Just a few pics from a gig yesterday for a Realty Company in town. Focus on your spectators and allow them to experience the magic; however you also must allow yourself to enjoy their company and in turn have fun.
Don't forget to have FUN!
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So true!
Nothing kills a performance like being able to see the performer is bored or not wanting to be there. Even if the technical skills aren't there (Which I am not saying that's the case with you, just a general statement) if the performer is having fun and able to engage the audience with that, they'll walk away happy. Audiences will always remember how you make them feel.
Good job, Rick!
Nothing kills a performance like being able to see the performer is bored or not wanting to be there. Even if the technical skills aren't there (Which I am not saying that's the case with you, just a general statement) if the performer is having fun and able to engage the audience with that, they'll walk away happy. Audiences will always remember how you make them feel.
Good job, Rick!
Thanks Chris! Yes, that's exactly what I mean. If you have made them smile, laugh, gasp, ponder, and simply enjoy their time with you...then you have done your job. It's not necessarily all about "fooling" or tricking them or showing them your card handling skills. Also, if you don't think audiences can sense you are just "going through the motions" and your mind and soul are elsewhere... you are mistaken.
One of the more humbling moments of my career came after a trusted friend watched my show. He asked, "You've been doing xyz routine a long time, haven't you? Performed it a lot?" "Yeah, it's been in almost every show for 6 years." "I can tell."
Dang, man. That hurt. But it kicked me in the butt and reminded me to make it like the first time, every time.
Dang, man. That hurt. But it kicked me in the butt and reminded me to make it like the first time, every time.
Thanks for sharing Rick! Looks like you are having an awesome time and your audience is enjoying it too.
Thanks Flip. My wife took them. It's always a good idea to have someone snapping pics for your FB page or website to go along with testimonials.
