I can see how this might be a cool thing to do when you are sitting around and have plenty of time.
For working, at least at the places I work close-up or walk-around, this is just too slow.
I'm
not saying that it is not amazing. I'm sure that the person who is mathematically minded will be up
at night over this. I can also see an average spectator just saying "it's math." That's not fair,
but that's what happens.
I think that this would be best in a late night session with some very
intelligent people who have time to watch and pay attention. For most of those whom I perform for,
I'd do three or four pieces in the time this takes.
It's a fascinating principle and a good
story, just not for me. Your mileage may vary.
Well, like you said, this is a trick that should be done in a controlled environment, people need to pay attention to understand what’s going on. However I could see myself performing this effect for a restaurant gig, or on the street for people who are sitting down or not going anywhere. You obviously shouldn’t do it with young children or slower seniors because they won’t understand all the levels of the effect. If you ever put this into a show however, maybe start with this because the thinking required by everyone added to the surprise at the end ensures they pay attention the rest of the time your there. In a nutshell, It’s a good opener for adult and teenage shows.
Or if you want you could make it second to sort of test the waters of your audience
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