If you had told me on Friday that I’d spend my weekend going between a  24th birthday soirée and a high-energy post-prom party at 3:00 AM, I would’ve asked you to check your own pulse. But here we are, Tuesday morning, and my brain is still buzzing from the sheer contrast of it all.
Here’s a look behind the curtain at two very different, very magical nights.

The 24th: Mind Reading & MerlotThe weekend kicked off with a 24th birthday party that was so much fun Think dim lighting, artisanal cocktails, and a guest list of young professionals who were—at first—rightfully skeptical.

• The Atmosphere: Elegant but intimate.
  
• The Highlight: I performed a piece involving a guest’s first heartbreak. The room went silent when I whispered a name no one in that city could have possibly known.
  
• The Takeaway: At 24, people are in that sweet spot of being old enough to appreciate the craft, but young enough to still let their jaws drop. It wasn't just about the "tricks"; it was about the shared connection.
  

The Post-Prom Graveyard Shift: 3:00 AM ChaosFast forward 24 hours. I found myself in a high school gymnasium smelling of energy drinks and expensive cologne. It was 3:00 AM. I was performing for 200 teenagers who had been awake for twenty hours straight.
"I’ve never seen a group of people more simultaneously exhausted and caffeinated. It’s a dangerous combination for a mentalist."

• The Energy: Pure, unadulterated chaos.
  
• The Challenge: Keeping the attention of a crowd that is biologically programmed to be asleep. I had to pivot from psychological subtleties to "flashy" mentalism—bending spoons and predicting text messages in real-time.
  
• The Win: There is nothing quite like the roar of a hundred seniors when you successfully "hack" a student's phone passcode. It’s better than any alarm clock.
  

The Tale of the TapeFeatureThe 24th BirthdayThe Post-PromStart Time8:30 PM3:00 AM
Beverage of ChoiceEspresso MartiniMonster Energy
Crowd SkepticismHigh (Intellectual)Low (Pure Adrenaline)
Reaction StyleGasps and "No Way"Literal Screaming and Running Away
Final ThoughtsWhether it’s a living room in the city or a gymnasium in the suburbs, the core of what I do remains the same: reminding people that the world is a little more mysterious than it looks. One group was celebrating the start of their "real" adulthood, the other was mourning the end of their childhood. Both needed a moment of wonder to mark the occasion.
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to go sleep for the next fourteen hours.

Planning a bachelorette party usually follows a familiar script: a nice dinner, maybe a pedal pub through downtown, and the standard "night out" festivities. But if you are the Maid of Honor looking to level up the weekend with something your best friend will actually talk about for years, it’s time to think outside the box!

Enter Don Marlette.

If you want an experience that is sophisticated, hilarious, and genuinely mind-blowing, here is why a professional mentalist and entertainer is the secret weapon for your St. Cloud or Twin Cities bachelorette bash.

• The Ultimate Icebreaker: Bachelorette parties often bring together different "worlds" of the bride’s life: college roommates, childhood besties, and work friends. Mentalism completely dissolves any "getting to know you" awkwardness. When Don starts revealing the name of someone’s first crush or correctly identifying a hidden drawing, the group isn't just watching a show, they are sharing a collective "How did he know that?!" moment.
  
  
• Interactive, Clean Comedy: You want "wild," but you also want "classy." Don’s performances balance incredible mental feats with high-energy comedy that keeps everyone laughing without making things uncomfortable. The bride is always the star of the show!
  
  
• It Fits Anywhere: Whether you’ve booked a suite at a boutique hotel, a private room at a local restaurant, or you're hosting a cozy "girls' night in" at a house at the lake, the entertainment is completely flexible to any situation.

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• Location: Serving St. Cloud, Minneapolis, and surrounding areas.
• Specialties: Mindreading/Psychic Entertainment and Handwriting Analysis.
• Vibe: Mind-blowing mystery meets "good clean fun."

Dates for the 2026 wedding season are filling up fast! Reach out today to check availability and get a quote for a custom performance tailored to your group.

When you’re planning a corporate event, a private party, or a local event, the goal is always the same: you want people to talk about it for months. You want an experience that breaks the ice, sparks conversation, and leaves guests questioning the very fabric of reality.

