Banquet Magician's Handbook by David Charvet - Book

Explore the business and performance considerations behind banquet and after-dinner magic with Banquet Magician’s Handbook by David Charvet. Written with contributions from a panel of experts, this book covers how to approach a market where banquets regularly need entertainment.

• Booking and clients: Learn about contracts, pre-contract questions, advertising, agents, and what clients look for in an act.
• Building your show: Consider choosing tricks and routines, theming effects, and using illusions for banquets.
• Preparing for the event: Topics include what to do before you arrive, the show site, and performing at the show.
• Creating the right atmosphere: Explore audience anticipation, lighting and sound, and types of banquets that use entertainment.
• Developing repeat work: Follow-up and repeat bookings are among the subjects covered.

Whether you are exploring banquet work or refining your approach to it, this handbook brings performance and booking topics together in one focused resource.