A lot of things can go wrong with live entertainment. Nobody wants an unfunny comedian, a magician whose tricks go wrong, or a motivational speaker who puts the audience to sleep! If your guests are ignoring the on-stage entertainment to chat with their co-workers, then you don’t have entertainment… you have background noise. The most …
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So… you’ve planning an employee or client event, and you want to go beyond the usual entertainment options. You’re looking for something dynamic, engaging, and maybe a little unusual. It needs to be clean (no dirty jokes and never offensive), and you want the entertainment to appeal to a wide range of ages and backgrounds. …
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Last week I received a call from a client. They were planning to exhibit at a trade show they’d never attended before, and wanted my advice on which booth location to select for the show. As an experienced trade show magician, I’ve performed at over 100 trade shows for major companies such as Dell, SoFi, …
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Historically, women have often shied away from practicing magic… at least publicly. Mere rumors of witchcraft and sorcery were enough to get them shunned, or worse! Even in the early 20th century, it wasn’t particularly safe for women to travel the country on their own, as many professional magicians did. Today, the magic field continues …
If you want to find the best magic on YouTube, just type “Penn & Teller Fool Us” and hit play. Mischief managed. But if you want to find the best mentalism on YouTube… that’s going to be much harder! While magic has been on television for decades (think David Copperfield, David Blaine, Criss Angel, etc.), …
Trade show giveaways (aka freebies and swag) branded with the company logo and contact information can be effective advertising—but ONLY if the attendee uses them! Pens, keychains, stress-relief balls, or lip balms are… fine, but lots of companies have those on hand. To outshine your competitors / put a smile on your prospects’ faces / …
A hundred years ago, the only way to see live magic was when a traveling stage show burst into town. While the entertainment was thrilling, the spectacle vanished in a blink: off to the next city. Today, magic fans have it much easier! There are lots of magic theaters across the US that host different …
Where to See LIVE Magic Shows Across the USA in 2023 Read More »
***UPDATED FOR 2023*** Back in the 1980’s, casino mogul Steve Wynn discovered two German magicians named Siegfried & Roy, and hired them to perform at his brand new casino, the Mirage. The pair of magicians (and their beautiful white tigers) were a massive hit, and a Magic Mecca was born! Today there are literally dozens …
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As you can see by this picture, I’ve performed at countless conventions and conferences over the years, and I’ve learned ALL the Do’s and Don’ts to make the most of the convention experience. Whether you’re new to conferences, or could simply use a refresher, I’ve got your back. Check out this list of 8 easy …
8 Expert Tips for Attending a Conference in 2023 (Including 1 You’ll Never Guess) Read More »
It’s the big night, and you have a large audience in the ballroom. It might be a company event, a fundraiser, or a banquet. Awards have been given out, VIP guests have been recognized, and dinner is over. The boss makes a short speech. Now it’s time for the after-dinner entertainment. How do you make …
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As a full-time professional magician, I’ve performed at A LOT of Halloween parties. Whether your party is for adults OR kids, here’s some valuable tips I’ve picked up over the years that will guarantee a great time for all. 8 Great Halloween Party Tips Send Physical AND Electronic Invites You’d be surprised how often emails …
Way back in 2010, when I had only been a full-time professional magician for a few years, I spent six weeks performing nightly shows at an amazing magic venue in Boise, Idaho. It was an amazing experience! The venue was called Mystique, and it was one of the top magic venues in the world. It …
