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Danny Orleans

This week's storytellers are Corporate Magician Danny Orleans, Balloon Sculpter Dennis Forel, and actor Marcus Vowel. Here's what you'll hear this episode. Danny recalls various things he's experienced while working on the trade show floor from missing booths and a fire, to a broken rolex, Dennis tells about some fun and heartwarming experiences he's had while performing at county fairs, and Marcus talks about setting his knee down on broken glass during a stage production and how that played out.   Danny Orleans: Crazy Stories from the Trade Show Floor The first story is told by Danny Orleans. Having left a career as an elementary school teacher, Danny Orleans is a magician who's done it all! He's performed over 5000 shows at schools, museums, libraries, theaters, and family day corporate events across North America. He's also acquired over 20 years of experience presenting at corporate events and trade shows drawing traffic to exhibitors booths and helping to generate more leads for his clients. Add to this creating countless products for magicians empowering them to level up their art. In his story, Danny sharing some crazy stories from the trade show floor. Here's where you can find out more about Danny:  Danny's Website:   https://corporatemagicltd.com/ Facebook Group:  http://performerstories.com/tradeshowgroup   Dennis Forel: Heartwarming Memories Performing at Fairs The second story is told by Dennis Forel. Dennis, is one of America’s foremost Balloon Sculptors, and has been performing since the Ides of March 1975. His repertoire of over 108 different animal designs, has taken him to state and county fairs, amusement parks, shopping centers, and special events throughout the Western U.S., Alaska, Mexico, Japan, and the Bahamas. He's become a favorite at night clubs like the world famous Magic Castle and  the Troubadour in Hollywood, Gallagher’s and Catch a Rising Star in the San Fernando Valley, Cobb’s in San Francisco and Hennesey’s in Hermosa Beach.  He's also co-author of the book “Balloonacy-The Art of Air Sculpture” which was also turned into an instructional video. In his story, Dennis shares a few short, fun, and heartwarming stories from performing at the Ventura County Fair. Here's where you can find out more info about Dennis: Dennis' Website:  http://balloonacy.com/ Balloonacy: Dennis' Book on Balloon Sculpture:  http://performerstories.com/balloonacy Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/dennis.forel Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/dennisforel/   Marcus Vowell: Taking a Knee on Broken Glass The final story is told by Marcus Vowell, an actor and podcaster based out of Orlando FL. In theater he's starred in productions like, the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Catfish Moon in which his cast made it to the National American Association of Community Theatres Festival in Tacoma WA. In film, you may have seen him in 1 Mile to You and As I Lay Dying. He's also a podcaster that produces a fun show about quirky things in life called Accidentally Derivative. In his story, Marcus tells about the time he accidentally put his knee down on broken glass during a live performance on stage. Here's where you can find out more about Marcus: Marcus' Website:  http://marcusvowell.com/ Accidentally Derivative Podcast:  http://accidentallyderivative.com/   Share Your Own Stories!  Do you have comments, suggestions, or want to share your own stories? Drop me a line! performerstories@gmail.com   Exclusive Content!  Would you like exclusive content nobody else will hear? Consider supporting the shown on Patreon. You'll get the full interviews with each performer as I record them that includes all their stories all in one place with all the chat in between!   Facebook Group Come hang out in our Facebook Group! Click here to join and jump in the conversation!

