a laser beam !!!! Although I think this much scripting is not his style he has adapted to it and is beating out all his competition. Kreskin is my Hero but eventually we NEED a NEW KRESKIN ... Just makes sense ...right?
LONG LIVE DITTLEMAN!!!!! BTW ... Going to see Kreskin with THE BEAN tomorrow night!!!! Again....
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Decomposed Eternal Order High Desert 12059 Posts |
Lived in Florida 8 yrs, you must be my cousin or something Slim. Been to Disney more then to lunch:)
I think that next year they should have an AGT radio only talent show. Doubt I would make it thru the first round on that one:) Hey DIttleman is making it better for all of us, I know many do not see it that way. Its really not ALL about him, its about all of us. Can you say "social media marketing?" Get on the bus or forget about us. Sure Im a little amped up. I see the WHOLE picture and with no apologies. Hey, Kreskin in Florida tomorrow night? Decomposing Blowing Off Steam. PS: Billy, no offense, just hate being called crazy is all or making other then my performances crazy cause they certainly all are.
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Billy-one Inner circle IOWA 1028 Posts |
Decomposed,
Perhaps your post are not crazy, just a bit over hyped. I don't have the balls to audition for AGT, again this is where I credit Dittleman. I have not met Mr. Dittleman, perhaps that's why Im not going ga-ga over him, but I doubt that it would change my opinion (that hes not the next Kreskin), maybe Im wrong? Also, when someone whos making money off the talent within their show (stern, mandel, osborne) they often over hype the acts....my problem is that Dittleman showed the judges a few effects that stood soley on the strenght of effects, not his performance. I think this just shows how strong mentalism can be, 90 seconds or not. I am very happy that he is doing well, becuse this will open doors for other mentalists. However, perhaps you where not performing at the height of the David Blaine fame (I was) but I can promise the mentalist will get a lot of "can you tell me who my first secret crush was" ala "can you float", this is not really a bad thing at all, but perhaps you can see the corralation and that not always highlithing a genre makes it better for the practioners within. But truley, my point is that you are making him out to be the standerd of mentalists....or so it seems to me. In regards to only 3 years, check out Jason Alexander (of singfield fame) if you want to compare "abilites" versus time in the art. I don't want to be the guy knocking Dittleman, as I think hes doing a *** fine job (atleast his last performance), but I also don't think we should be jumping onto his very unproven bandwagon. Billy |
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Slim King Eternal Order Orlando 18012 Posts |
The Amazing Kreskin is helping the homeless ...
http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/communi....../kreskin Never seen any of the pseudo-skeptics help in this way!!!! Just sayin' ...
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