Applause & How To Get it

By Henning Helms

Henning Nelms (1900-1986) is one of the greats in magic theory. In this book, he examines the technique of getting applause. Getting applause requires a definite technique and mistakes in this technique will choke off applause—even when you have a strong act. Many magicians actually throw away more applause than they receive. They could double their applause with just the information in this book. Real skill in controlling applause will make your audience appreciate you more and help you to build a reputation.

Contents Include: 

• Intro by Henning Nelms
• Basic Principes
• Start Working for Applause Before You Enter
• Entrance Technique
• Getting Applause After A Trick
• Never Complain When an Audience Fails To Applaud
• Close-Up Technique
• Problem Tricks
• Quickies
• Build You Whole Act In Waves
• Walk-Offs

Details: Applause & How To Get it by Henning Helms

25 pages, soft covers, saddle-stitched, size; 5 1/2" by 8 1/2".