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Noah’s dry cleaning bill was $174. Mine was just under $50. Why do we spend that kind of money on dry cleaning? Because one of the most important things you can do as a professional, a creative, or an entertainer is to look fantastic. If you expect people to spend thousands of dollars on your art, your show, or on you, then you need to look like you’re worth that kind of money. One of the easiest ways to elevate your image is to make sure your clothing is always in top condit

It’s 5 a.m. — we’re at the gas station on the way to the airport, leaving APCA, the college entertainment conference in Texas. After days of showcasing, talking with bookers, and watching incredible acts, this thought hit me: Everyone wants to get paid $3,000 for a show. Of course you would! But would you spend $3,000 to stand in front of the people who can actually give you those gigs? That’s the real test of belief. There’s no guarantee you’ll book anything. You might land

Witness the journey of a true fire artist! This video features highlights from an intense one-on-one session with my student, Andrea, an experienced performance artist who was determined to overcome her fear and dramatically expand her abilities as a fire eater and handler. Watch as she steps out of her comfort zone and masters new techniques, transforming fear into fuel. Andrea did an absolutely amazing job, and I'm excited to see the incredible new routines she'll create ne

When I, Mr. Bill Berry, mentor up-and-coming performers, I often tell them, “You have to have accolades to grow as a professional.” But what does that really mean? Accolades aren’t just trophies or medals (though those help). They’re the stories, testimonials, and marks of credibility that prove you’re more than just someone who can do tricks—you’re a professional who can deliver value to audiences, clients, and event organizers again and again. When you’re first starting out

Last night, history was made. For the first time ever, a sword swallower swallowed a sword with a butcher knife attached to the handle, took a bow, and then used that same knife to cut a wedding cake. They say there’s nothing new under the sun, that everything has already been done — but don’t believe it. There are still new frontiers to explore, new art to invent, new possibilities waiting for those bold enough to try. I’m Mr. Bill Berry — three-time world juggling champion,

Meet Kiki — my amazing fire handling student who, in just her second session, is already manipulating flame, eating fire, and yes… we even LIT HER ON FIRE! 🔥 This is what focus, courage, and expert instruction can create. I’m Bill Berry, author of Embracing the Flame — available now on Amazon: https://a.co/d/95JZy0P Want to learn professional fire handling safely and skillfully? Join my training community at patreon.com/mrbillberry to get started. 🎵 Music Credits: “Paradise

Last night, three of my students performed stand-up comedy for the very first time, and they crushed it. Stepping on stage takes courage, timing, and heart, and each of them brought all three. Here’s a quick highlight reel from their debut sets. Give it a watch, show them some love, and maybe get inspired to grab a mic yourself someday. Comedy is just one part of the journey to becoming a full-time entertainer. If you’re ready to step it up, start getting higher-paying gigs,

This story is a teaser from Chapter 25 of my upcoming book. It was 1997, I was 19 years old, and at the very beginning of my career as an...

If you’re drawn to variety arts, acrobatics, fire handling, or sword swallowing, chances are you already know you’re cut from a different...

If you want to get booked, you need more than talent. You need presence. You need connection. And you need the right promotional photos....

A Portrait: The Student Who Didn’t Wait One student I worked with had sky-high ambitions: the biggest stages, the largest crowds, beyond...

This is (WAS) my truck. Pretty, isn’t it? But here’s the thing—this truck was the only thing standing between me and the next chapter of...

Curious about what it really takes to become a sword swallower? I just released a new article on Patreon where I dive into the three most...

What you’re about to see is one of the most unforgettable performances I’ve ever encountered. The while the video quality may not be...

Have you ever dreamed of traveling the world while doing what you love on stage? Imagine waking up in a new country every morning,...

Since I became a sword swallower nearly three decades ago, I’ve gotten a lot of questions, but there are three that come up again and...

When I met Bill Berry, I had already been street performing for a while, doing small local shows, stilt walking, balloon twisting, mime,...

I went through 341 old notes and cleared them out. I’m left with just 25 strange, uncategorized ones, too random to bother sorting, so...

To everyone who already ordered—thank you. Your support means the world to me. Every book I send out is another spark in this wild...

In this sequence, I swallow a sword, balance a juggling club on my forehead, drop it behind me, kick it off the bottom of my foot, and...