Party Ideas That Will Shock and Amaze

I know I refer to this blog as the cure for the common event, but I like to think that this is true. Nothing can spoil an event or reputation by bad entertainment.  Let's face it, besides the food and entertainment, what else do guests talk about?  The carpeting?

Previous entries have discussed children's birthday parties, corporate events and different types of music, but what if you are REALLY going for something out of the box?

One of my favorite party ideas is concentrating on the paranormal.  I'm not talking about Ouija boards or seances.  There are people who specialize in entertaining the curious side of the human imagination, including hypnotists, palm/personality readers and the more practical, hand writing analysts. 

Hypnotists have been around for centuries, mostly believed to be a legitimate medical practice.  These days, it's mostly used to entertain the masses.  Hypnotists use comedy in their acts, making subjects do humorous things to get the audience interested.  A good hypnotist can have it's audience rolling in the aisles with laughter.

Palm/Personality Readers are somewhat new to the party scene.  Once a staple at carnivals and Renaissance Faires, palm and personality readers are on the up and coming.  Hire one to stroll around while guests eat, dance and participate in auctions.  They provide guests insight into their lives, backgrounds, personalities and futures.

Hand writing analysts are a rarity in the party world, but fun nonetheless.  Analysts can  tell a lot about an individual by looking at their signature, much the same way a palm reader can by looking at your hand.  Be the first one to feature this new act at your event!