From Isolation to Inspiration with Paul Boross and Bernardo Moya Episode #005: Paul Zenon
Nov 30, 2020
Paul Zenon, a multi-award-winning magician and comedy performer, shares insights on adapting magic during tough times, including doorstep tricks for NHS applause. He discusses the importance of humor in coping and reminisces about working with legends like Bob Monkhouse and Ken Dodd. Zenon also reveals memory tricks, the challenges of presenting over video, and predictions for electric post-lockdown gigs. With tales of creativity and lessons learned, he highlights the value of stage experience and the emotional weight of difficult projects.
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Recreate Live Feedback Locally
- Go to your doorstep and perform small acts to get a taste of live audience feedback.
- Paul Zenon used Thursday applause events to perform mini-tricks and soak up applause during lockdown.
Adapt Tricks For Distancing
- Adapt existing tricks to avoid close physical interaction rather than inventing new ones.
- Use techniques like riffle-and-stop or screen tricks over Zoom to preserve effect while keeping distance.
Remember Lists With Rhyme Images
- Use simple rhyming anchors to memorize lists instead of writing them down.
- Paul Zenon's one-long, two-shoe scheme turns items into vivid images you can recall easily.
