This routine is worth it's weight in gold. It makes the kids laugh out loud the whole time you're
performing it. This kit has everything you need to perform the routine except for the case and
eurika table base which Bill tells you where you can find them or you can get one at your favorite
magic dealer so that shouldn't be a problem. You are adding 15+ minutes of pure entertainment to
your act. Bill Abbott leaves nothing out and shares all his secrets that span over 20 years with
Chico.
The routine is updated from his kids dvd with added gags and the fine touches on
it makes this routine even better then before. The poster, and script are very nice to have because
they make rehersal a breeze. The CD I haven't used once, not because it's bad, just that I don't
think it's necessary to have background music during this routine. This routine also plays well for
a wide age range. Bill gives you 3 performances for 3 different age groups (kids, teenagers,
adults). The routine never changes, so you get to see how well it plays for every age group.
The explanation dvd gives you a complete routine walkthrough from behind the case. Bill tells
you everything from case management, to each prop coming out during the routine, to why each thing
chico does works, and much more. The only drawback on this package is the price which if you're
looking at this from a prop standpoint, you are not getting your moneys worth because the props
included are not worth 0.
However, if you are looking at this from a magic standpoint and
what this means to your act, then you are getting every single cent worth. This is a winner right
out of the box. You don't have to change a thing if you don't want to, just follow Bill Abbott step
by step.
What will happen eventually is you will start making stuff up as you go because
it will never be exactly the same. Chicos movements will never be exactly the same, your
expressions will never be exactly the same, and sometimes the kids laughter may never end during one
of your performances.
Another thing about the price is don't think about the price, but
think about how many shows you would have to do in order to make up that price. And if the parents
are booking you again because of seeing chico, then every year from this point on is pure profit and
chico by himself is making you money. The kids absolutely love chico and can't stop laughing. So
knowing this routine gives you that, what is that worth to you? Everytime I get repeat bookings the
kids ask if I brought chico with me, and when I say "yes", they can't wait to see him.
The parents also get a kick out of him because their child is laughing so hard, and that's why you
get repeat bookings becuase you entertained thier children so much. I can tell you right now, it's
the best 0 I've ever spent. If you can afford this, then get this right now, if you can't afford
it, then save up for it and buy it when you can.