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The summer season is rapidly approaching, which means it’s time to get ready for the company picnic season. Kid show and family entertainers of all types will soon be performing outdoors at a wide variety of functions.
These outdoor shows can be lots of fun and a big success, or they can extremely taxing and frustrating. I’d like to share a few outdoor show tips that have helped make my life easier.
The biggest factor to deal with at outdoor shows is, not surprisingly, the weather. Rain, wind, bright sunlight and hot temperatures are just a few factors to take into consideration when planning an outdoor show.
When a client calls about an outdoor show, I always inquire about the show performance area. Is there a stage? Does the stage have a canopy? Is there power nearby? If there’s a covered stage, consider yourself lucky!
Many times, the client will want you to work out in a grassy area, or even on a parking lot. This type of setting can really present a lot of problems.
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If there’s no stage, try to define a performance area. I use a rope line to indicate the stage area. I also try to find an area where I can have several trees or a wall behind me. Having people standing behind you during the show is distracting to both you and the audience. I don’t use my portable backdrop system outside, since the curtains are blown by windy conditions.
I always try to get permission to pull my vehicle up close to the performance area. I want to have the van close by, in case I have to quickly get my props out of…
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