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I +1 this. But all the resources and advice listed here are fantastic.

I'm picking one of these up soon, but still trying to decide which one to get first. I'm leaning to #2.

I wonder if something like velocity 2.0 would work well for your show. It's a bit more than your range, but could play very well. And depending on how much you get for your shows, it could pay for itself quickly. Bob has some other fantastic routines up on his site. I would check it out.

I didn’t mean to correct, just clarify. I appreciated the touch of nostalgia. :-)

That would be General Pepper. :)

There are a few topics recently packed with great advice (perhaps search the forums for Jamie D Grant). I also talked about it a little in a recent thread : http://forums.theory11.com/showthread.php?35509-My-New-Years-Eve-Show-(In-detail!) As a general rule of thumb, working in restaurants and...

Well done gents. I'm always so amazed at how creative you guys are.

You need to charge what you're worth. If you feel based on your market and your experience that $50/hour is accurate, then don't go for less. And William has a great idea by offering him some options. It helps him feel like he is in control, and has some flexibility without compromising price. I...

I just got a really nice email from the bride, commenting how much they enjoyed the show and are still trying to figure out how "the colouring one could have happened". A very flattering and peasant surprise. Now my ego is overinflated.

Great advice. Whatever you charge, make sure you deliver. It would probably be most helpful to go to a local magic club meeting and ask what others with your level of experience/skill are charging. If you charge $200/hour for your walk around, then make sure that your magic is going to...

Great idea! It would be a nice way to change up the cups and balls.

No, I don't really do kids shows. I have a 30 minute show that I've used in the past, but I don't have what it takes to do kid shows well. David Kaye has some great resources. Taught me a lot about playing for kids.

Fantastic. Great Job. And good job dressing for the part. You look professional, and that's important. You are on your way indeed. And Rick was right about your pictures - excellent. It's been a while since I've seen a kids show. Those pictures make me want to see yours!

I just edited the original to be a bit more clear. :)

ha ha, sorry I wasn't clear, the $100 was an extra tip they threw my way the next day after they enjoyed the show. The original agreement was for more. The tip came as a surprise. Sorry I didn't proof read it after. Thanks for the comments, they are much appreciated. Rick I love twisted...

Wedding Show on New Year's Eve So I know I don't post about my gigs very often, but I thought I'd share about my most recent one, as I put into practice a lot of lessons I've learned this last year, and the results paid off. Because most probably don't know my background, I started doing magic...

Good question. I second this.

Thanks for sharing your performance. Great job.

I didn't vote, because my definition for success for myself is meeting the goals I set for myself. two years ago it was to refine my corporate show. This last year it was to double my income. My success comes from meeting the goals I set for myself. This new year it is to fully script a new...

Just a thought, that you could use either of Jeff Kaylor's gimmicks if you own them to ditch (and load) your 'gimmicked' cards. That may help you use the same deck the entire show.