In my line of work, there is always a line floating around about whether I'm able to do what I do by reading body language. 

I hate to say this, but that is a fiction started by magicians posing as mindreaders. 

When I do my shows, I am using a form of body reading, not body language. This is a way of looking at a person and perceiving a ton of information about the person, more than a word they wrote on a  piece of paper or some playing card that was picked out from a deck.

That's one of the reasons my shows stand out from the rest, because I'm not doing cute tricks with convenient (and untruthful) explanations. There is so much more that happens, and so much more astonishment that takes place. And I teach you how to engage your own intuition, too!

One time I was confronted by someone afterwards, thinking they knew "how" I did a particular thing in my show. He was an engineer. He said, "I know how you did that!" and then proceeded with a long explanation of procedure. I smiled and said, "Well, that's one way to do it, but how did I know X, Y and Z?" listing a litany of things that didn't fit his explanation at all.

The look in his eyes was classic: you could almost see the short circuiting sparks in his brain. He walked away speechless (and probably went home trying to "research" more ideas!).

Over the years, I have gained quite a reputation about my predictions. From Super Bowls to political contests, I tend to pick the winners.

I have had a number of people asking who I think will win the presidential election in 2024. And I have to tell the truth: it's all up in the air, folks!

I foresee that many things will be brought to light that have not been talked about or even contemplated before now. Over the months of July and August, watch and see what happens, because news will indeed be news!

And for my prediction, I have already written it down, and is safely locked away. It will be opened after the winner is declared for verification, and not until then.

Wait a minute....isn't this the middle of the year? 

Yes it is, which means that I'm already getting requests to book shows for Holiday Parties!

Some are Hypnosis Shows, others are Mentalism Shows, both with plenty of comedy, astonishment and great times! Every year, the calendar fills up quickly with corporate shows and private parties, so if you're on the fence about entertainment for the Holidays this year, cont​act us and see what we can do for you!

Just a little warning: putting things off to the last minute often means that either the date you want is already booked, or the cost may be very high, since time is at a premium. So save money, save yourself from additional holiday stress, and book your Holiday Mentalism Show or Hypnosis Show soon!

While I love to do shows and handwriting analysis to entertain people, I also love to help others develop their skills to become better and more productive in their work and career.

Many of the topics I cover in my Corporate Keynote Presentations center around a specific theme that everyone at the talk can learn, experience, and practice.

If you would like to:

• Have a better memory
• Know what people are thinking
• Be able to influence people
• Be stress-free and relaxed
• Be more confident
• Be more focused

Then a Corporate Keynote Presentation might be just what you're looking for.  There are presentations I've developed for each of these topics and more. Contact me, and we can chat about the possibilities!

This past weekend, I traveled to Iowa to perform a Comedy Hypnosis Show for a large and amazing birthday party, and it was so much fun!

Lots of people, lots of laughs, and it was a great time for all ages. That's one of the things that makes me unique: I put on a family-friendly show that is safe for all ages.

The review speaks for itself:

"​Excellent show! Don was very patient at our event with set up and getting started. He puts on a very family friendly show, while still being entertaining to everyone! Would highly recommend him for any hypnotist needs!!"

It was a great night, and a wonderful experience! I love providing great entertainment!

I really want to book you for a show, but the place we're having the party has no sound system at all. Will everyone be able to hear you?

I get this question every once in a while, and I can tell you with confidence, that there will ALWAYS be sound support, if it's needed. While Bachelorette Parties often don't need any sound support, larger parties and events are another story!

I have a complete portable PA system that I am able to bring to any venue for sound support. I will need only one electrical outlet, and everything is good to go! And it's not an extra charge!

I enjoy entertaining people in all sorts of environments, so amplification is never a problem.

I LOVE to watch old movies! In fact, my act is largely inspired by the movies of the 1930's, 40's and 50's, with all their quirky sense of mystery and drama. It makes for great stories and comedy!

I had the chance to watch Chandu the Magician (1932). This movie is such a treat! Now granted it gets yogis and India culture completely wrong, and has all the hallmarks and prejudices of a very different time, so one must remember context. At the same time, the presentation of hypnosis is downright fun!

The premise in the movie is that Chandu's ability to manipulate reality (magic) and perception (hypnosis) has to do with his eyes. If people only look in his eyes, they fall under his hypnotic spell! 

Of course, this isn't quite how hypnosis works in real life. It's a little more involved than that. However, it provides for some awesome entertainment during my Hypnosis Show, when some of the scenes in this classic movie come to life on-stage!

If you get the chance, take a look at Chandu the Magician, and see what you think!

When someone comes across my website, there is sometimes the question of whether they should ask for a Mentalism show, Hypnosis show, or a combination of both. 

The truth is that both shows are fun, funny, and plenty of amazement mixed in. And every volunteer and audience member is treated with respect and dignity.

A Mentalism show works more along the lines of volunteers focusing on specific thoughts and I try to tell you what you're thinking! It's really a lot of fun, and plays better than it reads on paper. No startling secrets are revealed from people's lives, and everyone has a great time!

A Hypnosis show is exactly what it sounds like. Volunteers are hypnotized, and then they do some funny antics over the course of the show. No one is put in an embarrassing situation, and there's plenty of laughter.

The key to deciding which show  to book has to do with your guests.

If your guests are "party people" who like to have a fun time, have few inhibitions about being in front of people, and are open to the possibility of participating and being hypnotized, then the Hypnosis Show may be a great idea.

If your guests prefer not to be in front of groups of people, are a little squeamish about doing funny things in full view of everyone, unsure about the possibility of participating and being hypnotized, and would rather sit back, relax, and enjoy the show, then a Mentalism Show is a better choice.

This is a question I get a lot: can anyone be Hypnotized, or can only certain people be good subjects?

Put simply, anyone can be Hypnotized if they want to be. If someone doesn't want to be hypnotized, then they won't!

It's a matter of permission and cooperation. As I say in every show, I'm not trying to have power over anyone. Instead, we are all working together to have a great experience and a fun show!

So it's not a matter of intelligence, social status, career, ethnicity, or any other factor. It is a matter of willingly cooperating with the hypnotist. It's that simple!

There seems to be a controversy about Comedy Mentalism. Is it funny/ Am I making fun of mentalists or psychics? What is it?

Comedy Mentalism - the way I perform it - is mindreading and mental/Metaphysical feats as a conduit for laughter and enjoyment. In other words, I am performing so that you can have FUN!

I'm not trying to convince you I'm a psychic or a medium. I'm not trying to start a cult or a church. I'm not trying to convince you of anything. 

Instead, I'm helping you have a great time at your event. Yes, there is amazement. Yes, you will be left scratching your head, wondering, "How did he know that?" AND you will also be laughing, enjoying yourself and having a great time.

I don't make fun of mentalists or psychics. And I certainly am not going to embarrass anyone at my shows. 

So relax! Have a great time! And enjoy the mysteries of the mind!