History has a few examples of people who performed while under the weather. One great example of that was the Michael Jordan Flu Game. For those of you who don’t know the story, MJ was sick for game 5 of the NBA finals which the bulls won by 3 points but it was a big to do because he was on IV’s and collapsed right after the game. Jordan played most of the game, and he needed to for the win, but didn’t have to because he had a back-up player on the bench.
Let me tell you folks, sports is one of the few places on the planet where one has a backup. I imagine broadway perhaps might have a stand in who knows most of the lines to a performance, but in a magic show? Forget about it (as they say in the film Donnie Brasco).
A magician’s show props and assistant are his or hers alone. There isn’t a stunt double or a person who you can call and say, “hey Pete I have the flu, can you come do the show for me?” Nope, you can’t do that.
You also have to be careful about your activities outside of the show. A car accident or a slip and fall can put a serious ding in the act. It is a tenuous line to walk that not many people really consider. Who covers for you when you get sick? I would love to know what your options are. Leave your responses below!
In this week’s video, Rick and Susan discuss how they cope with being under the weather.
I will be looking for your responses!
Chris T.
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