I lied to one of those Green Peace guys today. You know, the ones who stand on the corner and pretend to be your friend. I told him I had a friend who used to work for them (true) and I was already a member myself (not true). Thinking my brilliant plan had worked, I began to continue my walk across the street until he said, "Congradulations, you should feel proud of yourself man! Savin' some Polar bears!" I smiled, nodded and proceeded to walk away. Now all I can think about are those poor Polar bears...and Al Gore coming to hunt me down with his Nobel Prize.
I think I'm going to join Green Peace, or at least send some money to a Polar bear. I'm sure their unemployment rate is as bad as ours now.
-nP
www.magicofnick.com
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Friday, November 13, 2009
Auditions
I have been on an auditioning rampage this past week. All of which I've failed to book. But they say it's about persistence...so I will persist. First one was to do "short form" improv in the burbs' of Chicago. As any trained Chicago improvisor knows...short form is at the bottom of the improv totem pole. I can't deny that it's fun, because many times it is. But it is not always my first choice when doing an improv show...and apparently I'm not its first or...20th choice either, seeing I didn't get a call back.
Second audition was for "Point Break LIVE!". Yes the Patrick Swayze movie from the early 90's. Apparently it was transformed into a hit live show in LA and New York. (Such a hit that they had to pay for the rights to the story. I guess even after death there are residuals) So I go into this audition with about 13 other people. The theatre lobby looked like Pee Wee's Playhouse had given birth to a small drunk child (there was a bar) And in the process of the hour plus time I was there, we did everything from pretend to rob a bank as ex-presidents, to watch people give emotions on command (a big 'no-no' in the acting world. Your not supposed to play emotions, more so wants and intentions. But I wasn't about to correct the lady who produced over two successful live shows of a B rated Swayze picture) On a positive note, I was proud to say I made up a monologue in the character of a California Surfer about God possibly being a baby with a gold diaper and a beard.
Haven't heard back from them. Fingers crossed.
And today was the icing on the cake. I get a call from a talent agent saying the Lotto is doing a print shoot and needs extras to audition. I thought the point of a paid photo shoot was for them to look at my headshot ahead of time (ha that's a pun) to see if I am photographable. I guess I was wrong. The lady on the phone says I need to stop in between 12 and 3 or 4 and 7 today. Seeing as it was already 2pm I told her I'd be there at 12:30. She said, "Great!" They are a little behind at this particular talent agency. For legal reasons I can't say there name publicly. But I can say that it rhymes with ShmaBaker-ShmaRowley.
Any-who, I go to the address given to me, and I immediately feel like I am back in Detroit. Lots of abandoned warehouses and several people walking around who look like they could clearly use the Public Option on Health Care. I find the place and it is a loft building, so at least they are trying to be trendy. There is a line of people outside in the cold waiting for these photographers to get off there break. Once the clock hit 4 I rushed passed the mesh of people and zoomed up to the suite where they were shooting. I get to my turn in line and the camera starts flashing. I begin to feel like I'm a fake celebrity, or a real one who just happens to shoot with 100 other people. Then the photographer says, "Ok now your going to jump into the air towards the camera smiling and land on this mat." Now I had no problem with this, but I was concerned about the two old ladies up next. In the end I walked away with a jaw that felt like I had been punched by a really weak guy, but I got to show off my skills of flight.
Still haven't heard anything back.
So those are my Tales from the Audition Crypt. If you are at all thinking about being a professional performer, consider all your options be for you "go for the role". Your jaw and dignity will thank you.
-nick paul
www.magicofnick.com
Second audition was for "Point Break LIVE!". Yes the Patrick Swayze movie from the early 90's. Apparently it was transformed into a hit live show in LA and New York. (Such a hit that they had to pay for the rights to the story. I guess even after death there are residuals) So I go into this audition with about 13 other people. The theatre lobby looked like Pee Wee's Playhouse had given birth to a small drunk child (there was a bar) And in the process of the hour plus time I was there, we did everything from pretend to rob a bank as ex-presidents, to watch people give emotions on command (a big 'no-no' in the acting world. Your not supposed to play emotions, more so wants and intentions. But I wasn't about to correct the lady who produced over two successful live shows of a B rated Swayze picture) On a positive note, I was proud to say I made up a monologue in the character of a California Surfer about God possibly being a baby with a gold diaper and a beard.
