What exactly do you do?
I decipher body language. By using observation and various theatrical tricks, I try to tell what people are thinking. I involve members of the audience in all kinds of onstage games about nonverbal communication. There’s no one good word for what I do, but 'fun' sure seems to be a recurring theme!

What kinds of abilities do you have?
I read body language and I have a well trained memory. It’s not a perfect photographic memory, but it allows me to memorize extremely long lists, sometimes over one hundred items. I can memorize a shuffled stack of playing cards in just a few minutes. All of these skills combined with the dazzle of theatrical showmanship make for a pretty good time with audiences on stage. I also have double jointed thumbs.

What if audience members have thoughts they’d rather keep to themselves?
To be honest, I actually can’t ‘read’ anything a person truly doesn’t want me to know. I might be able to tell what’s happening on the surface, but deep dark secrets are out of reach for me. I’m not psychic and if someone really doesn’t want to tell me something I can’t force it out of them. Not legally, anyway.

What kinds of events do you perform for?
A wide range of events. I perform for private parties, student orientations, company get togethers, schools, fundraisers, after-dinner engagements, and corporate events. Really, anyone that is looking for some kind unique, thought-provoking entertainment. Most people come to me because they want their event to be especially unique in some fashion. They want their guests to have a very memorable time.

Are there occasions that you are NOT good for?
Hmm. Good question. Maybe, younger crowds. My performances are really geared toward young adults and above. High school is usually the youngest. You wouldn’t want me for, say, a children’s birthday party. Project Grad or private grad parties are all right though. Also, gardening. I’m a horrible gardener.

What about audience participation?
Tons of audience participation. After all, I can't read body language if there are no other bodies present. The 'Mind Reading' program is geared entirely around games with audience participants.

Will you be able to come early for set up?
Absolutely. In fact, it’s what I prefer. I am more than happy to come in before the event for no additional charge. I always want to make sure I am familiar with the performance space so I can address any potential problems before they arise. The smoother the show for me, the better the entertainment for you.

How much does a show cost?
Rates are different for every show. Many things factor into the price of a show. Traveling distance, audience size, show length. These are important factors that change from event to event. If you shoot an email with your event information I can send you the customized rate for your event. Emails can be sent to info@mentalchris.com or to inquire about a show fill out this basic information form to receive a quote.