This week's storytellers are Corporate Magician Danny Orleans, Balloon Sculpter Dennis Forel, and actor Marcus Vowel. Here's what you'll hear this episode. Danny recalls various things he's experienced while working on the trade show floor from missing booths and a fire, to a broken rolex, Dennis tells about some fun and heartwarming experiences he's had while performing at county fairs, and Marcus talks about setting his knee down on broken glass during a stage production and how that played out. Danny Orleans: Crazy Stories from the Trade Show Floor The first story is told by Danny Orleans. Having left a career as an elementary school teacher, Danny Orleans is a magician who's done it all! He's performed over 5000 shows at schools, museums, libraries, theaters, and family day corporate events across North America. He's also acquired over 20 years of experience presenting at corporate events and trade shows drawing traffic to exhibitors booths and helping to generate more leads for his clients. Add to this creating countless products for magicians empowering them to level up their art. In his story, Danny sharing some crazy stories from the trade show floor. Here's where you can find out more about Danny:  <a href="https://corporatemagicltd.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Danny's Website</a>:   <a href="https://corporatemagicltd.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://corporatemagicltd.com/</a> <a href="http://performerstories.com/tradeshowgroup" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a>:  <a href="http://performerstories.com/tradeshowgroup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://performerstories.com/tradeshowgroup</a> Dennis Forel: Heartwarming Memories Performing at Fairs The second story is told by Dennis Forel. Dennis, is one of America’s foremost Balloon Sculptors, and has been performing since the Ides of March 1975. His repertoire of over 108 different animal designs, has taken him to state and county fairs, amusement parks, shopping centers, and special events throughout the Western U.S., Alaska, Mexico, Japan, and the Bahamas. He's become a favorite at night clubs like the world famous Magic Castle and  the Troubadour in Hollywood, Gallagher’s and Catch a Rising Star in the San Fernando Valley, Cobb’s in San Francisco and Hennesey’s in Hermosa Beach.  He's also co-author of the book “Balloonacy-The Art of Air Sculpture” which was also turned into an instructional video. In his story, Dennis shares a few short, fun, and heartwarming stories from performing at the Ventura County Fair. Here's where you can find out more info about Dennis: <a href="http://balloonacy.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dennis' Website</a>:  <a href="http://balloonacy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://balloonacy.com/</a> <a href="http://performerstories.com/balloonacy" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Balloonacy</a>: Dennis' Book on Balloon Sculpture:  <a href="http://performerstories.com/balloonacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://performerstories.com/balloonacy</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dennis.forel" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>:  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dennis.forel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/dennis.forel</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisforel/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>:  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisforel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/dennisforel/</a> Marcus Vowell: Taking a Knee on Broken Glass The final story is told by Marcus Vowell, an actor and podcaster based out of Orlando FL. In theater he's starred in productions like, the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Catfish Moon in which his cast made it to the National American Association of Community Theatres Festival in Tacoma WA. In film, you may have seen him in 1 Mile to You and As I Lay Dying. He's also a podcaster that produces a fun show about quirky things in life called Accidentally Derivative. In his story, Marcus tells about the time he accidentally put his knee down on broken glass during a live performance on stage. Here's where you can find out more about Marcus: <a href="http://marcusvowell.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Marcus' Website</a>:  <a href="http://marcusvowell.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://marcusvowell.com/</a> <a href="http://accidentallyderivative.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Accidentally Derivative Podcast</a>:  <a href="http://accidentallyderivative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://accidentallyderivative.com/</a> Share Your Own Stories!  Do you have comments, suggestions, or want to share your own stories? Drop me a line! performerstories@gmail.com Exclusive Content!  Would you like exclusive content nobody else will hear? Consider supporting the shown on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/performerstories" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. You'll get the full interviews with each performer as I record them that includes all their stories all in one place with all the chat in between! Facebook Group Come hang out in our Facebook Group! <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/performerstories" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to join and jump in the conversation!

019 - Trade Shows, Fairs, & Broken Glass - Stories by Danny Orleans, Dennis Forel

Time, money, travel, and experiences are all a few things we have in common. In the fair industry, it takes a lot of investment in all of the following. But, a few special things about our guest today is his constant great spirits, his classy behavior, enthusiasm in his work, his amazing story, and the magic he puts into his work. Welcome balloon artist, Dennis Forel, with your tailgate entertainer, Alan Bruess.    Today, Alan and Dennis Forel also discuss:  The inspiration that led to his career Where his career led with persistence Opportunities for balloon artists Putting together an original act Being rotated between people you work for Upholding your act and keeping your enthusiasm The importance of being versatile People can tell when you’re not being authentic You have to be diverse and unpredictable but reliable Why you should always go the extra mile Being part of the outreach you work for The difficulties of having a family while being in the fair Being honest about your circumstances with your employers Getting the courage to take the next step Stumbling into your career Mistakes in the business The vitality of building relationships Showing your commitment If you don’t match the theme, you won’t be hired    Gofundme.com and look up Kevin Ridgeway Balloonacy.com Dforel@dslextreme.com Phone number: 310-218-2629

Time, money, travel, and experiences are all a few things we have in common. In the fair industry, it takes a lot of investment in all of the following. But, a few special things about our guest today is his constant great spirits, his classy behavior, enthusiasm in his work, his amazing story, and the magic he puts into his work. Welcome balloon artist, Dennis Forel, with your tailgate entertainer, Alan Bruess. Today, Alan and Dennis Forel also discuss: <ul> <li>The inspiration that led to his career</li> <li>Where his career led with persistence</li> <li>Opportunities for balloon artists</li> <li>Putting together an original act</li> <li>Being rotated between people you work for</li> <li>Upholding your act and keeping your enthusiasm</li> <li>The importance of being versatile</li> <li>People can tell when you’re not being authentic</li> <li>You have to be diverse and unpredictable but reliable</li> <li>Why you should always go the extra mile</li> <li>Being part of the outreach you work for</li> <li>The difficulties of having a family while being in the fair</li> <li>Being honest about your circumstances with your employers</li> <li>Getting the courage to take the next step</li> <li>Stumbling into your career</li> <li>Mistakes in the business</li> <li>The vitality of building relationships</li> <li>Showing your commitment</li> <li>If you don’t match the theme, you won’t be hired</li> </ul> <a href="http://Gofundme.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gofundme.com</a> and look up Kevin Ridgeway <a href="Balloonacy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Balloonacy.com</a> <a href="mailto:Dforel@dslextreme.com">Dforel@dslextreme.com</a> Phone number: 310-218-2629

46: Balloonacy with Dennis Forel