Hey, Looking for Feedback on How to Improve

I'm not sure how to do the second trick, but on the first one, I think you could've had a bit more hand movement. Still, both were really good! 😃

Hey David! @danuvil34

Here's my analysis (I come from a background in music and street theater).

First off, congratulations on daring to perform magic in public. That's the ultimate goal: to surprise people and bring some smiles to their faces. Taking that leap is probably the most important thing of all.

I've got a few pointers that might help you with future performances:

1. If you're using a microphone, ask them to get you a mic stand so the presenter doesn't have to hold it, haha! I think that'll give you more freedom of movement and you won't be dependent on someone else.

2. In the first video with the Changing Dot, I noticed something like a transparent thread hanging. What exactly is that? It seems like an element that's more distracting than helpful and could draw the audience's attention.

3. Regarding your patter: I really like it when you ask, "How many dots do you see here? And on the other one?" because people expect to see 6, and then 8 appear. Amazement guaranteed. You really engage the audience.

Using that same approach, you could, in the first part of the effect, ask them: "Do you want me to tell you the secret to this trick?" thereby increasing the audience's desire and interest.

When you introduce the card, you could add another element to the story, for instance, say it's a special card you receive when you become a magician, and it has some curious features you're about to demonstrate (this is just a simple example).

4. And to top it off: work on a solid exit without just disappearing. It could have a touch of humor: "Well, you've seen I can duplicate things, so if you want me to duplicate your money, we can talk privately"...

Regarding the second video and effect (the prediction):

1. Same microphone issue, easily solved with a mic stand.

2. For the page selection, I'd bring the spectator on stage so everyone can see what's happening. Otherwise, a lot of people miss what you're doing, and it can create distrust.

3. You need to justify the appearance of the candle that's going to burn the slip of paper in your patter. Something like, "When I mess up a prediction, the best thing to do is pretend nothing happened, and what better way than a little fire to make it disappear!"

4. And for the final climax, build more suspense and mystery. Don't rush into revealing what's under the red handkerchief. Look at it first, then look at the audience, speak slowly, allow for moments of silence... etc.

I hope this helps, David!

Congrats on sharing your magic.

If you need anything else, just let us know.

All the best!