You might dazzle your mates with a cheeky card trick, but can you charm clients and adapt your act for every occasion? In this one-of-a-kind guide, seasoned magician Magnus spills the beans on how to navigate the magical career maze. His well-tested secrets will transform you—abracadabra—into a successful performer.
Magnus is your go-to mate for honing the persistence and charisma necessary for a career in close-up magic. He'll help you craft that killer pitch for potential gigs and give you the lowdown on promoting your act like a pro. You'll discover the tricks that pack a punch—those reliable crowd-pleasers that work in just about any setting—and the best ways to practise them so you don’t fluff your big moment. Plus, his tips on developing essential performance skills, playing nice with your fellow performers, and handling hecklers will save you a world of hassle and grease the wheels of your magical journey.
This Dover edition, first published in 2019, is a revamped and updated version of Blood, Sweat, and Pinky Breaks: A Practical Guide to Making a Living with Close-up Magic, which Magnus originally self-published in 1999. This edition comes with a spiffy new preface, introduction, and other chapters to keep things fresh.
