For the past 8 years Stef has made Billionaire Arab sheiks in the Seychelles, Springbok rugby players at product launches, supermodels on cruise ships and the boy next-door all “sleep”.

“Sidesplitting Hypnosis” is an amazing, extreme, fast-paced show. You can expect wacky reactions from those who volunteer to put themselves under the spell of Stef’s voice.

The show is a highly entertaining journey into the world of the subconscious. A funnier show you have never seen! Stef has the unique ability of making subjects feel exceptional on stage, while still making them wonderfully amusing.

In just a few minutes, subjects on stage are transformed into being washing machines, famous people, headmasters, ballet dancers and finally eating an onion believing it is an apple.

Ideal for corporate and private functions, product launches, fundraisers, festivals or any other social event.

With so much energy on tap, Stef is consistently able to turn even a relatively quiet and conservative audience into a group of giggling and laughing schoolgirls. Hypnosis is often voted the favorite type of variety entertainment. That's because audience participation takes on a whole new meaning when volunteers are brought up on stage and quickly placed into a hypnotic trance. From this point forward, the laughter is non-stop. The subjects then become the stars of the show.

For the rest of the audience watching, it is incredibly funny and simply mind-boggling! Stef has often been called the nation's most resourceful and extraordinary stage hypnotist. He has mesmerised audiences in both South Africa and in over 70 countries with his astoundingly strong stage presence.

Stef has done this show in front of a crowd of 40 000 at the Splash festival in Port Elizabeth, but the show is suitable for groups as small as 40 people.

Let Stef be your first choice at your next company event. The response from staff and guests enjoying the performance will speak for itself. “Sidesplitting Hypnosis” makes any evening a huge triumph (especially when dealing with management and clients). So don’t take any chances, choose entertainment you can rely on.

“Sidesplitting Hypnosis” has been quoted as “incredible”, “fantastic”, “ out of this world”, “unbelievable” and “Extraordinary” by many of South Africa’ s top corporations. It has 'wowed' many an audience. And that’s exactly what you want - sure, unfailing, dependably successful functions.

No two shows are ever alike. The only thing that shows do have in common is that every presentation is packed with laughs, full of audience participation, and always clean and appropriate for every audience!

If you are still unsure if this show is unsuitable for your function, ask someone who has seen it! It is exactly for this reason that Stef has been the best-selling solo artist at the Grahamstown National arts festival (the second largest fringe festival in the world) for the last 5 years.

Frequently asked Questions

Is the show safe?
YES. Hypnosis itself is completely safe. There is absolutely no danger of going into hypnosis and never coming out - hypnosis just doesn't work that way. There are no side effects caused by someone going into hypnosis. Furthermore, Stef is a skilled hypnotist who always keeps in mind the safety of his subjects.

Still asking yourself if this show is appropriate?
Having performed at so many shows, Stef has a good grasp of his audience. Whether performing at a comedy club, high school, university, or your corporate function, everything is squeaky clean (unless requested as an Adults-only show). There is nothing nasty, vulgar, sexual, sexist, racist, or political in the show. From beginning to end, your audience will keep laughing from first-rate clean fun. You can rest assured that there won't be any uncomfortable moments for anyone.

How long is the show?
Stef is able to provide a hypnosis show of virtually any length of time. Although he understands that sometimes his clients are working with time constraints beyond their control, the show can last from as little as 40mins to a maximum 120mins (including optional intervals).

How does Stef choose his volunteers?
Stef begins his show with a brief introduction of what hypnosis is. He then explains to the audience the requirements to be a volunteer and what one should expect should they decide to join him on stage. Stef then makes a call for volunteers and doesn’t call anyone specifically onto the stage, thus allowing the audience to see that nothing is 'set up' or prearranged with volunteers.

Does Stef explain what hypnosis is?
Absolutely. Everyone is enthralled with hypnosis. People are always asking him about it. They don't just want to observe it - they want to know "Why" and "How" it works. During the show Stef explains the basics to his audience as he dispels the myths and misconceptions that people have.

We have no stage. Is this a problem?
Absolutely not. One thing about a hypnosis show is that it is entirely flexible. As long as we have a little space, a sound system, and a few volunteers - there is no problem!

I would like to combine the Hypnosis show and a motivational talk. Is this possible?
For sure! “The Brighter side of life”, Stef’s motivational talk links the use of self - hypnosis techniques in the real world with the ability to really achieve something fantastic in our lives. It will inspire, unite and revolutionize your workforce. The show often features as the evening “social” event at a corporate weekend, followed by the talk the next morning, a perfect combination. As mentioned, after seeing “Sidesplitting”, everyone wants to know….
Also see the Hypnotherapy section for more information on hypnosis.
Stef's intention is that when he leaves, the client says "Yeah! We got our monies worth!" He is so confident of the success of his work that he happily offers a guarantee:“ No satisfaction, No pay!”