SleightfulTrying New Material. What A New Show Feels Like. Live Q and A
Steve Faulkner opens up about performing a new magic show, sharing the highs and lows of trying fresh material. He covers classic tricks like 'The Miser's Dream' (coins vanish and reappear in a bucket), 'Linking Rings' (solid rings magically link and unlink), and 'Cups and Balls' (balls vanish and reappear under cups). Steve talks about the nerves of performing new routines, the importance of rehearsal, and why embracing imperfections is key to growth. His advice? Commit to deadlines, let the magic shine, and learn from every show.
Tricks mentioned
Key points
Commit to deadlines to push yourself to try new material.
Rehearse thoroughly but expect imperfections in new performances.
Avoid overwriting scripts; let the magic speak for itself.
Review performances and seek feedback to improve.
Embrace discomfort and nerves as part of the growth process.
Flaws in performances are normal and can still lead to success.