In this episode, we learn about the life and career of Chris Frost, better known as Frostie, a family and children’s entertainer. Frostie prefers holiday parks, festivals, and theatres with big audiences and high engagement rates. He describes his act as a variety show that includes magic, ventriloquism, singing, and other types of entertainment, and believes that his act is best suited for big audiences. Chris emphasises the importance of attention to detail, storytelling, and emotional connection with the audience in creating a magical performance.

He also provides insight into the creative process and challenges of developing magic tricks for children, including the importance of creating a narrative for each trick and making the audience believe they have witnessed something magical. He also explains his thinking between creating magic that is seen as a clever trick and magic that is seen as truly magical by the audience.

Chris talks about his experiences with bad gigs, including one where they he was pelted with mud by a child and another where they had to improvise for four hours at a children’s football party. Despite these challenges, his passion for entertaining allows his to enjoy what he does.

Chris talks about the importance of finding one’s passion, being open to learning from others, and constantly pushing himself to improve. He tells us that he has problems with imposter syndrome and self-doubt but is determined to overcome them and continue pursuing his love for magic and entertainment.

Join Gordon as he talks to Frostie in FACE, The Podcast

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