Grand Illusion Shows – Requirements
STAGE
For audiences of 50 people or more, a stage 60-90cms high, with steps for the audience volunteers to use, is essential. If there is a band, Tim will perform in front of them but needs totally clear space of 4m deep x6m wide MINIMUM.
DANCEFLOOR
If you have a dancefloor between the stage and the audience, Tim can’t interact with them. Either:
1: Move the dancefloor to another part of the room.
2: Place a portable stage on the dancefloor, which is then removed after the show for dancing.
3: Bring guests up to sit “theatre-style” on chairs placed on the dancefloor immediately before the show
AUDIO SYSTEM
For the Illusion Show, you need to provide speakers and an amplifier beside the stage. Tim will plug his iPod and Countryman/Shure Headset Microphone into it.
LIGHTING
We always say “the more lights the better”. Stage lighting is essential so the magic can be seen, and a “followspot” light will enable everyone to see the show.
AV OPERATOR
If you have a person in charge of your audio/visual, they can call us to double check everything is perfect. If you don’t have an audio/visual supplier, we can arrange a sound system, lighting and an operator. Expect to pay $400-$800 for a basic system.
DRESSING ROOM
For the Ilusion Show it is best if there is a private room (not a toilet!) that Tim and his assistant can change and prepare their equipment in. Ideally this should be as close as possible to the stage as they use it during the show to change costumes.
INTRODUCTION
If you have a compere for your event, all they need to do is to give the audience a 5 minute warning that the show is about to start. We do the rest.
Alternately, you may prefer to have your compere use this introduction.
ANGLE-PROOF
The magic Tim performs is state-of-the-art and can be viewed from any angle. However, the show itself is best viewed from the front.
BAD TABLES
If you have any guests seated at tables beside or behind the stage, they’ll see Tim’s back for most of the show.
DECORATIONS
Large table decorations make it hard for some members of the audience to see the show. You can have the waiters remove them immediately before showtime.
SHOWTIME
The best time to schedule Tim’s performance is once main course has been completely cleared. Your guests will be comfortable and ready to be entertained.
WAITERS
Make sure the waiters clear the tables and top up everybody’s drinks, that way they will not need to walk around during the show. This can be very distracting for your guests.
