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Good comments on kids....but also recognize that kids can greatly enhance the act, as they are very spontaneous and frequently can 'steal the show', which in most cases is a good thing....you never know what they might say or do...

I like the fact you guys let young ones post, of course with parental permission, but I think many getting them early is key! Kid see magic differently and as the grow to be adults, they never forget how they were AMAZED as kids....at least I did not!

Just in case this is coming across as harsh, I don't mean it to be. I just get excited about the subject and run with the ideas. ChristopherT....very well said, you have actually made me a bit curious....! At my age of 66....that is a bit scary, but you are never to old to learn!

I am not young by any measure! I have actually worked with a "Licensed Hypnotist" Coupled with a lifetime of observation and exposure to all types....I stand by what I say... Of course, I must also respect that you believe what you are saying. We must agree to disagree....actually I hope...

My belief regarding Hypnosis in what I call the 'traditional' sense, like when a magician brings someone up from the audience, quickly puts them into a hypnotic trance and get's them to do various things....etc. Is that it is stage-craft and magic with a gimmicks, the helper is in on the trick...

I do not earn money doing magic, I do it for fun and for my Grandkids and Family. In time I may go to children hospitals and places like that to entertain the kids, but not for money... I think performing magic, professionally is a very honorable career. That's why I follow all of you.... I...

Some of the best magic performances I have seen was done without any thing being said! Background music, hand and facial expressions communicated what was going to happen, what happened, and a key to surprise, laughter, or sadness if you lose something! Magic like most art forms allows for...

Most of us purposely never give a trick away! Even if it is an old classic known to most...

As a kid, 11 to 13 years old, I had been practicing magic for a few months and my best friend had a big brother in high school that was a very good magician (buy my standards at the time). I talked my friend into 'selling' me a trick I saw his brother perform that "Amazed" me. He wanted $5...

I really like the idea of CQI....my favorite opening question is "Do you believe in magic"! I look around the audience asking specific kids that question (maybe 2 or three). And as I ask, I am performing a rope trick.....or two. My magic is focused on Kids and Family.....

Kyle....you are always giving us newbies great ideas and information, but you really outdid yourself on this post....I had to copy this post and put it in my 'Magic Information' file for future reference! Thanks for taking time to let others learn from your experience.....

This seems like a simple question, but I do not think the answer is easy! First, what do you plan on doing in magic? (e.g., Become a full time professional, become a part time professional, Just do it for fun, etc.) What will your audience look like? (e.g. kids only, young adults, Elderly...

" I guess we disagree on actors/ magicians, etc. using their 'stage' to express their political opinions! I recognize that in our country they can say pretty much anything they want, that we agree on! But I believe they are not qualified to tell other what to think and as such they look...

P & T have demonstrated that they are extremely talented magicians. The fact that they have a TV show and appear in Vegas supports this opinion. Unfortunately, like many celebrities, they somehow think their skills in magic gives them the right and ability to preach political positions to...

Brett....how did the audience react? Sometimes, we do better then we thought....rethink what reactions you got, any comments, or what?

I work mostly with kids....I use rope tricks...'cut and restore rope' and "Professors Nightmare" usually get them going pretty well...

Brett, what a great opportunity....for them and you! Man lots of good comments and ideas here. Over the last 20 years my wife and I have spent many hours in care centers, resident assisted living set ups, nursing homes, etc.. Our parents, over the last 20 year spent time, prior to passing...

When I was a young kid, and just started really learning and practicing magic, I had a friend who's big brother was a very good magician. I saw him perform at our grade school and he did a trick that involved sticking a hat pin in a balloon, and it did not pop the balloon. I was amazed, I had...

Thanks to all who have commented so far! Many good ones for us to consider, will do at least 2 shows. I saw David Copperfield a few years ago and I was completely disappointed! He was lack luster at best. Seemed to be 'burned out'... I have watched P and T TV show 'Fool Me' or is it 'Fool...

I am planning a trip to Las Vegas in February. Lucky for me my wife loves magic shows. I looked at a website yesterday and was glad to see there are a lot of shows we can consider. I would like to hear from you all about what shows you would recommend.... All comments will be appreciated!