While traditional music or comedy acts are wonderful, there is something uniquely magnetic about mentalism. It isn’t just a performance; it’s an interactive journey. Here is why mindreading is the ultimate "X-factor" for your next event.

1. It Turns Spectators Into Stars.  Unlike a stage play where the audience sits in the dark, mentalism requires a "co-pilot." Whether it’s revealing the name of a first crush or identifying a word someone is thinking of, the audience provides the content. This creates a deeply personal connection that makes every guest feel like they are part of the magic.

2. The Ultimate Icebreaker.  In a room full of strangers (or even colleagues who usually only talk shop) nothing dissolves barriers faster than a shared "How did he do that?" moment. Strolling mentalism (also known as "mix-and-mingle") is designed to flow between groups, creating pockets of energy and laughter that keep the atmosphere buzzing.

3. Sophisticated, Safe, and Professional.  Mentalism offers a level of sophistication that fits perfectly into a professional environment. It’s clean, intellectual, and focuses on the incredible potential of the human mind. It’s an entertainment style that respects the audience while still being utterly mind-blowing.

Ready to Elevate Your Event?  Whether you are looking for a high-energy stage show or intimate, close-up demonstrations, Don Marlette provides a world-class experience that your guests will never forget.

Dates fill up quickly, especially for peak seasons. If you’re looking to bring a touch of the impossible to your next gathering, let's connect and discuss how we can tailor a performance to your specific audience.
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At last I can sit down to write a little bit!

January has been another busy month of shows, for IT companies, and working with some smaller companies too, making some wonderful and fun memories!

Since the last time I posted to the blog, I have been busy with shows, from a full theater show in Cresco, IA, to the Christmas corporate shows that are still going on through the end of January!

Here are some highlights:

Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of performing a Mentalism show for DBS in Duluth, MN, for their corporate Christmas party. This is the second year I've done a show for them, and it was a great time! I do a different show every time, so the amazing mindreading kept going!

A few days ago, I was honored to entertain a wonderful group at Allianz in Minneapolis, and it was an amazing time! It was the first group I've encountered that actually stumped the Mentalist (me) at one point in the show.

Tonight I'm off to do a hilarious Hypnosis Show for Central Portfolio Control in the Minneapolis area. It's going to be a night they'll remember!

And in the meantime, I've already been scheduling Post-Prom  Mentalism and Hypnosis shows for May and June.

I wish you all Happy Holidays!

I had a wonderful time this past weekend providing 3 back-to-back half-hour shows at the University of Minnesota for incoming students! Lots of mindreading, amazement, and laughs! 

(I wish I had pictures to share, but there was no photographer on hand for the evening.)

It's been a while since I've written on the blog! There have been Bachelorette parties this summer, which are always so much fun! 

There are always a couple of highlights at every performance, including my psychic Questions & Answers, as well as an unforgettable ending to the whole show.

Everyone always has a great time, and it creates a great atmosphere of fun and warmth!

Had a great show at Tech High School in St Cloud, MN, this past weekend! Of course, no one knew that I usually do Mindreading at the beginning of the show, just to lighten things up, so the gasps of amazement as minds were being read were beyond belief!

I had hoped to have a couple of pictures and video clips to show you, but technical problems got in the way at the last minute.

Congratulations Tech Class of 2025!

Just when you thought school was out... The new school year of Fall 2025 is already on the minds of High School and College Event Planners! If you're looking for some fun, amazing and empowering entertainment for the beginning of the school year, or even for the incoming freshman class, Contact Us to find out how Mentalism and Hypnosis Shows can be just the right addition to your events!

The Post-prom parties and Graduation celebrations are in full swing right now, and I find myself very busy, and on the road from place to place!

The Mindreading Mentalism Show has been especially a hit, as has the Hypnosis Show, often a favorite in the wee hours of the morning. It's always a great feeling to add that extra amount of fun, laughs, and mystery to make graduation or prom night a memorable time!

Some parents are even catching me after the show for information about entertaining for upcoming Bachelorette parties for their friends, which are always a blast!