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Does That Street Performer Really Need Your Money? A blog about misconceptions of street performers and their living situation.
A lot of people think that street performers should get a real job. I hate to break it to you, but this is their real job. They aren’t doing it for fun or attention; they are doing it because it’s how they make a living. Some people think that street performers are only there for […]
Crowdfund Your Street Performance a blog that talks about ways to crowdfund your performance, including a silent campaign.
Crowdfund Your Street Performance Crowdfunding is a great tool for both raising funds and awareness. It helps you connect with people who believe in your project, and once you meet your funding goal, the platform will help you spread the word far beyond your immediate networks. But perhaps most importantly, crowdfunding allows you to do […]
NYC’s Most Amazing Living Statue Performers
The art of living statues has been around for hundreds of years, and over the last few decades it has become a staple on the streets of New York City. Living statues can be found all over the world in many forms, such as mimes, street performers, and even some buskers. In New York City […]
Street Art Work on Skin
I felt I was looking at a piece of street art work on skin. If you travel around London, you will find plenty of street artists. Some are good, some are bad and some are great. But this was different from the street art we find on walls, doors or shop shutters. It was a […]
Are You Searching for Street Dancers? Welcome to Our Studio
Are You Searching for Street Dancers? Welcome to Our Studio: a dance studio blog with information about courses, classes and events |> | |> | |—|—|—| | | | | Our studio offers a variety of classes such as ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, street dance and modern. The students are encouraged to perform at […]
How To Make Money As A Living Statue Performer
So, you want to make a living as a Living Statue Performer? Well, there are a few things you should know first…to see if this is a career that you would like to pursue. 1. This is a very demanding job. It requires both physical and mental skills. You have to be able to stand […]
Why Our Teachers Are The Best
We know our students love to play guitar, but it’s also a pleasure to see their hard work pay-off. Congratulations to Guitar Buskers student of the month, Mark! Mark came to us wanting to learn how to play the guitar. He had a few songs he wanted to learn, and he quickly mastered them. But […]
The Top 10 Ways To Instantly Being A Better Busker
A lot of people think they can just go out and start making money as a street performer, but it takes more than just taking your guitar to the street corner. Being a good busker is an art in itself, and takes a lot more than just good playing skills. Some of the best buskers […]
What’s The Secret To Becoming an Amazing Street Performer?
I’m often asked what the secret is to becoming an amazing street performer. The answer isn’t as simple as you’d think. It’s not about playing the music; it’s about how you play the music. I’m sure you’ve heard a street performer play the same song a thousand times. But each time you hear it, something […]
Hiring A Sidewalk Musician For Your Next Event? Here’s What You Need To Know
Hiring A Sidewalk Musician For Your Next Event? Here’s What You Need To Know: A blog about what to consider when hiring a musician for your company. The first step to hiring a sidewalk musician is deciding which type of artist to hire. It is important to understand the difference between a classical performance and […]
Stay Home or Go to the Theater? Here’s What You Should Know
The questions of whether to stay home or go out to see live theater performances can be emotionally fraught. But if you are like most people, you will be able to make a better decision if you first take the time to consider these two issues: First, is it possible that this decision may not […]
10 Things You Should Never Do During Your Nose To Tail Show
If you’re a magician who’s been booked for a “nose to tail show” – that is, the client wants you to be there from the time the guests arrive until the last one leaves – here are ten tips to help you get through the night without losing your mind: 1. DO NOT perform any […]