How to Become a Successful MagicianTable of ContentsShould you become an amateur or professional magician?Do you need an agent?The business side of magic shows: Microphones and other sound equipmentThe business side of magic shows: Promotional materialsThe business side of magic shows: The media and advertisingThe business side of magic shows: Liability insuranceThe business side of magic shows: Finding your gigsThe business side of magic shows: What about costumes & makeup?Should you have an assistant?Learning the tricks: Buy or make your propsLearning the tricks: Handkerchief TricksLearning the tricks: Box TricksLearning the tricks: Paper TricksLearning the tricks: Rope TricksLearning the tricks: Other Miscellaneous Tricks