You too can learn how to become a showman! With the help of one of the world's greatest entertainers, all kids can learn how to levitate, juggle and enthrall an audience with a bit of practice and some sound advice . . .
Mat Richardo learned the ropes on the streets of Covent Garden, London, where he became a seasoned busker and street entertainer. He has since appeared on TV, performed for royalty, and put on shows all around the world, including for
America's Got Talent.
Mat has learned to deal with hecklers, stage nerves and just about everything going wrong on the night (including an airline losing all his props on the day of a show)!
Full of practical tips and tricks, this ingenious compendium will teach kids to perform the impossible, entertain their friends and gain the confidence they need to put on a show!
For kids 8 and upwards - and a great resource for adults too!
Readers say:
'This book is
magic!'
'You should buy it for the
young people in your life.'
'Matt is an
absolute genius.'
'Teaches the joy of hard work and resilience as well as the fun to be had from
just having fun.'

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Publisher
Faber & FabereBook ISBN
9780571383979
Year
2025Table of contents
- Landing Page
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Introduction
- Chapter One: The Magic in You
- Chapter Two: The Funny in You
- Chapter Three: The Circus in You
- Chapter Four: The Science in You
- Chapter Five: The Hero in You
- Acknowledgements
- About the Author
- Copyright