What’s in Your Backpack?

Interested in traveling with your show? Want to cover your bases for any situation that may happen at a gig? if you are (or aspire to be) a full-time entertainer, you’ll quickly find a few must-have items. These are the things that you can’t leave home without. By the end of this episode, you’ll learn what items to pack, why they’re crucial, and where to get them.

ITEM LIST

BACKPACK

• Wenger Laptop Backpack

SHOW CONTROL

• Apple MackBook Pro – Show Computer

• USB-C Hub for MacBook Pro

• QLab by Figure 53

• Audio Ape / Media Monkey

• Apple iPad – Active Cues Display

• Lab Monkey – QLab Stage Monitor

• Samsung Flash Drive

AUDIO

• RODE smartLav Lapel Microphone

• RODE smartLav 20 ft extension cable

• RODE XLR to 3.5 mm Jack Adapter

• 3.5 mm TS to 1/4″ Cable

• 1/4″ TRS to 1/4″ TRS Cable

• RCA to 3.5 mm Cable

• Bongo Ties – Cable Management

• AirPods

VIDEO

• Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter

• Apple USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter

PHONE & POWER ACCESSORIES

• Lighting to 3.5mm Headphone Adapter

• Apple Charging Cord

• Apple USB Power Adapter

• Mophie JuicePack Phone Charger

• World Traveler Adapter Kit

STAGE PROPS & ACCESSORIES

• Nick Lewin’s Ultimate Microphone Holder

• Harbin Folding Table (Aluminum)

• Fabric Storage Cube – Black

FOOD & BEVERAGE

• AeroPress Go – Travel Coffee Press

• RX Protein Bars (Variety Pack of 24)

• Stainless Steel Water Bottle

• Insulated Coffee Mug

MISC

• Entertainer’s Secret – Throat Spray

• Hand Sanitizer

• Lens Wipes

• Keychain Flashlight w/ Bottle Opener

• Sick Kit

• Chap Stick

• House Key

• Sharpie

That’s it! What do I ask in return for sharing this with you? A comment or a share would be awesome! Really though, I hope to save you a lot of time and frustration. Find what works for you and keep spreading joy through magic and entertainment. Together we can make a difference through smiles and laughter – one show at a time. Cheers!

What items are essential for your show?