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How to find jobs for street performance and how to answer interview questions
I have just returned from a street performance and busking festival at the Edinburgh Fringe, where I was working as one of the buskers. I was approached by a journalist who said he was writing an article about how to find jobs for street performance and how to answer interview questions. Here is what I […]
New Class at st dance studio! A Beginner’s Guide to Bharathnatyam
A Beginner’s Guide to Bharathnatyam: A blog about a new dance class offered by a local studio, this is a good one for the local community. For those of you who are passionate about dance, love Indian culture and have always wanted to learn classical dancing, this is your chance! St Dance Studio will be […]
A Busking Magician in the LES
A Busking Magician in the LES: A blog about the power of busking and the shows you can see around New York City. Founded by Nate Staniforth in 2014, this blog is a place for all things magic, street performance, and the arts. From Nate’s own adventures performing on the streets to his favorite shows […]
The Best Places to Pick Up a Busker
What are the best places to pick up a busker? A recent survey of several New York City buskers revealed that the corners of 14th Street and 8th Avenue, 14th Street and 6th Avenue, and 23rd Street and 8th Avenue were the best places to pick up a busker. The reasons for these locations may […]
Street Performances A High Risk for All Ages
Street Performances: A High Risk for All Ages: A blog about street performers and the health risks associated with them. Street performances are one of the best things this world has to offer. They can come in all shapes, sizes, forms and fashions. They can range anywhere from a busker to a juggler, or even […]
3 Tips for “Busking” Success
Busking, or performing on the street, is an enjoyable way to share your music with others. Here are 3 tips to make sure you have a successful and fun experience. Busking (the profession of playing music or performing in public places for donations) is a popular way to earn money for musicians. It might seem […]
Front BuskHow to Use Your Frontal Lobe for Self-Improvement information about the brain and how it can be used to improve memory, walking, creativity, and many other skills.Side Note
If you are like most people, you have probably heard about the frontal lobe of your brain. The frontal lobe is the part of the brain that is located behind the forehead. Without it, you would be unable to walk and talk at the same time. You would also lack creativity and problem solving skills. […]
how to be a street performer
The problem with being a street performer is that you have to make your living on the street. When I was in college I had a friend who worked summers at a shop on Boston’s Newbury Street selling juggling equipment. The pay was low, but it was steady, and he didn’t have to worry about […]
Living Statues – An Amazing Way to Promote Your Business
Living Statues – An Amazing Way to Promote Your Business is a blog where we teach you how living statue performers are used in public relations and marketing. The blog posts here are mainly for event professionals, PRs and marketing managers, but anyone can get great advice from us on how to use living statues […]
5 Things to Keep in Mind Before Buying a Cabin
5 Things to Keep in Mind Before Buying a Cabin: A blog about the common mistakes people make when buying and cabin for a vacation home. 1. Don’t be afraid to look at older cabins. They can have more character, and often have more land surrounding them than newer cabins. 2. If you are looking […]
Ballet is NOT Just for Girls
Most people think ballet is for girls, but what they don’t realize is that even boys can find a place in the ballet studio. You don’t need pink tights or a tutu to dance ballet; all you need is a pair of ballet shoes and the desire to learn. However, finding a place in the […]
Busker Advice How to get started as a Busker
Ever wonder how to get started as a street performer? I talked with a talented busker in Boston who shared some great insights and advice. Here is what he had to say: How to get started as a busker My name is JV and I am a street performer. I love busking and I love […]