Monthly Archives: January 2011

Where Do I get My Ideas

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Brad Weston

Where Do I get My Ideas By Brad Weston This is something that I get asked all the time. I could get off easy if I just said, “The idea fairy gave them to me.” And it might possibly even … Continue reading →

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The Worst Gig I Ever Did -or- The Stage Vomit

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Brad Weston

Lesson 1: Don’t over-dress for an outdoor performance.
Lesson 2: Have your own water.
Lesson 3: If you are ill, take a short intermission.
Lesson 4: It is possible to swallow a mouthful of vomit on stage while dressed in a clown suit and get away with it. Continue reading →

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Bad Advice and Why You Should Avoid It

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Brad Weston

Just remember: any judgements you may have about the future are just guesses. Worse than that, they are prophecies. Most prophecies have a way of being self-fulfilling. So keep your thoughts positive. Be supportive of yourself. Be supportive of others. Don’t be afraid. Everything has a way of working itself out. Continue reading →

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How Good is Good Enough?

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Brad Weston

How Good is Good Enough By Brad Weston Okay, I’ll admit right off the bat, that this is a controversial subject. We are trained as kids to be THE BEST at any cost. Winning is everything. To sit here and … Continue reading →

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The Spoon and Cup Trick

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Brad Weston

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2Il5N_6ddo

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Dealing With Hecklers

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Brad Weston

The barking dog method for dealing with hecklers. By Brad Weston I know that dealing with hecklers has been written about ad nauseam since the dawn of theater. There was probably some gladiator fighting a couple of lions and a … Continue reading →

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The Soil of The Void

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Brad Weston

The Soil of The Void By Brad Weston The sun sees us and smiles our worries, and hurries and troubles and toils, our flares of anger and triumphs and joys. How small we seem and fast, and we think the … Continue reading →

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Snap Dime Trick

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Brad Weston
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How To Book More Shows

Posted on January 1, 2011 by Brad Weston

How To Book More Shows By Brad Weston At first, it might seem like an overwhelming process to find new clients and got booked. But in reality, each of the steps are relatively simple, and if you take it step … Continue reading →

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