Definitions by Victor Reiner

dog and pony show

A demonstration or proof of concept (often done for a client) to prove the product works as sold or to show how a design on paper looks once actually built. May or may not be a waste of time. Used in the special effects industry among many others.

I have a Dog and Pony show for the director this afternoon. He wants to see how the exploding car rig looks on film.

dog and pony show by Victor Reiner October 3, 2006