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RobertApodaca Regular user Henderson, NV 151 Posts 
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Hi friends,
I used to perform regularly some years ago at University. Would like to start performing again, but I feel I no longer have my old venues. I now live in Las Vegas, what is the best approach to starting some volunteer gigs? What should I target? Hospitals? Nursing homes? |
bentpenny Loyal user 204 Posts
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Las Vegas, the magic capital! Perhaps try looking into local art events/festivals? These usually are looking for volunteers. You might be able to carve out a role as a magician rather than simply a greeter.
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Wravyn Inner circle 3531 Posts
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On Sep 11, 2022, bentpenny wrote: Actually, the magic capital is Colon Michigan, home of Abbott's Magic. |
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Mindpro Eternal Order 10615 Posts
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I was directed to this thread by someone via PM. In another forum, I have provided some information on just this topic - where to get initial performing experience and start performing. Many have found this helpful. If interested, check it out here: https://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/view......forum=41
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Zuzyak New user 18 Posts
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Hi, Robert,
I think the best way to find mentor who recommend you and help with program. It's good to perform volunteer gigs but better when you sincerely want to please people in a hospital or in a nursing home. If you don't have mentor just find any order for show for any money and you should show you magic every where street, bar, club, beach ect. for practice and new acquaintances. Good luck. |
1KJ Inner circle Warning: We will run out of new tricks in 4389 Posts
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Try reaching out to libraries and senior centers.
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jericho New user 26 Posts
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IMO, anywhere with kids. Kids LOVE magic if you are skilled at it. But they can spot any apprehension or nervousness pretty easy too. So I would recommend you practice a lot and get the rust off before doing a show.
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TomB Veteran user Michigan, USA 331 Posts
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Since you use to do universities, why not try that market again?
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YardbirdUniversity New user 1 Post
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Who do you love performing for? Older folks, young? Larger groups or small? Any particular effects you love? I suggest checking out various locations and while you are there looking at the patrons, honestly ask yourself "Would showing these people magic increase the value of their experience here?" If you can frame it as a free value-add for an establishment you can land volunteer gigs all day long. Let me know!!
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JDobbs New user 69 Posts
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On Sep 10, 2022, RobertApodaca wrote: Check with the local VA Hospital. I know they are always looking for volunteers for entertainment of Magicians, and typically has and Auditoriums so you can try stage, Drawing room, or close-up at most of the large VA Medical Centers. |
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TomB Veteran user Michigan, USA 331 Posts
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Id say try a trick or two at your local ibm or sam club. From there, depending on skill level, you may be asked to do more
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Posted: Sep 10, 2022 10:51 am 