KEH057: A Comedy Magician Talks Listening to Audiences, Mentoring, and More
A Comedy Magician Talks Listening to Audiences, Mentoring, and More
Out from our Vault of Wisdom this week is a talk with the incredible and hilarious Michael Finney. In our chat, he generously shares a wealth of stories and knowledge on how to listen to audiences, where to find (and why find) mentors, and what routines he does for his kids and family acts.Click play and be ready for a delightful interview.
In this episode we discuss:
- The importance of listening to the audience when performing
- Michael’s routines for children and family audiences
- Engaging children
- The importance of having—and being—mentors (and where to find them)
- The “shelf life” for magicians
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Kids Entertainers Facebook Group
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