I offer a 30 minute clown and magic show followed by at least 30 minutes of twisting balloons. While I will perform for people outside the age group, performances for kids from 4 to 6 years of age seems to go over consistently well. I arrive dressed as Vanilla Swirl (though I don’t have to) the clown and perform the show on the same floor level and close to his audience. This format works well for birthday parties, children's libraries, elementary schools and similar audiences.
If I were pressed to try and explain why someone should use my services, it would be the 40 years of trial and error in relating and involving the kids in the presenting of the magic tricks. The best compliment that I remember ever receiving was that I never forgot what it’s like to be a kid. I try to be sensitive to the needs of the shy, starting with not using a fake nose or fake hair. That was what scared me as a child. I also use a calmer tone of voice and act a bit childlike in my playing with the audience. Meaning having things go wrong (but never at the expense of a child), crowding the close audience gently with my gestures, and (when it feels right) splashing a little water off my fingers onto the kids watching.
Here is a list of things that I do during my normal show; puppet announcer, mismade flag, professor’s nightmare, refilling bowl, sitting on an egg, 3-ball cascade juggling, plate spinning, make-believe flea circus.
Variations on this format are available upon request like performing out of make-up, spending more time handing out twisted balloons, and/or teaching workshops. Workshops include balloon twisting, basic, magic tricks, basic juggling, improvisation and clown ministry/sacred clowning.
So far I have performed in CT., NY., RI.,NY., and MA. Pete is available to perform on weekends and weekday mornings as I work second shift at a group home for people with disabilities. Working at the group home shows him how important inclusion is, both in life and as a performer.
If I were pressed to try and explain why someone should use my services, it would be the 40 years of trial and error in relating and involving the kids in the presenting of the magic tricks. The best compliment that I remember ever receiving was that I never forgot what it’s like to be a kid. I try to be sensitive to the needs of the shy, starting with not using a fake nose or fake hair. That was what scared me as a child. I also use a calmer tone of voice and act a bit childlike in my playing with the audience. Meaning having things go wrong (but never at the expense of a child), crowding the close audience gently with my gestures, and (when it feels right) splashing a little water off my fingers onto the kids watching.
Here is a list of things that I do during my normal show; puppet announcer, mismade flag, professor’s nightmare, refilling bowl, sitting on an egg, 3-ball cascade juggling, plate spinning, make-believe flea circus.
Variations on this format are available upon request like performing out of make-up, spending more time handing out twisted balloons, and/or teaching workshops. Workshops include balloon twisting, basic, magic tricks, basic juggling, improvisation and clown ministry/sacred clowning.
So far I have performed in CT., NY., RI.,NY., and MA. Pete is available to perform on weekends and weekday mornings as I work second shift at a group home for people with disabilities. Working at the group home shows him how important inclusion is, both in life and as a performer.
A special note to anyone living close to Brewster New York. I am interested in helping to generate business for The Dining Car, 401 Rail Road Avenue, Brewster NY. (845) 278-2112. Anyone considering using The Dining Car facility for their child's party and you'd like to use my services, I will give you a substantial break off of my services. This offer is subject to my availability.