2000 B.C.

The ancient Egyptians are the first in recorded history to describe the use of powers of hypnosis. It is used not only in religious ceremonies but also a means of treating illness, achieving an enlightened state of being, and a means of escape from reality. It is said that Egyptian slaves used hypnosis to temporarily escape the chains of oppression.

The leaders of this movement also known as “Guides” were the first hypnotists. Followers gathered in large groups in dwellings known as “sleeping temples” as the Guides, using the power of suggestion, induced trance to free them from their earthly boundaries. The knowledge and power these guides possessed was passed on to generation after generation of their ancestors.

250 B.C.

As the Guides began to spread out into the other parts of the world, so did the ancient knowledge. Following the lead of the Egyptians, the Greeks and Romans were the next to recognize the power of hypnosis, carrying this ancient and mystical art into the future. Records tell of physicians using an “ancient and unexplainable power” to relieve and cure injuries by laying their hands on certain parts of the body. These two great societies also used hypnosis to achieve enlightenment in various rituals.

1750

Over the years, tales of fantastic powers of trance began to make their way around the world. In the late 18th century, a Viennese physician named Anton Mesmer began to arouse scientific and popular interest in hypnosis. Drawing on his own powers as a Guide, he believed strongly in the benefits of using astrological forces to influence the human body, even going as far as hypothesizing that the subject’s imagination could bring about cures for disease.

Mesmer used magical elements to fill the patient’s surroundings with an air of mysticism, making use of dim lightning, the fragrance of sweet perfumes, and the strains of soft and mysterious music to achieve environmental atmosphere.

1969 – 1992

As time marched on, so did the hypnotic arts of the ancient Egyptians. Descendants of the first guides continued to spread the word about principles and knowledge they possessed. In the late 20th century, a new Guide was born into the world in Manchester, England – His name was Mark Maverick.

Mark became aware of his mystical powers at an early age but was unsure of how to use them to enlighten and uplift others. His dream became clear when he saw a performance by world – renowned entertainer Paul McKenna. He immediately journeyed to London where he honed his craft at the country’s leading hypnosis institute while working behind the scenes in the stage production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Starlight Express.” But Mark did not wish to be simply misdirected stage hypnotist. His eyes were focused on something far grander than anything anyone had ever seen.

1993-2003

In 1993, Mark Maverick left England to pursue his dream. He believed America, the land of opportunity, was the ideal place to explore his possibilities and turn his vision into a reality. He began performing small scale comedy hypnosis shows in the early 1990’s and worked in Las Vegas on the set of the multi million dollar production “EFX.”  There, he became enthralled by the art of musical theatre and started incorporating theatrical elements into his own show.

As his popularity and his reputation as an outstanding performer grew, Mark developed the idea of combining his skills as a Guide with his talents as an entertainer and producer. Thus “Hypnotica” was born. Now Mark has performed over 500 shows for audiences all over the country, including special engagements at Six Flags, numerous corporate and college shows, dinner theatre events and comedy club tours.

Present

Mark Maverick’s magical journey began in England and has taken him halfway around the world. His unique stage production “Hypnotica” is sweeping the country, entertaining, and enlightening everyone who experiences its power and the mystery that began thousands of years ago in Ancient Egypt. “Hypnotica” is the product of a dream.
Mark’s skills, talent, drive, and determination, have turned his dreams into realities.

Now, let us do the same for you!