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MagicbyCarlo Inner circle has squandered his time making 1062 Posts 
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On 2004-06-18 18:34, Corey K wrote: Excellent point! One of the cardinal rules of magic is not to repeat the same effect for the same audience. Unfortunately when you have the type of show DC has, that isn't always an option. As far as scripting is concerned, there are many magicians that script their show including me. Why does it surprise anyone that even some apparently improvised moments are built into the show? When you perform sometimes you discover an improv moment that really works with audiences. If you can recreate that moment in each show, then you DO and it becomes part of the script.
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Brent McLeod Inner circle 1792 Posts
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I am very envious of all the people that have seen Copperfield or Burton shows live as well as more than once
Living here in the Lower part of the world-its a huge undertaking to go & see these great Magicians/Entertainers so I have never seen these shows! For those who have -enjoy the experience to witness these modern day icons of our Art-You are so Lucky Maybe one day I will time an o/seas trip to coincide with them being in the same city at the same time!! Cheers-Brent |
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Tony S Special user New York 582 Posts
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Going back to the Lance Burton Duck that fell into the audience...I saw his show in Vegas at the end of May. No ducks fell off the stage that night. My guess is that this is something that happens on occasion and that he truly cares for the animals, so he stops the show to make sure the animal is taken care of. Although a duck quacking around in the audience would make for some good misdirection......
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gdw Inner circle 4884 Posts
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I have not yet had the pleasure of seeing Lance Burton perform, this is as I have yet to go to Vagas, as I live in Canada.
As for Copperfield I have had the pleasure of seeing him perform on three seperate ocassions. All of which were great experiences. The first was as a child in toronto with my father who is also a magician. It was a wonderful bonding experience for us. The second was when he came to Kitchener with one of his more recent tours. It was his first pass through K town with his vanishing to Hawaii (?sp.) I saw this show with My whole family this time and a friend who is also interested in magic. The third was a year or two later when he returned to Kitchener. This time I went with My Fiance (who was the girl who thought of a card in the "impregnating" act.) I Myself was onstage for the car production which was Jaw droping when on stage. I was how ever slightly disapointed that a lot of the same illusions were used, but it was not the exact same show thankfuly. He seemed to have a rotating arsonal of illusions for the tour I imagine. The point is that they were all wonderfull experiences, and I am greatfull for the wonder I was granted by them. Glenn
"You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one."
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magicmanrob Regular user 158 Posts
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Having had the opportunity to not only see, but to be on stage for "13" at Copperfields show, I can tell you he is awesome! His connecting with an audiance has made his success! He is a true showman. And having been on stage my eyes were wandering everywhere he does have teleprompters to help him remember things such as audience members names ( I know because my last name was misspelled ) as I signed the photo. I could see my name on the promter, but all that doesn't even matter because its his charisma that makes the audience endear to him.......................... We should all be so fortunate to learn half of the presentation skills both of these two wonderful performers have!
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WesRay New user 96 Posts
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I'll be seeing Copperfield in D.C. in late April.
Just curious as to why his show is so short these days. Is he saving things for his next TV special? Also, from 1999-2002, he had a different show each year. Why has his same show line-up from 2003 not changed yet? EDIT: Also, I've noticed he's taking over a one-month break from March 9 - April 19. Could this be to intergrate new illusions into the 2005 show? (Might be wishful thinking on my part, of course.  ) I just wish the show had more in it, like the one I saw in '92.
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R.T. Regular user 107 Posts
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Hey WesRay
I just saw the show a few weeks ago, and though it didn't have a ton of tricks its amazing, and feels like he's doing magic the whole time. I do think that he will be doing a new show soon, like you said he's had this show for a few years now. Have fun seeing him! |
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JAEIII Veteran user 310 Posts
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Although there are fewer illusions, the show still averages the same length (usually about an hour and a half). The reason there are fewer illusions is to make room for some of the current ones that take longer. For instance; the Lottery illusion itself takes approximately 20 minutes.
In Addition; I've also had the pleasure of seeing both of their shows in the same night. This was many years ago. I've seen David MANY times since then, but have yet to get back to see Lance. I plan to see him on my next trip to Vegas. Bottom line; they are both excellent performers!
