Sleights, Camera, Action! - Strategies for Effective Television Magic Ebook
Unlock the secrets to a successful performance on television with our new book, Sleights, Camera, Action! - Strategies for Effective Television Magic.
Performing magic on television comes with its own set of unique challenges and demands, but with the right preparation, you can face these challenges with confidence. Michael Close has helped produce 164 hours of network television. In Sleights, Camera, Action: Strategies for Effective Television Magic, he shares invaluable insights gained from helping hundreds of magicians succeed in front of the camera.
This comprehensive ebook is your go-to guide for preparing to perform magic on TV, and will equip you with the tools you need. While the information offered applies to any TV appearance, the ebook focuses on local talk shows, the most common venue for many magicians.
What You'll Learn:
- How to prepare for television magic: Overcome the unique challenges TV presents through intelligent preparation.
- Understanding TV restrictions: Learn what works and what doesn't work on TV.
- Repertoire selection: Learn how to adapt your material for television.
- Behind-the-scenes insights: Learn to interact effectively with the people behind the cameras.
From prepping for your appearance to ensuring your magic shines on screen, Michael Close covers every aspect of television magic with clarity and expertise.
What's Inside:
- Introduction
- What Show? (Venue Matters)
- What Are You Selling? (Crafting Your TV Persona)
- Restrictions of Television Magic
- Choosing the Right Repertoire
- Due Diligence: Research & Preparation
- That Secret Something
- Behind the Scenes at the Studio
- Performing on Network TV
With your purchase, you'll receive two files for easy reading:
- A PDF for quick access on any device and printing.
- An eBook (EPUB file) optimized for tablets and e-readers.
Expert Praise:
“Mike has the intellectual and creative agility, and the patience, to translate his many decades of unique magic experience onto a contemporary canvas. No one comes away from a session with Mike any other than better for it.” – From the Foreword by Lincoln Hiatt, Executive Producer, Penn & Teller: Fool Us
“If there are more seasons of FU (we are the number-one show on the network), I will make this book required reading for everyone coming on. Don’t do your first or another TV spot without reading this book.” – From the Foreword by Penn Jillette
With Sleights, Camera, Action, you'll be fully equipped to deliver a polished, professional magic performance on television. Prepare, perform, and amaze with confidence!
Don’t miss your chance to learn from one of the most experienced TV magic consultants in the industry. Download your copy today and get ready for the spotlight!
