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lochmann4522 New user 50 Posts	Posted: Nov 30, 2018 06:52 am 1 Fivew card box by Bill Abbott https://billabbottmagic.com/products/5-card-box-1
Brent McLeod Inner circle 1793 Posts	Posted: Dec 25, 2018 06:13 am 0 Quote: On Jan 9, 2009, nathanallen wrote: Huh. Ketchup bottle pseudo vanishes? Right at the top of the show? I don't know if showing a lack of skill ("I'm trying to fool you with this vanishing bottle, I really am...") - before you've shown them any real skill - is such a good idea... Unless you're working for some very seriously patient crowds. Jump out there, let 'em know that you CAN do something, get used to each others' personalities, have fun, blow 'em away... And then later, only AFTER you've established that you know what you're talking about, do a "trick gone wrong" or "really bad bottle vanish". It'll probably have more impact later, and you won't run the risk of losing the crowd only 10 seconds into your act. Same with the bandanna... It's a funny routine, yes, but I think it may be a bit too slow of a start to open a show with. Plus, those first few minutes are VERY important for developing a rapport with the people, and I'm not sure somebody else's recorded voice is really the best way to do that. Just my opinion and my experience. But I'm a pretty young guy, so I could be totally wrong. Agree with above comments..Bandanna is not an opener,way to slow First few minutes on stage are crucial,. I work & perform the corporate market only and you have only a small time frame to win over the audience..you may look at a quick music backing effect to open then build comedy with your rapport on the mic once you have done this. I open some shows with a 60 sec music backing & do 2 effects that are very funny and work well through trial & error over hundreds of shows then have a good opening set I talk to the audience with more comedy then go intpo a longer routine... Professional Corporate Magician http://brentmcleodmagic.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Pt3US6wKpY&list=LL&index=3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vToeLymxmTA
imgic Inner circle Moved back to Midwest to see 1349 Posts	Posted: Dec 25, 2018 01:31 pm 0 The Silent Treatment by Jon Allen "Imagination is more important than knowledge."
Neznarf Inner circle NY then AZ now 1840 Posts	Posted: Apr 5, 2019 04:05 pm 0 From what I've read and have seen: You are supposed to talk to the audience and get them to like you. I talk and tell three jokes at the beginning of my show. "Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass...it's about learning how to dance in the rain."
gallagher Inner circle 1173 Posts	Posted: Apr 11, 2019 01:32 pm 2 Neznarf, after reading your last Post, it struck me: wouldn't THAT be a funny opener(!). "From what I've read and have seen: You are supposed to talk to the audience and get them to like you." ...then stand there. ....a nice loooong pregnant pause. "Now that things are warmed up...." It's probably just ME,.. but, the thought of it all,.. cracked me up! smiles, gallagher
Nem New user Florida 59 Posts	Posted: Apr 11, 2019 09:56 pm 1 I love to open with a quick talk to get acquainted then right into fire wallet routine that blends to a money trick. They sit up and pay attention and it's great for a laugh. I think it is important to get your audience a little excited at the beginning, and wondering what your going to do next.
imgic Inner circle Moved back to Midwest to see 1349 Posts	Posted: Apr 12, 2019 04:30 pm 0 Quote: On Apr 11, 2019, gallagher wrote: Neznarf, after reading your last Post, it struck me: wouldn't THAT be a funny opener(!). "From what I've read and have seen: You are supposed to talk to the audience and get them to like you." ...then stand there. ....a nice loooong pregnant pause. "Now that things are warmed up...." It's probably just ME,.. but, the thought of it all,.. cracked me up! smiles, gallagher Not just you. I think that would be hilarious as well "Imagination is more important than knowledge."
Wravyn Inner circle 3546 Posts	Posted: Apr 12, 2019 07:52 pm 0 Quote: On Apr 11, 2019, gallagher wrote: ....a nice loooong pregnant pause. I don't know... Isn't nine months a little tooooooo long to stand there?
charliemartin Special user Rapid City, SD 780 Posts	Posted: Jan 24, 2020 08:54 pm 0 Eye Dropper by Scott Alexander and Steve Spill. It's quick and no words are necessary.
rodrigez New user 75 Posts	Posted: Mar 22, 2020 03:38 pm 0 Quote: On Apr 11, 2019, gallagher wrote: Neznarf, after reading your last Post, it struck me: wouldn't THAT be a funny opener(!). "From what I've read and have seen: You are supposed to talk to the audience and get them to like you." ...then stand there. ....a nice loooong pregnant pause. "Now that things are warmed up...." It's probably just ME,.. but, the thought of it all,.. cracked me up! smiles, gallagher +1