Believe In Magic....I do!
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Whitewolfny Loyal user 216 Posts
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I saw DC in Burlington VT about a year ago. I came away wondering why the show was so short. The illusions were great and fun to watch. I do believe there were several "plants" in the audience, but at least they didn't act like plants. IF I could work an audience the way DC does, boy I'd be on tour in a minute. He's got a gift for working with an audience regardless of the tricks he's doing. I was disappointed that he didn't do any flying in the show. I would have loved to see that.
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Jim Stan Magic Man Loyal user Chicago Area 241 Posts
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I have seen both Lance and DC perform live. DC is very good, but Lance seems to connect better with the audience. Also, Lance seems to provide a little of everything. Big illusions, audience participation and tremendous sleight of hand. I prefer Lance to DC.
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armagician Regular user 146 Posts
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I aggree with Jim Stan, lance does talk more to the audience and the balcony. If you go to the early show, he does the Things that go bump in the night with a tee pee (can't spell that) It is really cool.
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The great Gumbini Inner circle 3062 Posts
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While both are absolute joys to watch they have different styles. This is why you can see them "back to back" and not see the same old stuff. David Copperfield will most likely always be my favorite magician simply because I had the wonderful opportunity to meet him and work with him on his "Project Magic" project he was working on. It was such a great idea and I love the passion he had for it. He was such a "down to earth" person and was open to questions and eager to help you to get it right. I saw Lance Burton perform at The Magic Castle and he too was very gracious and nice as well. Both men are class acts and very very entertaining.
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mantooth New user 40 Posts
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I believe both are great magicians, but DC is clearly the more modern. That said... DC's show needs newer illusions... Ive seen it numerous times over the last 10 years, and nothing very new... The pregnancy is the newest... The show is great, but what happened to David having new stuff... I guess since he's not been doing specials, he's not working any new material, but come on... Also DC twittered a while back that they were working on a new illusion...but just saw him about a month and a half ago, and there was nothing new...
Something interesting though... I never thought I'd see the day that David felt the need to PROVE his worth to the audience... Preshow vid plays that has each of his accomplishments playing in a loop... ie.. Knighted by French Government... Appeared on postage stamps... Then, they play a hilarious video "David Copperfield in our culture." Played every moment from tv and movies that mentioned the name David Copperfield...and also featured the Conan spoofs... Went on too long if you ask me, but was really funny... I guess, if it was an up and comer, it would make sense to me... But DC????? Obviously we're their because he's the man! I was a little sad, thinking to myself that this is what David has to do now a days? Also, doesn't he have one more special on contract??? Or has that contract been bought out? |
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jimhlou Inner circle 3698 Posts
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Both David and Lance are great magicians - no doubt. The difference to me is their attitude. DC has been doing this a long time, and he is obviously tired, and it shows. He considers himself the greatest magician alive, and acts accordingly. He could use a little humble pie.
Lance is a great magician, and works hard at his craft. But he considers himself a lucky guy to be doing what he's doing, and getting paid for it. And it shows in his attitude toward his audience and others. Just my 2 cents. Jim |
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Risto L. Regular user Finland 174 Posts
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I saw both shows back-to-back a couple of weeks ago. Jim`s comment is spot on.
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hocuspocusjay23 Regular user 170 Posts
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Jim my man, I could have not said it better. You are right on the money.
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Miraclemakers Special user INA 685 Posts
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On 2004-06-17 01:16, RSD wrote: Wish that someday I can watch Copperfield and Lance live on Vegas.... RSD, I'm interested with the performance that Copperfield does, "Killer", The scorpian game, you mean "scorpion" game? what's the effect? |
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Banester Special user 669 Posts
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Scorpion Game was when the scorpion picks the spec's card (in short).
The art of a magician is to create wonder.
If we live with a sense of wonder, our lives become filled with joy -Doug Henning- |
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i-o-f New user 24 Posts
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So Jims initial Post was in 2004. 6 Year without big changes and innovations in those Headlining Shows...what happened!?
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Miraclemakers Special user INA 685 Posts
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On 2010-07-01 13:39, Banester wrote: Do you have a video link on youtube? because I like something to do with scorpion.... |
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