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Yesterday I was invited to perform at a Volunteer Appreciation dinner in Penticton. I knew from when I took the booking that the venue was going to be difficult because:
A) It was in a long room with tables down the sides
B) I was going to be surrounded.

Thankfully I knew about these potential issues before the show so I was able to plan for them. My sound system and wireless microphone made sure that even if at points they weren’t able to see what was going on (since I’d be performing surrounded) at least everyone would be able to hear what was going on. I was able to perform most of my standard act, but I made a few minor tweaks since I’d be surrounded. I changed a few routines to things that were a bit more visual with longer “magic moments” so everyone could see.

I felt really great about the show. The audience was simply amazing, and lots of people came up to me after the show to tell me how much they enjoyed it.

Here’s what the event coordinator had to say:

“Thank you so very much such a professional performance, I have been flooded with phone calls from volunteers thanking me and commenting on how well everything was ~ especially your act! We all felt we were on a cruise ship! I will be recommending you to 5 other facilities!”