Mind Reader comes to Fringe 2011

New Zealand’s very own Mentalist is bringing an extended version of his show to the Fringe Festival in Wellington next February and looks set to wow audiences with his mysterious ‘mind reading’ methods.

Robert Haley, who hails from Wellington, doesn’t profess to be actually psychic but does use sophisticated observation and suggestion techniques make him appear to read minds.

“I use the term ‘mind reader’ in a very tongue-in-cheek way but the result I achieve is very similar. People do get very taken aback by how much I can deduce,’ says Robert.

In the early 1900’s the term ‘mentalist’ was very familia, especially amongst those in high society. It was considered great theatre to see a mentalist perform.

Those performances used to be framed as ‘psychic’ demonstrations but Robert believes this is unnecessary nowadays as the modern audience will be more impressed with the level of skill that is involved.

Over the last few years, Robert has charmed audiences throughout New Zealand, Australia and London with his mentalist act.

“I have been fortunate with the help of television shows like Lie to Me and The Mentalist in refreshing this sort of theatre and bringing into the 21st century”.

What: Robert Haley – Mind Reader, part of Fringe Festival 2011

Where: The Garden Club, 13 Dixon St, Wellington.

When: 18th & 19th February 2011, doors open 7.30pm

Tickets from:

www.eventfinder.co.nz or door sales on the night

Adults $18, Students & Unwaged $14.

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