| This chapter is about building and performing your first show. We will consider the |
| four basic kinds of magic venues. |
| Let's discuss the stand-up venue first. The philosophy here is that the show consists of |
| a series of prop tricks. The performer enters the performance area and does one trick |
| after another. There is no connection between the tricks. In the overall flow, the |
| performer does a trick, the audience applauds that trick, the performer accepts |
| applause, puts the props for that trick away, and picks up the next trick. This goes on |
| The show does have an overall structure. The first trick should be short and snappy. It |
| demonstrates to the audience that you are a magician. The second trick should be a bit |
| slower. It should develop a connection between you and the audience. The final trick |
| should be large and flashy. The final trick should put a note of finality to the entire act. |
| The main part of the show consists of a variety of magic. There should be short effects |
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