Nick Gasparro · Featured on WGN-TV's Spotlight Chicago
Magician & Mentalist
for Private Parties & Corporate Events
Nick Gasparro is a magician who reads minds. He performs close-up magic and mentalism for adult audiences across Chicago’s western and southwest suburbs, from Naperville and Oak Brook to Hinsdale and Orland Park, at in-home gatherings, corporate receptions and stand-up shows for the whole room.
ABOUT NICK
Nick Gasparro is a magician and mentalist. Think magic, except the most impossible moments happen inside your guests’ own heads. For more than 30 years he has performed close-up magic, mind reading and psychological illusion for adult audiences, and today his focus is private parties and in-home shows and corporate events across Chicago’s western and southwest suburbs.
Strolling magic and mentalism: Nick moves through your cocktail hour or party and performs for small groups, up close. Booked by the hour.
Stand-up mentalism: a featured, interactive show of about 50 minutes for the whole room, built around audience participation.
Nick was featured on WGN-TV’s Spotlight Chicago and has performed at venues including Hilton Oak Brook Hills, Silver Lake Country Club and the Tinley Park Convention Center. He serves DuPage, Will and southwest Cook County, from Oak Brook and Naperville to Orland Park. See all areas served.
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Magic & Mentalism for Your Event
Private Parties
Birthdays, dinner parties and in-home shows
Corporate Events
Receptions, cocktail hours, holiday parties and client events
Weddings & Special Events
Strolling magic and mind reading for cocktail hours and receptions
Upcoming Public
Mentalism & Magic Shows
Experience the wonder up close. Mentalist and magician Nick Gasparro brings his acclaimed blend of mind-reading and jaw-dropping mentalism to live audiences throughout the Chicago area. Each show is an unforgettable evening of mystery, laughter, and astonishment you have to see to believe. Seating is limited, so reserve your spot today and discover where magic meets the impossible.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Hiring a Mentalist FAQ
Have a question not listed? Reach out — Nick responds within 24 hours.
How much does it cost to hire a mentalist?
It depends on the format (strolling close-up or a stand-up show), how long you need Nick, and your date. Strolling performances are booked by the hour, and the interactive stand-up show runs about 50 minutes. Send your date, location and guest count and Nick will reply with a quote within 24 hours.
What's the difference between a mentalist and a magician?
A magician makes things appear, vanish and change. A mentalist works with the mind: reading thoughts, predicting choices and revealing details guests never said out loud. Nick blends both, but his focus is mentalism and psychological illusion, so the most memorable moments happen inside your guests’ own heads.
Is Nick a psychic?
No. Nick doesn’t claim psychic powers. His performances use psychology, intuition and showmanship to create moments that feel impossible, and he’s upfront that it’s entertainment.
What kinds of events does Nick perform at?
Corporate events and holiday parties, client entertainment, weddings, private parties, in-home shows, fundraisers and galas. He also performs ticketed public shows at venues around the suburbs.
What areas does Nick serve?
Nick performs throughout Chicago’s western and southwest suburbs, including Oak Brook, Orland Park, Hinsdale, Burr Ridge, Naperville, Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Elmhurst, Downers Grove, Schaumburg, Tinley Park and Frankfort.
Should I book strolling mentalism or a stand-up show?
Strolling works best for cocktail hours and mingling crowds: Nick moves through the room performing for small groups. Plan on about 40–50 guests per hour so every group gets real time with him. The stand-up show runs about 50 minutes, is highly interactive, and works best once guests have finished eating.
How do I book Nick?
Send your date, location and guest count through the contact page, or call 847-773-5306. A 50% deposit reserves your date, and the balance is due the day of the event.