Haven't heard back from them. Fingers crossed.
And today was the icing on the cake. I get a call from a talent agent saying the Lotto is doing a print shoot and needs extras to audition. I thought the point of a paid photo shoot was for them to look at my headshot ahead of time (ha that's a pun) to see if I am photographable. I guess I was wrong. The lady on the phone says I need to stop in between 12 and 3 or 4 and 7 today. Seeing as it was already 2pm I told her I'd be there at 12:30. She said, "Great!" They are a little behind at this particular talent agency. For legal reasons I can't say there name publicly. But I can say that it rhymes with ShmaBaker-ShmaRowley.
Any-who, I go to the address given to me, and I immediately feel like I am back in Detroit. Lots of abandoned warehouses and several people walking around who look like they could clearly use the Public Option on Health Care. I find the place and it is a loft building, so at least they are trying to be trendy. There is a line of people outside in the cold waiting for these photographers to get off there break. Once the clock hit 4 I rushed passed the mesh of people and zoomed up to the suite where they were shooting. I get to my turn in line and the camera starts flashing. I begin to feel like I'm a fake celebrity, or a real one who just happens to shoot with 100 other people. Then the photographer says, "Ok now your going to jump into the air towards the camera smiling and land on this mat." Now I had no problem with this, but I was concerned about the two old ladies up next. In the end I walked away with a jaw that felt like I had been punched by a really weak guy, but I got to show off my skills of flight.
Still haven't heard anything back.
So those are my Tales from the Audition Crypt. If you are at all thinking about being a professional performer, consider all your options be for you "go for the role". Your jaw and dignity will thank you.
-nick paul
www.magicofnick.com
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Friday, August 28, 2009
Halloween Magic
Its that time of year again. Dressing up as spooky creatures, getting free candy from people, and having your house toilet papered...but enough about memorial day, Fall is almost here! And that means there will be halloween events popping up all over the midwest. I have been putting together a brand new Halloween Magic Show this year. Filled with comedy magic, audience involvement, and entertainment for both the kids and adults. It is sure to be a ghostly good time!
Give us a call today to reserve your halloween event at 800 579 8051.
Nick Paul
Comedy Magic & Mime
(586) 489. 8697
www.magicofnick.com
"Nick Paul is a Pro!"
-Second City Chicago
"..the highlight of the show!.."
-Chicago Reader
"We had many compliments on your performance!"
-March of Dimes
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Chicago Magician for Halloween
This was taken at the Trenton Village Theater in Trenton, MI last October for a family Halloween event.
Getting ready to prep for some Halloween Magic Shows coming in October. Hopefully I will be at Navy Pier as well! Fingers crossed.
Comedy Magic Shows for School Entertainment, Family Event Entertainment, Event Planning, Trade Show Entertainment, Corporate Halloween Events, Park Events, Parks and Recreation Halloween Entertainment.
www.magicofnick.com
(800) 579 8051
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Navy Pier Magic Shows
Magic shows at Navy Pier Chicago this Saturday July 25 5:30, 7:30, & 9:15.
Family friendly entertainment with clean humor and lots of audience involvement! Great for Corporate Entertainment, School Events, Event Planning, Trade Show Entertainment, Strolling Entertainment, and Theaters!
www.magicofnick.com
800 579. 8051
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Live Theater Illinois Comedy Magic Shows
I performed at the Watseka Theater this past Friday for their 2nd annual “Vaudeville Night” It went great, and the audience had lots of fun!
This is one of four remaining theaters of it’s kind from the vaudeville era. So it was amazing to perform on a piece of history. Hope to be back there real soon!
Visit their site for more info:
http://watsekatheatre.com/
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Megabus Magician
Just another day on the megabus traveling between Chicago and Detroit for magic shows and what not. Over the course of this week I had shows for a family event in Oak Park, Performed 3 shows at the Navy Pier Dock St. Stage, performed with “Thursdays’ with Ryan” at Second City Chicago (finishing up the sketch/improv Conservatory), a school in Downers Grove, an improv set at the Playground Theatre, and today I was a mime at a French Market in Lombard, IL.....needless to say it has been a busy couple of days.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Nick Paul Comedy Magic Teaser
A brand new promo video for Nick Paul's Comedy Magic!
Nick@magicofnick.com
www.magicofnick.com
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