Become a successfull magician

Should you become an amateur or professional magician? Do you need an agent? The business side of magic shows: Microphones and other sound equipment The business side of magic shows: Promotional materials Phone calls Brochures/Flyers/Cards The business side of magic shows: The media and advertising Tri-media Print TV Radio New media Websites The business side of magic shows: Liability insurance The business side of magic shows: Finding your gigs The business side of magic shows: What about costumes & makeup? Should you have an assistant? Learning the tricks: Buy or make your props Learning the tricks: Handkerchief Tricks Tips on Performing Handkerchief Tricks The Box Trick Learning the tricks: Paper Tricks Learning the tricks: Rope Tricks Learning the tricks: Other Miscellaneous Tricks