gibil

I am an occultist and fire performer living in the philadelphia area.

By gibil September 7, 2018September 7, 2018

Circus Arts

I have been performing and practicing circus arts for over 8 years now; from fire performance and poi to traditional juggling and everything in between. Juggling is my … Continue reading Circus Arts

By gibil March 2, 2017March 2, 2017

Let’s Talk About Problems With Compensation At Events

So; After having a conversation with a fellow rennie this weekend; I wanted to talk about the concept of entertainment at events in terms of compensation and the value of … Continue reading Let’s Talk About Problems With Compensation At Events

By gibil September 2, 2016

An Ode To Losing Money: A Review of Booking Site Thumbtack

For those of you who have not heard of this website before; it is a highly trafficked website for searching for independent professionals (construction, IT work, entertainment). It is also … Continue reading An Ode To Losing Money: A Review of Booking Site Thumbtack

By gibil August 24, 2016August 24, 2016

The Weekend Gig Gone Wrong: Ten Avoidable Ways to Botch a Gig

We normally don’t like to share stories of how shows go sideways; but since I have a moment I wanted to talk about my experience this weekend of what I … Continue reading The Weekend Gig Gone Wrong: Ten Avoidable Ways to Botch a Gig

By gibil August 12, 2016August 12, 2016

Keeping Yourself Above Water: Entertainers Avoiding Bankruptcy

It is hard to talk about this topic because it is a rather personal one that combines elements of professionalism and my personal life. There are a few things that … Continue reading Keeping Yourself Above Water: Entertainers Avoiding Bankruptcy

By gibil March 31, 2016

6 Highly Recommended Books For Magicians And Entertainers

This is a part of a series that I will begin writing about various books and materials. There are a lot of materials and videos that are available on … Continue reading 6 Highly Recommended Books For Magicians And Entertainers

By gibil November 30, 2015November 30, 2015

Five Thoughts on learning how to use comedy as a juggler/illusionist.

Learning how to be comedic as a juggler and magician

By gibil November 30, 2015December 1, 2015

Why Entertainers Can Be So Expensive: Four Reasons Why I Charge What I Charge

Earlier today I sat down and emailed a potential client about a job and was asked if I could do it for about half the listed cost. I ended up … Continue reading Why Entertainers Can Be So Expensive: Four Reasons Why I Charge What I Charge

By gibil November 20, 2015November 20, 2015

Tropes In Magic and Juggling:Bad Personas

Meriam Webster defines trope as “a common or overused theme or device” We tend to use this word to describe repeating creative themes and devices that are used in … Continue reading Tropes In Magic and Juggling:Bad Personas

By gibil November 2, 2015

Four Sad Realities of Trying to be a Full Time Entertainer.

I wanted to talk about my experiences for the last six months….. First of all I didn’t “Make it”, in fact I am currently sitting down and once again doing … Continue reading Four Sad Realities of Trying to be a Full Time Entertainer.