The Business Side of Show Business: How to Make a Living Onstage - Paperback

by Caroline Ravn (Author)

The best book on how to make a living onstage as a performer or public speaker.

The Business Side of Show Business: How to Make a Living Onstage is the ultimate guide for performers who want to turn their passion into a sustainable career. Written by Caroline Ravn, an accomplished magician, emcee, and 5x TEDx speaker, this book offers a comprehensive roadmap for anyone looking to make a living in the performing arts - regardless of their niche. Caroline wrote this book to demystify the business side of show business, offering practical, actionable strategies to help entertainers build profitable careers on their own terms. Packed with insights from her journey, Caroline dives into the critical aspects of running a business, including marketing, networking, pricing, and client relationships. From understanding the financial nuances of a performance career to mastering negotiation and booking strategies, The Business Side of Show Business addresses the questions many performers have but rarely find answers to. It's everything she wishes she knew when she got started. Although written by a magician, this book is designed for every kind of performer or stage personality - from magicians to musicians, comedians to dancers - who dream of stepping into the spotlight and making a sustainable income doing what they love. With Caroline's guidance, readers will learn how to thrive as artists, entrepreneurs, and entertainers, building a career that marries passion with profit.

Author Biography

Caroline Ravn grew up in a family with a magician grandfather and a politician dad. At a very early age, she realized it was not only okay to lie for a living - it was encouraged! Since then, Caroline Ravn has been a leading force in magic and has recently become one of the world's leading performers. She has given an impressive five TEDx Talks and was awarded Most Inspiring Person of The Year after only being a professional magician for a short time. Caroline has received multiple awards for her interactive magic and comedy show in Sweden and internationally. She's been a professional magician for over a decade and has her line of merch and playing cards. She's an influencer, content creator, and much more. She lives in Sundbyberg, Sweden.