Mind Reader & Mentalist

Daniel Nicholas

Mind Reader for Hire · NYC & Worldwide

Mind Reader & Mentalist · New York City & Beyond

Mind Reader
for Hire

He reads thoughts. Predicts decisions. Reveals what you're hiding.

The mind reader Fortune 500 companies and private clients keep calling back.

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Trusted By

Google
Apple
Meta
Goldman Sachs
Chase
UBS
MastercardMastercard
BMW
Maserati
New York Yankees
New York Mets
New York Islanders
★★★★★ 5.0 · 90+ Google Reviews
Daniel Nicholas ,  Mind Reader & Mentalist

New York's Mind Reader.
Built for Unforgettable Moments.

Daniel Nicholas has been reading minds and performing mentalism for over 15 years. His client list includes Google, Meta, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and UBS , companies that don't settle for ordinary entertainment. He reads thoughts, predicts decisions, and reveals hidden information in ways that leave rooms stunned.

He doesn't do packaged shows. He builds your show , around your event, your guests, and the specific moment you want to create.

15+
Years Full-Time
1,000+
Events Performed
5.0★
Google Rating
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Why Mind Reading Works

What Makes Mind Reading the Most Captivating Entertainment

Mind reading creates something no other entertainment can , a deeply personal, impossible moment shared between performer and guest. It's not a trick you watch from a distance. It happens to you.

Daniel Nicholas built his career around this exact art. He reads thoughts, predicts decisions, and reveals hidden information , all live, all real-time, all impossible. And he does it for the most discerning audiences in the country.

Close-Up Mind Reading for Cocktail Hours & VIP Receptions

Daniel moves through your event reading thoughts one-on-one. A guest thinks of a word, a memory, a number , and Daniel reveals it. No props, no gimmicks. Just two people and something impossible.

When something happens that close , when someone reveals what you were only thinking , it doesn't feel like entertainment. It feels like a shared secret. That's why clients rebook mind reading more than any other format.

Stage Mind Reading for Corporate Events & Galas

Daniel builds full mind reading programs with audience volunteers, thought prediction, and psychological illusion that leaves entire rooms genuinely speechless. He's performed for groups from 20 to over 5,000 , the approach scales, the impact doesn't diminish.

Deeply Personal
Every mind reading experience is built around your guests. Daniel uses their thoughts, their choices, their memories , nothing generic.
Fortune 500 Trusted
Google, Goldman, Chase, Meta, UBS. These clients don't hire a mind reader twice unless he delivers something extraordinary.
Impossibly Real
No plants, no stooges, no pre-show questionnaires. Real thoughts, real predictions, real reactions. The kind of impossible that stays with people.
Any Format, Anywhere
Strolling mind reading at cocktails, full stage shows, intimate VIP experiences. NYC, nationwide, or international , Daniel travels to your event.

Corporate Events. Private Parties. VIP Experiences. One Mind Reader.

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Private Events
Private Parties & Celebrations

Private parties, milestone celebrations, and events where the entertainment needs to match the occasion.

  • Trade Shows
  • Weddings
  • Milestone Birthdays
  • Bar & Bat Mitzvahs
Signature Experience
Close-Up Mind Reading

One-on-one thought reading, right in front of your guests. No stage, no distance , the most intimate and personal format.

  • Cocktail Hours
  • VIP Receptions
  • Networking Events
  • Client Dinners
Full Show
Mind Reading Stage Show

A full mind reading production for any room size. Thought prediction, psychological illusion, and audience participation. From 50 to 5,000.

  • After-Dinner Shows
  • Theater
  • Fundraisers
  • Conferences
  • Product Launches
Most Popular
Corporate & Brand Activations

Mind reading as a WOW-factor for corporate events, trade shows (booth traffic magnet), brand activations, and executive gatherings.

  • Fortune 500 Events
  • Trade Show Booths
  • Brand Activations
  • Holiday Parties
  • VIP Experiences

See Why Clients Keep Calling Daniel First

90+ five-star reviews. Thousands of shows. Watch for yourself.

90+ Reviews.
All Five Stars.

From Fortune 500 boardrooms to sold-out stages. Here's what clients said after.

★★★★★

“Daniel performed at our corporate event and left everyone completely speechless. He has an uncanny ability to read the room and make every single person feel like part of the show.”

Philip Hubbard
Corporate Event, NYC
★★★★★

“I've hired a lot of entertainers over the years. Daniel is in a completely different class. He brought something to our evening that we didn't even know was possible. Absolutely unforgettable.”

Ava St. Laurent
Private Event
★★★★★

“From start to finish, Daniel exceeded every expectation. He personalized the entire experience and kept a room full of executives completely captivated. We'll absolutely be booking again.”

