Comedy Hypnosis Theatre Show
Ticketed comedy hypnosis for theatres, performing arts centers, casinos and festivals. Two versions available — family-friendly (12+) and late-night adult (PG-13). 38 countries, 6,000+ shows performed.
Richard Barker — “The Incredible Hypnotist” — performs ticketed comedy hypnosis shows in theatres, performing arts centers, casinos and public venues across the United States. Based in Orlando, Florida, with 20+ years of experience, performances in 38 countries, and TV credits on The Today Show, The Late Late Show with James Corden, and Entertainment Tonight. Available for theatre residencies, one-night public shows, fundraisers, casino entertainment and festival headliner slots.
One Act
(or 2×45 w/ interval)
Max Audience
Black-box to PAC
Countries
Performed In
Family Version
or Late-Night Adult
Why book the Incredible Hypnotist for your venue?
Every show is different
Volunteers from your audience make each performance entirely unique — guaranteeing repeat ticket buyers and the strongest word-of-mouth of any comedy format on the touring circuit.
Two versions for any room
Family-friendly (ages 12+) for matinees, fundraisers and casino early-shows. Late-night PG-13 for adult ticketed audiences. Both versions are clean, safe and professionally produced.
Strong local press hooks
Richard’s TV credits — The Today Show, James Corden, ET — make for easy local press in any market. Hi-res poster art, social kit, TV trailer and radio drops included with every booking.
Family-Friendly vs. Late-Night
Family Show (recommended: 12+)
Rated suitable for ages 12+. The right fit for matinees, family entertainment series, fundraisers and casino early-evening showrooms. High energy, no profanity, no embarrassing situations for volunteers.
Late-Night Theatre (PG-13)
Edgier humor for adult ticketed audiences — still 100% clean and professionally managed, but with sharper comedy timing designed for a 9pm+ crowd. Ideal for date nights, comedy clubs and late-night showrooms.
Group Sales & Corporate Buyouts
Both versions available for full corporate theatre buyouts, private fundraisers and group-sales campaigns. Richard’s team can provide social proof assets and marketing support for group outreach.
Technical Requirements
Everything your production manager needs to confirm the date. Full tech rider available on request.
- Runtime: 90 min (or 2 × 45 min with 20-min interval for venues needing bar sales)
- Audience: 150–3,500 seats — black-box to PAC, casino showroom, civic auditorium, festival main stage
- Stage: minimum 20 ft wide × 15 ft deep proscenium
- Chairs: 12 standard armless chairs in a curved row centrestage
- Sound: wireless headset mic + house PA (no rider band required)
- Lighting: standard wash; specials and follow-spot welcomed
- Load-in: 60-minute soundcheck on day of show
- Fee structure: flat-fee buyout, guarantee + door split, or four-wall arrangement
Theatre Presenter FAQ
What theatre directors, casino entertainment managers and festival producers ask before booking.
How long is a public theatre show?
The standard ticketed theatre show runs 90 minutes with no intermission, or 2 × 45 minutes with a 20-minute intermission for venues that need bar/concession sales. Meet-and-greet and photo line afterward is included on request.
What size venue does it work for?
From 150-seat black-box theatres to 3,500-seat performing arts centers. The show has played casino showrooms, resort theatres, college performing arts halls, civic auditoriums, festival main stages and outdoor amphitheaters.
What is the typical fee structure?
Richard works on flat-fee buyouts, guarantee + door splits, and four-wall arrangements depending on the venue. Quotes are tailored to room capacity, ticket price and marketing support. Group sales and corporate buyouts are welcomed.
What marketing assets are provided to theatres and presenters?
Hi-res poster artwork, social media kit, broadcast-quality TV trailer, radio drops, press release template and headshots. Richard’s TV credits (The Today Show, James Corden, Entertainment Tonight) make for strong local press hooks in any market.
Is it family-friendly?
Yes — Richard offers two versions. The family version is rated suitable for ages 12+ and is the right fit for matinees, family entertainment series, fundraisers and casino early-evening showrooms. The late-night version is PG-13 for adult ticketed audiences. Both are 100% clean of profanity and never put a volunteer in a genuinely embarrassing situation.
Book the Incredible Hypnotist for Your Theatre
Buyout, split or four-wall — most theatre quotes returned within 48 hours.