Reviews

"Canadian mentalist Jeff Newman claims [he] will mess with your head. I think many audience members will find this to be true...These aren’t the kind of magic tricks you’d find at a child’s birthday party. Newman’s “mind-reading” ability is not hokey or kitschy, but is genuinely astonishing for audiences of all ages.

There are plenty of moments in this entertaining magic show that will leave you asking, 'How did he know that?'...it's a magically intriguing experience."

Joff Schmidt, CBC

"Jeff performed for our staff appreciation event and was able to engage the skeptics throughout the event! Folks talked about his performance for days afterwards, especially about his engaging and impressive his mind tricks. I would highly recommend Jeff!"

​- Anu, Imperial Oil

"Thank you for the fun evening earlier this week! I was truly impressed with Jeff's professionalism leading up to the show during setup and sound check AND the show itself. I think everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. We will definitely keep [Jeff] in mind for future events!"

- Dana Z., ED Marketing/Association of School Business Officials of Alberta

"Jeff was a pleasure to have on campus! He truly blew our students’ minds and created a fun experience at all three campuses. Members of the audience would look at each other with smiles, jaw drops, and comments exclaiming “what?” or “how?” Newman’s performance at Algonquin College was electric." 

- Amanda L., Algonquin College

"Everyone had an incredible time, and they were talking about their experiences with Jeff throughout the convention! Jeff was an absolute HIT, and we are going to keep him on speed dial for future events!"
​- April T., Echelon Insurance"

​- April T., Echelon Insurance

 We were fortunate to see Jeff's show while on a cruise to Scotland and Ireland last year. We were blown away! We hired him for a staff event at our hotel in Prince Rupert, British Columbia. He certainly did not disappoint! The entire room was completely amazed by his incredibly awe-inspiring magic! Jeff is a true professional with amazing talents and he was a pleasure to do business with! We highly recommend Jeff for your next event! He will leave you trying to figure out just "HOW he did that,"- for days!" 

- Tina S., The Crest Hotel, Prince Rupert

"Jeff amazed our staff and guests at our Christmas Party!  Without a doubt all were left with a 'what did I just witness?' experience. The 60 minutes we had with him flew by leaving even the admitted skeptics blown away. The way he incorporates humour and audience participation is outstanding. We highly recommend Jeff and his team who made organizing a breeze as well. 

- Sandra H., Brett Young.

I booked Jeff as entertainment for after our Gala dinner at a conference and he was AMAZING! Kept the audiences attention the whole time and people kept talking about how great he was. Thank you so much Jeff!" 

- Alyssa W., Alberta Municipal Taxation Professionals Association

Jeff performed for our staff appreciation event and it was a total hoot! The performance was engaging, hilarious, and kept us all on the edge of our seats. I would highly recommend Jeff, and I look forward to opportunities I might get to see him perform again!​"

- Kera R., United Active Living

"We had Jeff at our corporate holiday dinner party in Calgary, AB, and it was an excellent experience all around. From the communication with his team prior to the event, to the performance by Jeff – it was 10/10 and I would highly recommend to any group – small or large! Our team thoroughly enjoyed themselves and we all continue to laugh about it in the office as we are all still puzzled by his tricks! Thanks again Jeff for the memorable experience!"

- Melissa A., Choice Properties 

Jeff Newman's magic and mentalism show at the Phoenix Theatre was absolutely incredible! He had the entire audience on the edge of their seats as he predicted their thoughts and performed jaw-dropping tricks that left us all amazed. Jeff's talent and skill as a mentalist and magician are truly world-class, and his performance was the perfect addition to our performance season. We highly recommend Jeff Newman for anyone looking to add some excitement and wonder to their next event!"

 John R., Phoenix Theatre, Fort Nelson, BC

"Astonishing! Newman will not cease to amaze you. We had a blast at our celebration party, and I received so many compliments.  You will talk about the experience for days, if not years.  Jeff will have your mind spinning. We are still having discussions on how he did certain things.  Amazing talent! Would highly recommend!

Anna G., The Targeted Strategies Group

 A surprise and delight for us a the Harbor Golf Club! Patrons didn't know what to expect, but the laughter, applause and standing ovations spoke volumes. It was a pleasure working with you!" 

​- Anita K., Harbor Golf Club and Resort

What an amazing fun night at Chances Castlegar! Thank you for bringing your amazing, bewildering and wonderful show to our little town! Can't wait to have you back!"

