Mecci and Mochrie are convinced that regular folks who are hypnotized are often funnier than comic actors working from written material. The pro performers send audience members into a suspended state, then create sketches, on the spot. The terrific improv comic Colin Mochrie of “Whose Line is it Anyway?” has been the first in a string of improvisational co-stars. Veteran hypnotist Asad Mecci is the show’s dedicated host. Wednesdays through Sundays go to for details. The show premiers at Harrah’s Showroom this weekend, alternating with headliner Donny Osmond (let’s hypnotize Donny one time, yes?). The new stage show “Hyprov: Improv Under Hypnosis” double-dips into this risk-riddled comedy format.

Michael Scott’s work in his improv class during “The Office” series would bear this out.

When they don’t, the result is disastrous. They do not follow a script.Īnd, when improv or hypnosis work, they are hysterical. They both require audience participation. Improv-comedy great Colin Mochrie is shown as a 'Hyprovisor' in a performance of “Hyprov: Improv Under Hypnosis,' an improv-hypnosis show in residency at Harrah's Showroom.

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