When we say “fear of performing in front of others” we are actually saying the we fear BEING JUDGED by others. For many of us, negative judgment from others is devastating. We just can’t handle it.
Just in case you have not heard, one of the greatest entertainers is back and performing nightly at the Shimmer Cabernet at the Hilton in Las Vegas. She electrifies the audience with her “vocal cords” that contain an opera from within her voice at all times. She simply has a range like no other singer in Vegas today.
Puccini’s opera “Madame Butterfly” tells the story of an American captain by the name of Pinkerton, whose travels take him to Japan where he accepts a teenage Japanese girl; going by the name of Madame Butterfly in an arranged marriage. This being very common in Japan at the time for such marriages to take place which Pinkerton accepts though does not really understand or care to know what such a union truly involves and what it might mean to the young girl in question. The young girl for her part, who is referred to as Madame Butterfly accepts…
Without the right moves, gestures, facial expressions and stage presence the singer is nowhere as a performer. The vocal quality, range, vibrato, etc are, of course important, but having a good voice will not get the response you want, unless you just don’t care what others think. Let’s talk about THE ROBOT SYNDROME.
One of the questions I am frequently asked at my Show Biz U events is this one: ‘What should I put on my demo reel?’ Here’s the short answer: The only thing you should put on your demo reel is acting work (on film or tape) that you’ve been paid to do. The biggest mistake I’ve seen being made, with regard to demo reels, is the inclusion of work under the AWFF contract.
People often tend to ask and are curious to know about the best Broadway Shows for their children. Going to a theater in Broadway is absolutely a thrilling and exciting experience for children and is priceless. The right type of story can quite often have a very positive effect on the kids in their future years as they grow up. Whether your child becomes an actor, director/producer on the future, plays like the Wizard of Oz helps in enhancing their creativity and power of imagination, it will definitely be very useful for them.
It’s best to start with close-up magic. What is amazing about close-up magic is that it happens so close to you, sometimes while you are holding the props! This is magic you can not only see but feel and touch. This intimacy is what makes it so different from other types of magic.
At some point in their career, most stage actors want to make the switch to film. Read on to learn what to expect as you attempt to transition from theatre to the big screen!
Magic is one of the best hobbies. Here’s how to get started in this fascinating art.
You have an upcoming event and you want to hire a live entertainer to make your evening a success. If you have chosen to hire a comedian, you have chosen wisely. Comedians can be very professional, funny and entertaining.