Diane Esty
Annual Corporate Gala
★★★★★

“Daniel is the real deal. He performed at our holiday party and completely blew everyone away , including our most skeptical executives. The reactions were priceless.”

Cza Feliciano
Holiday Corporate Event
★★★★★

“We've used Daniel twice now and he never disappoints. His ability to connect with each guest individually while entertaining the whole room is unlike anything we've seen.”

NYC West 11
Repeat Corporate Client
★★★★★

“Outstanding performance from start to finish. Daniel made our gala feel truly special , our guests couldn't stop talking about him the entire evening.”

A. Oriss
Private Gala
5.0
★★★★★
Google
Reviews
90+ verified ratings

What a Professional Mind Reader Actually Does

People have preconceptions about what a mind reader does. They expect dramatic gestures, long pauses for effect, and a theatrical performance that signals something is being set up. Daniel's approach is nothing like that. He works quickly, casually, and specifically. He reads someone, reveals something they haven't said aloud, and moves on before the person has fully processed what just happened.

That immediacy is part of what makes it hit so hard. There's no window to convince yourself something was staged. It just happens.

Hiring a Mind Reader for Corporate vs. Private Events

The key difference is context and customization. For corporate events, Daniel incorporates company-specific details, industry references, and company culture into the performance. For private events, he builds around the guest of honor or the occasion. Either way, the performance is never generic. It's built for the room it's in.

Premium Venues & Worldwide Travel

NYC's Mind Reader , Available Anywhere

Daniel is based in New York City but performs mind reading nationwide and internationally. Corporate conferences in Chicago, private events in Miami, brand activations in LA, galas in London , he travels to your event, wherever it is.

For NYC events, he performs regularly at the city's most prestigious venues. Investment banks, private equity firms, hedge funds , the skeptics are usually the best volunteers.

NYC Event Venues Daniel Works Regularly

Midtown event spaces, Financial District venues, private clubs, hotel ballrooms, and conference centers throughout the five boroughs and tri-state area. If you've got a venue in mind, he's likely performed there or somewhere similar.

Manhattan Venue Access

For clients who don't have their own event space, Daniel has relationships with a range of premium Manhattan venues , private clubs in Midtown, boutique hotel event spaces, private dining rooms, rooftop terraces. The Cornell Club at 44th and 5th is one he works with regularly. Discreet, well-appointed, minutes from Grand Central. Whatever the format, he can usually point you toward the right room.

He's available for events throughout the tri-state area and nationally. Corporate events in Midtown and the Financial District are a regular part of his calendar. Private events throughout the five boroughs, Long Island, Westchester, and Connecticut are equally common. Whatever the event type, he travels light and requires no elaborate setup.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you actually need to know before booking a corporate magician in NYC.

How much does a corporate magician in NYC cost?
Rates vary based on format, duration, and event complexity. Contact Daniel directly for a custom quote.
What types of corporate events does Daniel perform at?
Daniel performs at Fortune 500 company events, Wall Street client dinners, executive galas, holiday parties, award ceremonies, product launches, and trade shows.

Past clients include Google, Meta, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, UBS, Mastercard, and BMW.

What's the difference between close-up magic and a stage show for a corporate event?
Close-up magic happens right in your guests' hands during cocktail hours , no stage, maximum personal impact. A stage or parlor show is a formal seated performance; most corporate clients book both.
How far in advance should I book a corporate magician in New York?
Q4 fills up fast , Daniel's calendar typically locks 4 to 6 months out for October through December.

For other times of year, 4 to 8 weeks is usually workable.

Does Daniel customize his performance for each corporate client?
Always. Every performance is built around your company, your guests, and the moment you want to create.

He incorporates company names, event themes, and brand messaging naturally.

Can Daniel perform at events outside New York City?
Yes. Daniel is based in New York but performs nationally and internationally.

Travel and accommodation are factored into the quote for events outside the metro area.

Is mind reading appropriate for all-ages events?
Yes. Daniel keeps all content clean and appropriate for mixed-age audiences. Mind reading, by its nature, is compelling to people of all ages. The adults in the room and the younger guests all experience the same genuine reaction, which is one of the things that makes it work so well for events with diverse guest lists.
How does a mind reading performance differ from a traditional magic show?
A traditional magic show focuses on visual illusions and objects. Mind reading focuses on people. The volunteer is the subject, not the performer. That shift makes it personal in a way that standard magic rarely achieves. Guests aren't watching something happen. They're experiencing something, and the difference is significant.

Hire a Mind Reader
Before Your Date Is Gone

Q4 books up months in advance. Reach out early, tell Daniel about your event, and he'll create a mind reading experience your guests won't stop talking about.

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