I recently performed a show in a hospitality suite for a company who was hosting an enjoyable evening following an exciting day on the trade show floor. The suite was a small room that only 10-25 people would visit at a time. My job was to keep everyone entertained and to make sure that everyone had a memorable experience. I did this by performing sleight of hand magic and a bit of mind reading, while mingling amongst the group.The very next day, I flew to catch a cruise ship in Juneau, … [Read more...]
Why Mind Reading?
Magic shows are always fun, at least if you’re working with a competent performer. Magic displays to people the impossible and can create great reactions and memories. At the end of the day, most of the audience will be saying to themselves, “I don’t know how he or she did it, but there’s got to be some kind of trick.”Mind reading and mentalism is different. How? Well, the difference between mind reading and magic is that people don’t try to figure out mind reading. On some level, many … [Read more...]
Travel Tips From a Road Warrior
My career as a corporate entertainer has allowed me to travel across most of the globe. As a magician, it is vital that the airlines do not lose my luggage. While I always travel with enough equipment in my carry-on bag to perform a make-shift show, it is always much better to arrive with all of my props, clothing and other necessities.The problems with luggage are many. First of all, your baggage ticket might somehow get accidentally ripped off of your bag during handling. I’ve had entire … [Read more...]