Choose Fringe – Matt Hale’s high-octane TOP FUN! 80s Hypnosis Spectacular is going down a storm with audiences in Edinburgh.
With more bounce than kangaroo on a trampoline, it’s the first time the comedy hypnotist has presented the show outside Australia.
The shows were selling out even in the first week of Matt’s debut Edinburgh season.
It’s a fabulously frivolous tribute to 80s culture, revelling in the music, movies and fashions of the time – whether it’s Top Gun, Wham or Frankie Goes to Hollywood.
Each performance sees a dozen delighted volunteers join him on stage to be hypnotised – and join with Matt in umpteen entertaining antics.
But his irrepressible energy and humour mean the temptation to get involved can prove irresistible for everyone.
The ★★★★★ review from One4Review says calls it “A fun filled show that takes you back to the good times and has you on your feet dancing and singing to the music”.
Matt says: “It’s been just great and we’re inviting everyone to grab their Day-Glo shell suits, shoulder pads and Rubik’s Cubes and come along for an hour of ridiculous, high-octane, entertainment.
“It’s been a crazy few years and I think we all just want to get out and have some fun. And there’s not much more fun than an 80s party – so that’s what we’re having up there on stage.
“I’m a cliché buster … no shows feature swinging watches and all come with my ‘100% chicken free guarantee!’. And I like to take the mystery out of hypnosis and show people how and why it works, and even let them experience it themselves.”
TOP FUN! 80s Hypnosis Spectacular won superb critical and audience reviews at the Adelaide Fringe and Perth’s Fringe World.
Hi-Fi Way describes it as “an 80s hypnotic extravaganza!” while Urban List, said it’s “sure to blow your mind”.
The show is suitable for families, all ages (though only over 18s go on stage) and tastes. No two shows are ever the same, but they will all leave you feeling fantastic.
A regular on Australian TV Matt is renowned for his modern brand of hypno-laughs that turns the traditional hypnosis show on its head.
Based in Perth, but originally from the UK, Matt has never before performed at the Edinburgh Fringe as is looking forward to it hugely.
When volunteers join him on stage he uses their focussed imagination to unlock the incredible abilities of their minds.
With the power of suggestion, audience members find themselves on a wildly fun 80s ride, featuring air guitars, bizarre walks, unusual jet fighter skills, strange animal noises, and the best dance moves you’ll see this side of 1985!
And all set to an upbeat soundtrack of your favourite 80s hits that has the whole audience singing along.
★★★★★ “The laughter is uncontrollable!” Fringefeed
★★★★★ “A rollicking good-time.” SeeEatDoReview
★★★★★ “Had the crowd roaring with laughter.” Perth Happenings
★★★★½ “Stomach grabbing humour … not to be missed!” The Advertiser
★★★★½ “The craziest kind of chaos!” Hi-Fi Way.
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Notes for editors
- Interviews available – just get in touch.
- Media pack with photos and videos: https://go.matthale.com.au/mediapackEF
Listings Details
- Venue: Gilded Balloon, Patter Hoose, Big Yin (Venue 24)
- Time: 17:00
- Dates: 2-27 August (except 14th).
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Ticket prices: £10 to £14
- Advisory: Age 8+ (only over 18s allowed on stage)
- Tickets: https://tickets.edfringe.com
Cast and creatives
- Company: Mathryn Enterprises Pty Ltd
- Performer: Hypnotist Matt Hale
About Matt Hale
Winner of three Australian national comedy awards, Matt regularly travels the world with his shows, having toured Asia the UK and having performed on some of the world’s largest cruise ships.
He’s appeared in media worldwide and, in addition to his live shows, pops up regularly on Australian TV. He’s a bestselling author and keynote speaker with his book and presentation “Mindhacking Happiness”, has released his own range of Mindhacks audio programmes, and conducts group seminars on subjects including memory, stressbusting, motivation, weight management, and smoking cessation. Oh, and he’s also currently officially 1000/1 to play the next James Bond! (no, really!!! Check out his TEDx talk!)
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook @hypnohale
Website: www.MattHale.co
For media information contact Matthew Shelley at SFPR on 07786 704299 or at [email protected].