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What makes a performer great? The question is very difficult to tackle head-on because not only is the answer totally subjective, but we should agree that there are many different types of wonderful performers. Each one has carefully honed his or her personal brand of charm and appeal, which lets the artist connect with the audience in a way that's unique. When examining common themes shared by great onstage performers, that's the best place to start: the message the performer sends.