Romhany, Paul: The Real Deal - Survival Guide for Magicians
©2012 Paul Romany, Keystone Entertainment Ltd, NZ
Softcover, perfect-bound, 6x9", 452 pages
ISBN: 978-1477609613 Paul
Romhany: The Real Deal
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Comments: Huge collection of hints and tips for the performing magician, including contributions from many magicians.
Contents (from book ToC)
13 Foreword
21 Introduction
25 A Few Stories From The Road And Sea
26 On The Road At Twenty
28 Ricki Dunn's Advice
29 Be Prepared
30 Contact Lenses
31 The Trusty Thumb Tip
32 Passports And Visa
34 The Commando Act
38 Short Contracts
39 The China Gig
41 The Amway Crowd
42 A Funny Story
43 An Act Or A Show Whats The Difference?
45 Television Stories
49 Great Advice
50 Microphone Stories
51 Clean Shoes
52 Don’t Take Anything For Granted
54 Travel Tips
55 Packing For The Cruise Gig
60 General Travel Tips
63 Top Apps For Travel
68 Two Must Have Apps
69 Using Your Mobile Device Overseas
73 My Perfect Performing Case
75 General Performing Tips For Beginners
79 Flying Tips
80 Tips For Avoiding Jet Lag
80 Advance Seat Assignment
81 Advance Attention To Safety
81 Advice For Traveling Alone
82 Air Quality
83 Air Sickness
84 Airplane Temperature
84 Aisle Seat Or Not?
84 Allow For Delays Between Flights
85 A Use For Bookmarks
85 Collect Air Points
85 Avoid Headaches And Ear Blockages
86 Avoid Liquid Shampoo And Laundry Detergent
86 Avoid Stiff Muscles
86 Backpack Essentials
87 Baggage Care And Attention
87 Bring Your Own Headphones
87 Budget Water Sense
88 Butter Too Cold?
88 Chamomile For Jitters
88 Chapped Lips?
89 Check In For Your Flight Online
89 Choosing The Right Luggage
90 Cut Out The Middleman And Contact The Airline Top Brass
90 Deep Vein Thrombosis On Long Haul Flights
91 Do Not Delay! If You Lose Your Ticket Report It Immediately
92 Dress Presentably For Upgrades
92 Essentials For Carry On
93 Evian Spray
93 Fear Of Flying?
95 Food On The Plane
96 Free Luggage Labels To The Rescue
96 Getting The Meal You Want
97 Ginger For Motion Sickness
97 Help Your Bags Arrive With You
97 How To Get Some Sleep On Your Flight
98 Identify Your Bags As Fragile
98 Jet Lag Rule: One Hour Equals One Day
98 Keep Track Of Your Luggage With A Wireless Luggage Finder
99 Miscellaneous Tips For Air Travel
99 Moderation Is The Key
99 Noise Cancelling Headphones
100 Prevent Lost Luggage
100 Protect Your Film
100 Protect Your Purse Or Bag
101 Remove Your Shoes
101 Safety Of Airline Water
101 Several Packing Tips To Make Your Flights Easier
102 Tips For Contact Lens Wearers
102 Travel Mistakes To Avoid
104 Helpful Tips For The Magician
105 How To Become A Better Performer
106 Making More Money From Magic
107 Never Stop Learning
108 When You're Using A Microphone
109 Do A Sound Check
110 Know How The Microphone Works
111 The Lavaliere Mike
112 Clip Rig Set Up
113 The Lectern Mike: Position Yourself Properly
113 Stand With Good Posture
114 Don't Crowd The Mike
115 A Guide To Buying A PA System
118 Portable Sound System For Performers
123 When You're Performing Your Voice Can Be Your Most Important Tool
125 You Can Control Your Fear Of Performing In Public
130 Keep Your Audience's Attention
133 Stage Etiquette
140 Theatre Terms You Should Know
143 Lighting Terms
147 Check Out The Room Before You Perform
152 Maintain You Health While On The Road
155 How To Exercise While Traveling In A Vehicle
157 Tips For Touring Your Own Show
160 More Touring Tips
162 The Checklist
165 Facing The Hostile Audience
168 Promotional Tips
169 Tips For Better Business Cards
172 Tips On Self Promotion
189 How To Use Your Website To Get Work
197 Social Media Tips For Performers
204 Tips For Radio Interview
208 Tips And Stories From Friends
209 David Seebach
219 Jon Allen
223 Matthew Fallon
226 Adrian Saw
229 Bev Bergeron
244 Vince Haines
252 Shawn Farquhar
254 Peter Mennie
257 Dennis Michael
259 Don Campbell
260 Ray Lum
261 Lon Mandrake
263 Jon Kaplan
265 Eugene Lim
266 Jack Poulter
271 Bill Bishop
273 Mike Super
277 Glen Foster
279 Randy Charach
280 Paul Long
281 Geoff Williams
287 Chris Cox
289 Steve Warburton
290 Jamie Bentley
292 Dr P Magic
294 Ben Robinson
301 Christopher Berry
304 Jim Kleefield
306 Cris Johnson
320 David J Greene
323 David J Greene
325 Tc Tahoe
327 John Fitzsimmons
335 Kyle Peron
340 Tim Scarbrough
341 Joe Leo
343 Richard Webster
345 Alan Watson
347 Michael James
348 Samuel Lamerson
349 Peter Mennie
354 Michael Grandinetti
361 Wayne Rogers
371 James M Ridner
373 Peter Loughran
378 Nie Key Fynn
380 Danny Archer
386 Carl Andrews
387 Eric Buss
431 Nick Lewin
436 Keith Fields
443 George F Ledo
450 Diamond Jim Tyler
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Read It |
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Location |
Magic Library (Home) |
Condition |
Very Fine |
Owner |
Bryan-Keith Taylor |
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