Hyprov: Where Hypnotism Meets Improv Comedy
If you thought hypnotism was just a party trick or a relic of a variety of shows, think again. “ Hyprov ,” a groundbreaking fusion of hypnotism and improvisational comedy, is redefining what it means to entertain. Its roots in the theatrical and comedic expertise of Colin Mochrie, the beloved star of Whose Line Is It Anyway? and the hypnotic power of Asad Mecci, has turned Hyprov into a spectacular live show. Recently rehearsed at the Improv Asylum in New York before its official premiere, this show proves that laughter and hypnosis can go hand in hand. How Hypnosis Unlocks Comedy Gold The heart of “Hyprov” lies in the notion that hypnosis can liberate participants from their inner critic, which is what usually strangles creativity. Asad Mecci , a charming hypnotist, starts the show by inviting 20 volunteers from the audience. He then puts them through a series of exercises to identify the five most suggestible participants and places them in a hypnotic state. What follows is a series ...