Lawyer-turned-kids-entertainer Scott Green shares insightful tips on how to project the right image, make stronger routines, handle disruptions during your show, and even write comedy to help you power up your performance.
In this episode we discuss:
- From being a lawyer to a kids entertainer
- Scott’s experience in street performing
- Performing in a suit: “Dress for the job that you want.”
- How he keeps the audience focused and engaged without yelling or too much animation
- Tips from game shows that you can apply in kids and family shows
- Tips when performing on TV
- Why he keeps on innovating and his 6 key questions to help you find the weak spots in your props or routines and improve them
- Comedy writing tips: Working backwards and Chekhov’s gun principle
- Is it a good idea to hire a comedy writer?
- Thoughts on the future of kids entertainment