Illusionist 'demonstrates the impossible'

By Jeremy Henderson, Army Flier Staff WriterJuly 13, 2015

Illusionist 'demonstrates the impossible'
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FORT RUCKER, Ala. (July 13, 2015) -- Mind-boggling fun and pulse-racing excitement can be found at The Landing when mentalist and illusionist Wayne Hoffman returns to The Landing July 17.

Aida Stallings, Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Community Recreation Division business manager, said it will be a night to remember.

"Wayne has been here in the past and received rave reviews," she said. "What makes his show so entertaining? His shows are always different, so you won't see the same one twice. He truly enjoys performing for the military and families of the military."

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show runs from 7-8:30 p.m.

Hoffman is a multi-award winning performer recognized as one of the top mentalists in the world. He currently tours the world with his stage show "Mind Candy" and his motivational speech, "The Power and Potential of The Human Mind." He is also the author of the best-selling book "Mind Candy."

According to Stallings, Hoffman's performance is a unique form of entertainment that is intriguing for people of all ages.

"Hoffman is an American mentalist, illusionist, and motivational speaker," she said. "Between 2007 and 2015, he appeared on many national television shows and three television shows in Japan. He appeared in the official trailer for America's Got Talent season 10 on April 2 and has made it to the next phase."

Hoffman's passion for the mysterious was sparked at a young age and led him to study the art of magic. Later, through extensive self-studies in sociology, psychology, and human behavior, Wayne was able to develop the foundation of his skills today, according to his website. He now travels the world performing and speaking for exclusive events, theaters, cruise ships, television, casinos, universities and top corporations.

According to his website, Hoffman's show is a high-energy presentation that involves body language, human behavior, and visual magic that will make your head explode. The audience experiences seemingly supernatural phenomena in a fun and upbeat way.

He continues to be acknowledged as one of the top speakers in his field and wows audiences with his combination of magic and psychology. He was featured on NBC's hit TV show "Phenomenon", The Glenn Beck Show, TLC, Animal Planet on The Discovery Network, The Howard Stern Show, CBS, The Ellen Degeneres Show, Beverly Hill's Pawn, "The Numbers Game" on National Geographic, CNN Money, Yahoo! Finance, TV Asahi in Japan, and countless radio shows in the US and Canada, according to the site.

"Hoffman's show demonstrates the impossible," Stallings said. "His show is a must-see for anyone wanting mind-boggling fun and excitement."

The event is open to the public, but a gate access pass is required for anyone without DOD-issued identification. Tickets are $12 in advance and $16 at the door.

For more event information, call 255-9810. For additional ticket information, including purchasing a VIP table, call 598-2426.

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