Jeff's routine is a good direct routine well within the reach of beginners and an excellent jumping
off point that isn't the cups and balls (but is related).
I would suggest most people
perform it in their own persona, as while the Commedia del'Arte performance is nice, it'd only be
suitable for certain audiences or venues in my opinion (the routine however would be great
everywhere).
Re: squeakers - yes, it will add an extra dimension to your work and
it's great to see. I wish Jeff had more about getting it into your mouth and more ideas - but he
gives you an excellent way to do it, great resource tips and let's face it the real work's when you
play with your routines and see where you can work it in.
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Fun colourful kids/family/adult magic routine. I had seen this dvd around for a few years but the
title put me off as I didn't want to use a mouth squeaker but this DVD is a brilliant version of the
cups and balls simplified for stage to a single bowl. Fantastic clear instruction and great quality.
Really enjoyable history and information on all that you need to perform this routine. It maybe
going in my children's magic shows very soon but has also improved my sleight of hand with sponge
balls from the techniques in this dvd. Jeff McBride is just the best!
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Well made routine, wish I would of came up with it. Very strong routine.
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I loved the cups and balls trick but there was always so much going on not even I could keep track
sometimes. This DVD taught me how to use only one cup/bowl and one ball. I love it. The squeaker
is added fun. Highly recommended!!
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This is so much more than squeaking. Yes, Jeff McBride teaches you about squeakers and how to use
them in a show, but there is a full cups and balls routine taught which will blow your mind!
I have not worked this one yet...but I will. Jeff teaches
Really well. I like his take on
this...
And I cannot wait to start practicing.
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