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Zack Schaff New user 18 Posts |
I'm looking for numerous examples of things not to do in magic, keep in mind to specifics, cards, coins, animal, stage, street, and close-up magic.
Some examples would be: doing the same trick twice, making flashpaper yourself, always using the same method, trying something at home when told not to, or only doing tricks that you (the magician) like. Just remember all responses are welcomed, and they don't have to be funny! Thanks everyone, Zachary D. Schaff |
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Rob Johnston Inner circle Utah 2060 Posts |
Doing effects twice for the same audience.
"Genius is another word for magic, and the whole point of magic is that it is inexplicable." - Margot Fonteyn
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Doug Higley 1942 - 2022 7152 Posts |
When using doves don't forget one is in the pan or set up the pan too early. If so, have 'taps' ready on the music cue.
Keep your birds clean and pretty. If you blow a trick, gather your thoughts and composure so you don't blow the next one. Don't say **** when you do blow a move. CLEAN YOUR FINGERNAILS! Don't forget your deoderant. Otherwise...have fun and your audience will too. Doug http://LionPoint.com
Higley's Giant Flea Pocket Zibit
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Chris Berry Special user 831 Posts |
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On 2004-07-09 18:49, Astinus wrote: Which was originally said... Let's give it up to raising our post count!! How about, not performing something of someone else without first clearing it with them and getting full permission. Chris |
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Jonathan Townsend Eternal Order Ossining, NY 27297 Posts |
Asking questions that are the themes of classic texts in our field.
Or, to make this a more positive statement, it's important to get your hands on the classics and read them: The Tarbell Course, Greater Magic, Our Magic... That way, can avoid awkward questions about dove steals, coin productions, cups and balls basics... And, you get a great education with some history. Win/Win.
...to all the coins I've dropped here
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Magicusa Elite user 478 Posts |
When using doves don't forget to turn the fan off in the room. I know this one first hand.
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Woofledust New user Connecticut 76 Posts |
Don't pack your props from memory, use a checklist.
Never assume your customer's home will have the right electrical connection, chair to borrow, or any other necessary prop or ingredient. And how about the first rule we ever learned? Don't expose the the magic secret. Finally, the most important rule of all, don't leave until the money is in your hands! |
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Richard Allen New user 66 Posts |
Don't ever perform a routine without considering all possible failures first, and for each failure, have an out!
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Mike Robbins Elite user Anchorage, Alaska 447 Posts |
Leave them wanting more. Don't leave them wanting less.
Don't believe your own hype.
The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool.
Shakespeare |
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Niko Special user England 599 Posts |
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On 2004-07-09 18:49, Astinus wrote: Quote:
On 2004-07-09 19:49, Chris Berry wrote: Actually you don't get post counts when posting in the 'Food for Thought' forum. Also you SHOULD only perfom tricks you enjoy doing yourself, otherwise you won't show the enthusiasm to perform the trick and it won't turn out well. ONLY do tricks you enjoy performing, otherwise where's the fun in doing magic? -Niko
When you do something right, people won't be sure you've done anything at all.
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David Todd Inner circle 2328 Posts |
Don't refer to props by the magic catalog names:
"I have here a red silk..." "Now, watch as I take this little sponge ball and..." "Please note that this ordinary cardboard Temple Screen has nothing concealed on either side of it as I turn it around and around and around... You are getting sleepy..." How about instead of referring to the props by peculiar magical nomenclature, we try to not draw attention to the prop by simply referrring to it as what its normal function is? A "silk" = a handkerchief, or a scarf A "sponge ball" = a ball A "temple screen" = uh...what the heck is it anyway? OK, never mind about that one. Get rid of it. |
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bishthemagish Inner circle 6013 Posts |
Bugging or asking questions to a professional stage performer right before they are about to go on stage or before the show.
Glenn Bishop Cardician
Producer of the DVD Punch Deal Pro Publisher of Glenn Bishop's Ace Cutting And Block Transfer Triumphs |
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Peter Marucci Inner circle 5389 Posts |
Zack writes: "I'm looking for numerous examples of things not to do in magic . . ."
Well, pulling mouth coils from the mouth! (Sorry, I just couldn't resist! LOL!) |
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Reis O'Brien Inner circle Seattle, WA 2467 Posts |
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On 2004-07-10 05:15, Niko wrote: Yes you do. See? I just did it. |
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Kevin Ram Special user Travelling through Europe 791 Posts |
Yeah me too.
"Your the Italian stallion" As said by my g/friend
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Chrystal Inner circle Canada/France 1552 Posts |
Dark Rider mentioned using deoderant..puleeeze remember when you are in contact with people especially close up, to remember personal hygiene. Nothing turns off someone if your breath leaves your audience gasping and your nails are dirty - Urg!
Lemme see the other things on my pet peeve list..Assume things will go wrong as they sometimes will. [I borrowed that line from Murphey's Law] Especially sound systems if you are using the hotels or at the corporate event..check first, don't assume once you are on stage they will work. Always pack your case the night before and double check before you leave the house the next day. Don't always assume the traffic flows as it did the last time you travelled to that area - always allow extra time for bridges, roadwork, and possible accidents. Keep in mind that even if you have been in the business umpteenth years - things happen which may be out of your control and the only thing you can control is your ability to deal with it. When performing at a festival, civic event or large corporate function make sure you receive your check before you perform or make specific arrangements where you can pick it up. It's exhasperating when you are somewhere and there are thousands of people and you are trying to find "that fellow with your check". You may be rushed to get to another show or are really wiped from performing and don't want to be lugging your stuff around looking for someone. Make sure you always have business cards on hand as you never know when someone will request them for possible future bookings. Always be nice to everyone in the audience as you never know if the scruffy guy in the corner is really a booking agent for his city. :O) Be prepared for unexpected floods, snowstorms, flat tires, busted hoses, leaks and so forth as over time chances are it may happen to you someday. The one I follow most often is this: Never leave your case unattended - always lock it and never leave it in your car even if stopping in a restuarant - you can never replace the items immediately if they should be stolen. If flying always take whatever you can stuff in your carry on bag as you never know if the airline will accidently loose your luggage. At least you'd have something - which is better than nothing. :O) And there are my words of wisdom... Chrystal |
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Mike Wild Inner circle NY, PA, TX, MA, FL, NC 1290 Posts |
If you work from behind a bar, never endulge drunken bar wagers and challenges, or select an assistant that has had a few too many... actually, most good magic is lost on the inebriated, so monitor your customers intake closely, and adjust your audience focus accordingly. Baffling drunks is like shooting fish in barrels.
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MISTER E New user 46 Posts |
Never get romantically involved with your assistant(s).
Never go on stage without first checking that your fly is zipped. Never listen to magicians about your performance. Listen, instead, to your audience. -E |
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Alan Wheeler Inner circle Posting since 2002 with 2038 Posts |
Imitation may be good for learning, but to copy another performer publicly is wrong--unless he marketed his material--and, still, it's better to develop your own personal style and presentations, as only those will truly fit you...
alan
The views and comments expressed on this post may be mere speculation and are not necessarily the opinions, values, or beliefs of Alan Wheeler.
A BLENDED PATH Christian Reflections on Tarot Word Crimes Technology and Faith........Bad Religion |
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Alan Wheeler Inner circle Posting since 2002 with 2038 Posts |
PS is there any reward for having a high post count??
The views and comments expressed on this post may be mere speculation and are not necessarily the opinions, values, or beliefs of Alan Wheeler.
A BLENDED PATH Christian Reflections on Tarot Word Crimes Technology and Faith........Bad Religion |
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