Clowning is fun.
Magic is fun.
Putting the two together
doubles the fun and enjoyment.
In this book you will learn
how to effectively combine the humor and funny antics of clowning with
the thrill and enchantment of magic.
This is not simply a book
about clowning, nor is it just a book of comedy magic tricks. It is a
guide on how to be entertainingly funny using magical effects and
offbeat stunts in a clownish way.
All of the tricks and gimmicks
described in this book are very simple to perform and can be learned in
a few minutes. Most require absolutely no manipulative or
slight-of-hand skill. The entertainment comes from the way the tricks
are presented and not from the tricks themselves.
Subjects covered include: how
to mix clowning and magic, creating laughter, working with children,
comedy warm-ups, audience participation techniques, magical fun with
kids, covering mistakes, clown stunts, silly close-up gags, running
gags, walking around clowning, birthday party stunts, clown magic on
stage, and more. The book is loaded with hundreds of tried and tested
comedy effects with dozens of complete clown magic skits and routines.
David Ginn is an award-winning
magician and children’s entertainer. Millions of people throughout the
world have enjoyed his brand of fun and humor in performances on stage
and television. A popular lecturer and author, he has written and
produced over 50 books, tapes and videos on magic and comedy.
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