Hey
I'm really starting to get into magic and would love to volunteer at the local hospital, hospice, nursing home etc to do a couple of "shows". The only problem is that I don't really know where and how to start.
I'm reasonably accomplished in card magic, but I don't know if that's really the best place to start when performing for younger kids and elderly people... Would you guys have any suggestions?
I'm gradually learning a cups and balls routine, but was wondering if there's anything else that would help with this sort of thing? Sponge balls, silks, maybe that sort of stuff?
Also, as I'm 17 and not a very clown-like figure like most of the entertainers in my area, would I need to work on being overly bright, cheery and funny? Or can a "proper" magician in a formal outfit work in these environments?
Thanks in advance
I'm really starting to get into magic and would love to volunteer at the local hospital, hospice, nursing home etc to do a couple of "shows". The only problem is that I don't really know where and how to start.
I'm reasonably accomplished in card magic, but I don't know if that's really the best place to start when performing for younger kids and elderly people... Would you guys have any suggestions?
I'm gradually learning a cups and balls routine, but was wondering if there's anything else that would help with this sort of thing? Sponge balls, silks, maybe that sort of stuff?
Also, as I'm 17 and not a very clown-like figure like most of the entertainers in my area, would I need to work on being overly bright, cheery and funny? Or can a "proper" magician in a formal outfit work in these environments?
Thanks in advance