Jennifer F., Chances Casino Castlegar

"We were all blown away...Highly recommend booking a virtual show with Jeff for your teams, or friends and family!"

- Kari S., TD Bank Group

​Jeff is both a pleasure to work with in event organizing and to watch on stage! His tricks have left me in awe on more than one occasion, highly recommend for in-person or virtual events. He can do it all!"

- Adam B., Keill and Co.

We had Jeff Newman at our Saturday night dinner/awards evening event! Jeff simply had everyone amazed and astonished. One of the great comments from a staff member was, 'The Mentalist was amazing! (But he should already know that!)' We will definitely be booking Jeff again at another function! An outstanding performer!" 

- Janice R., Accurate Assessment Group Ltd.

Have you ever had your mind read before?" Mentalist and magician Jeff Newman asks one of the early audience participants. "It tingles a bit." What followed was 60 minutes of the mentalist living up to the title of the show, bewildering and confusing a sold-out Cinematheque audience with improbable feats of mind reading and predictions he had made about the show well before it even began.
Newman, who is based in Calgary, is a very engaging performer who is clearly at home on stage. He’s great at making a crowd feel comfortable as well, which helps when it comes to the audience participation. If you’re into magic, you’ll have a great time at Mind Games.

- Erin Lebar, Winnipeg Free Press

​Jeff presented an hour-long show to my team. It was high energy and high entertainment. The team all thoroughly enjoyed themselves and I would highly recommend his services. Communication was also top-notch leading up to the show and he was very flexible to our requirements."

- Michael H., TD Bank Group

"I had engaged Jeff for a corporate engagement event which was a huge success! Jeff was an absolute pleasure to work with from the initial meeting and planning process, very professional. You can clearly see he has a passion for what he does, which he does very well.”

- Adela M., Trapeze Group

Jeff provided entertainment for our virtual party. The performance was energetic and Jeff kept everyone engaged...I am pleased recommend Jeff Newman for anyone considering a virtual entertainment event!"

Kelly C., Evolution Engineering (Google Review)

AWARD WINNER: FRINGE HIT 2017
​"If there's ever a show that made me scream "What's going on?" five million times (and quite childishly, mind you) it's the instantly likable and talented mentalist Jeff Newman's aptly titled show, Mind Games. An immensely entertaining experience, I struggle to remember an event in recent memory that left me scratching my head in astonishment whilst coming up with absolutely no plausible explanations...Newman's audience-based participation performance is one of the most memorable, must-see shows you will experience this side of Fringe."

- Carey Bray, The Coast Halifax

 If you happen to see Newman anywhere in town you should probably think of nothing at all. Don’t think about your PIN number. Don’t think about any important information that you don’t want shared....Newman is frankly quite impressive at his trade, using randomly chosen audience members in a series of tricks that will leave you doubting whether there is, in fact, a logical explanation for what just happened. Enter skeptical, leave a believer."

- ​Tom Murray, Edmonton Journal

I’m sure glad Jeff Newman uses his powers for good. He's a talented magician, charismatic performer, and possibly an actual sorcerer.
Throughout his hour-long show he demonstrates his ability to read minds, and know people’s ATM pins and bank security questions, all while distracting us from the fact that he’s a demon practicing actual magic...the things I saw in this show I can’t explain—and I entered skeptical and watched for the obvious “magic” trick emblems, finding none. Go get your mind bent in one of the cleanest and most satisfying resolves to a show that really bookends a fun night of magic. Actual magic."

Joel Taras, Vue Weekly

The Calgary-based mentalist came out in this show all smiles and laughs before turning his mentalism and “mind-reading” powers on members of the audience he called onstage.
It’s pretty safe to say that nobody in the audience had any inkling of how Newman did his tricks, with the steady applause and exclamations of “holy s**t” from volunteers dazzled by his ability to guess words in their heads and pictures they’d drawn.
Newman’s show is amazement and astonishment personified...Newman will make you question everything you thought you knew about your own mind in the most fun way possible."

- ​Matt Olson, Saskatoon StarPhoenix

Jeff is so good at what he does! It's mind blowing and guests will for sure be left entertained but also scratching their heads. 10/10 recommend for a wedding, really any event or corporate, you won't regret booking Jeff for that WOW factor!" 

- Monica V.R., Picture Perfect Weddings and Events

A magical event to remember. It is very impressive what Jeff can do...Not only is his show fantastic but he is also a friendly guy. Really easy to get along with and talk to. Highly recommended."

- Parex Resources Inc.

An incredible display...You will be astounded."

- Global Edmonton