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by **pcwells** » Jul 6th, '11, 10:51

Hi all!

I need to make a strong impression in a very short space of time at an upcoming meeting/interview/audition.

Most of my repertoire is relaxed and chatty.

I need something eye-popping, super-visual and snappy.

For the first time in ages, I'm tempted to buy something gimmicky off the shelf of my nearest online store, but need recommendations.

Any suggestions? Close-up and stand-up effects are welcome!

Cheers,

Pete

by **Beardy** » Jul 6th, '11, 11:33

Collared is absolutely fantastic

by **pcwells** » Jul 6th, '11, 11:38

It's a nice routine, but I trust you jest.

I was thinking more along the line of a 'hi, how ya doing? BOOM! IN YOUR FACE!' kind of thing.

Pete

by **grant_m23** » Jul 6th, '11, 11:45

... BUNCH of flowers.

by **Waldorfcartoons** » Jul 6th, '11, 11:53

Appearing cane

by **Lawrence** » Jul 6th, '11, 12:09

Flash production of a contact ball....

You can see where I'm going with this

by **grant_m23** » Jul 6th, '11, 13:15

Extreme Burn 2.0

by **pcwells** » Jul 6th, '11, 13:49

Thanks for the suggestions so far!

Good call on Extreme Burn! That's exactly the kind of thing I'm after on the close-up side.

My style doesn't suit canes, unfortunately. But it's that kind of instant ta-dah that I'm after.

Pete

by **Johnny Wizz** » Jul 6th, '11, 16:57

ID? It always works as an ice breaker when I need one, it can be played long or short and always gets a great reaction

by **Pickman** » Jul 6th, '11, 16:57

What about the burning business card 'Hot Leads' by Jim Pace? It's not a routine in itself but it's an introduction they'll never forget! And you can follow that up with something visual and snappy.

Just make sure they don't have over-sensitive fire alarms or sprinkler systems where you perform!

by **The_Monsoon** » Jul 6th, '11, 20:28

A very quick Freedom Pack, 100 Dollar Bill switch. They aren't too complicated, but that's all I know in terms of quick and snappy...

by **pcwells** » Jul 6th, '11, 21:01

Just Googled 'Freedom Pack', and it looks like a very versatile kicker for any card routine.

CUPS strikes again!

Thank you!

Pete

by **The_Monsoon** » Jul 6th, '11, 21:31

Glad to be of help!

With regards to Freedom Pack, I wouldn't be happy doing it surrounded, but for the kind of thing you're talking about I'd say it'll do well.

by **V.E. Day** » Jul 8th, '11, 02:42

Porn mag from dove pan.

by **Yano** » Jul 8th, '11, 10:14

If you have like one and a half minutes i'd say chop cup routine with 2 lemons in the end.

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