As a sort of parallel to the character issue, another question is “What do I want to say?”
This doesn’t mean in a political sense, although Magic has been used quite effectively to communicate a particular viewpoint, from Christianity to recycling initiatives. (I’ve already determined that this show will be about the spectators themselves and their abilities.) Instead, my “message” is about the history of ESP research and the exploration of the mind.
I remember quite a bit from documents I read long ago, but not enough to talk convincingly. But that previous knowledge will go a long way toward pointing the direction for further research.
Some keywords would be Dr. J.B. Rhine, Duke University
Now is when the Asperger will be a benefit, because for the next little while, I’ll be compiling data, nothing more. While some things I find may stand out as obviously being either essential or unacceptable, I won’t be actively applying value to any particular piece of information just yet. Sort of like “brainstorming”, but with me as the only player.
The snow outside has turned to ice, so nobody’s going anywhere. Time to fire up the browser!