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Reis O'Brien Inner circle Seattle, WA 2467 Posts |
Well, I recently worked a local street fair, doing walk-around cards and coins. Then that evening, I tried out my first escape for a pretty big crowd over by the carnival area. Two sets of cuffs, set of leg irons on my forarms and a set of thumbcuffs, all behind my back. Got out in about 5 minutes. I know, not great, but I'm new at this. The thing is, the crowd when looney for it! I didn't expect such a reaction!
Why do you think people love watching escapes so much? IS there some psychological catharsis for them when they're seeing this? And if they liked what I did, how can I take to the next level? Just some thoughts... |
James Peters Veteran user Romford, UK 385 Posts |
Wow! Congratulation!!
There's something people find fascinating about escapes ... some of it is they want to see you fail, and some of it is genuine interest! And it never fails to draw a nice crowd. Best of luck, James. |
AJP807 Special user New York City 559 Posts |
Hey Dice way to go! If you want to expand the act you might want to try a simple rope escape routine with some audience participation. These can be very entertaining, as well as economical to purchase. You also might try a different setup with what you have. Try putting the leg shakles on your legs and then connect them in front to the handcuffs with several feet of chain and a padlock. Unfortunately this cannot be a full view escape unless you perform it as a picking demontration. Seth Howard also has a book coming out soon on thumbcuff routines. You could perform with those seperately as well. And if you want to make the investment there's no crowd pleaser like a full view strait jacket escape. The problem here in New York is that every other street magician and their brother is performing it, so I generally do not if I'm doing a street performance. If that's the case in Chicago then you may want to steer clear a bit too unless you have a different slant on it. There's always some chain and padlock escapes too which can also be fairly inexpensive to buy. Just a few ideas off the top of my head. I hope this helps some.
Good luck and be safe. Best regards, Tony Parisi |
Eddini_81976 Inner circle 2183 Posts |
Hey Firedice, that's sounds very good to me. Five minutes is good for what you had, so don't be so hard on yourself. It would probably take me the same amount of time if not longer. Cheers on such a good escape, Ed, (Eddini).
P.S. Remember you don't want to make it look too easy either, Ed.
"Treat Others As You'd Want To Be Treated" - Jesus Christ
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KingStardog Inner circle 2134 Posts |
Keep a safety person around every time you practice/perform that has keys, inside info and a cell phone.
Taking it to the next level..... Legshackles on legs, belly chain w/con-lock,connecting chain between leg irons and belly chain,handcuffs and bluebox,large padlock connecting bluebox to belly chain. Next level..... Hands opposing in vertical blueboxed cuffs, neck collar and chain. Next.. Metal detecting wand. Next... In a mail bag/some borrowed restraints. Next... 15 feet of murky blackish water.(w/jumpers not real stuff) The sky (and your own imagination)are the limits. Find cool stuff at Cannons, The Discount handcuff warehouse, PX Direct jailers supply. Or find a metal shop where you can work out your own custom escapes that have never been seen before. Most important .....go slow,Have Fun and be safe!!
...think not that all wisdom is in your school. You may have studied other paths,but, it is important to remember that no matter who you are or where you come from, there is always more to learn.
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SANTINI Loyal user SANTINI 293 Posts |
Or,
You can approach me about the numerous unique escapology props and services I make and/or can provide. Regards, Steve Santini odditorium1@rogers.com Check out my web site at http://www.stevesantini.com |
AJP807 Special user New York City 559 Posts |
Hey Steve, Good to see you posting again. Glad to see you have a little more free time these days. We'll be looking forward to lots of great input again, now that you're all settled in. Any word on the museum? Hope all is well.
Best regards, Tony Parisi |
Reis O'Brien Inner circle Seattle, WA 2467 Posts |
Ye gods! You guys are full of some killer advice! Thanks!
The truth is, I was merely dabbling in the escape arts, but when the bit was over the crowd's reaction lit up something in my head. I do think I need to take it slower, though. I was so concerned about getting out quickly that I could have probably added a bit more "show" to it. The thumbcuffs were the toughest, I thought. So it will be good to see what Seth Howard advises. As far as straightjackets go, they are a bit expensive. But I can't seem to get the idea out of my head. Well, here I go and again, thank you tons for the good wishes and advice. |
KingStardog Inner circle 2134 Posts |
Please excuse me for not mentioning Steve Santini, Shawn AKA: Xtreem and the strictlyunderground crew as well for sources of top notch escape items/books and equipment. My wife was pushing me to finish up so she could use the computer.
...think not that all wisdom is in your school. You may have studied other paths,but, it is important to remember that no matter who you are or where you come from, there is always more to learn.
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