Frequently Asked Questions:
Where Is It?
We are partnered with the Story Parlor of Asheville on 227 Haywood Road in west Asheville. It’s the perfect size for the show, and we love their mission of sharing the power of telling our stories.
When Is The Show?
If you’re asking what day, we only do the show one night of the month, so you should join the waitlist to be the first to know when we announce a new performance.
If you’re asking what time, then the venue always opens at 7pm and the show starts at 7:30pm.
What About Parking?
It’s pretty scarce, honestly. There are two lots within 5 blocks of the venue & some street parking; it fills up quick.
For a more detailed explainer & handy illustrations, you should check out the venue’s page about parking.
Am I Getting Paper Tickets & Do I Need To Print Anything?
Nope! We ask for your name & email at checkout so that you’ll be on our list of ticket holders.
That way, when you get to the show you can give us your name, we’ll check you in, and you’re good to go.
Welcome to the future!
I Can’t Buy Tickets
Let’s run through some common challenges.
First, tickets aren’t always available. They are released to the email subscribers first. Then if any are left, they’re made public. So that might be one reason.
Second, we use industry encryption. That means if you’re using an outdate browser, or advanced privacy plug-ins, that prevents the system from making sure everything is secure and it prevents your order to make sure there’s no fraud.
Lastly, each ticket needs a name associated with it so we know who to let into the show. If you haven’t filled out the details for each ticket then the system won’t move forward until it has names & contact info for everyone.
Tried all this and still having issues? Get back in touch with us and we’ll work with you to troubleshoot your situation.
I Bought Tickets But I Didn’t Get An Email
99% of the time it’s hiding in your spam folder because your provider is being over-cautious. If the receipt hasn’t shown up in 10 minutes, reach out to us and we can check out records for your name & guarantee that you’re on the list for the show.
Can I Buy Tickets At The Door?
Nope. The show often sells out within the first 48 hours that they’re available. The best option to secure a seat is to join the waitlist so that you’re notified by email when they go on sale. From that point, the race is on!
How Long Is The Show?
We aim for a 70 minute performance without an intermission.
Can I Bring My Kids?
No, thank you. This is an 18+ up show. Think about it like an opera of the mind; it’s more for adults than children.
Is Participation Optional?
Here’s a long answer to a short question: “Yes. . . but.”
Comedians and bad magicians have completely ruined the incredible dynamic that comes from active participation in live experiences. They ridicule and belittle people so much that the public is now deathly afraid that the performer is going to single them out and make them look foolish in front of their friends, family, business colleagues, or spouse.
That makes Jonathan livid.
Jonathan understands that this is a mind reading show. Without MINDS to READ, there is no show. That means that 100% of the show is 100% dependent on you, the audience, to actively participate.
To that end, he goes out of his way to treat everyone with love & respect and the most jaded skeptics in the room quickly realize their worry of “getting picked” isn’t a thing.
That’s why the short answer is “no, you don’t have to participate; it’s all volunteers and ONLY volunteers” but the longer answer is “. . . but you’ll probably want to see for yourself if it’s real which involves stepping out of “passive observer” mode and into “active participant” mode.
And you’ll love it.
What Is Mentalism?
It’s a special branch on the “magic & mystery tree.” It’s a focus on persuasion, influence, predicting human behavior, lightning mathematics, snap memory, and more incredible mind powers.
Is Jonathan Psychic?
Nope! Everything he does is a blend of applied psychology, showmanship, and moxie. He makes no claims of having supernatural abilities.
(Even though it might look like real magic!)
Can We Refund Our Tickets?
All sales are final. If you find out that you can’t make it to the show more than 48 hours before the performance, we can notify the waitlist to give someone else a chance to buy it. If it is fewer than 48 hours before the show, it’s on you to offer it to a friend or find someone to take your spot.
Can We Have Jonathan Do His Thing At Our Company?
You bet! That’s his strong suit! Do you need a show? Would you like him to train your team to be more persuasive & effective? He can do that!
