Sami Dare

About

Sami Dare was born in Minneapolis, MN, grew up in Virginia, MN, and spent much of her childhood on stage singing with her six siblings and her parents who are both Lutheran ministers. As a teenager, her family moved back to Minneapolis, and she’s lived there since that time.

Sami graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College in St Peter, MN with a degree in Elementary Education. When she became interested in hypnosis in 1991, she apprenticed on stage for two years with an established stage hypnotist, and studied hypnotherapy to become a certified hypnotherapist.

She has produced a self-hypnosis CD for people who want to quit smoking, stop overeating, or simply learn how to manage daily stress. Sami has been performing on stage since 1993, in almost every state in the US, including Hawaii.

Recent Performances

• 2010, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
• 2010, Indiana Land Improvement Contractors Assn., Indianapolis, IN
• 2011, Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association, Lexington, KY

Reviews

“I just wanted to say that your performance was FANTASTIC for our Holiday Party. It was so entertaining and hilarious. I have heard nothing but positive comments from our employees. Thanks for making our event a memorable experience. Happy Holidays!!”

–WESTconsin Credit Union

“What an awesome show….Thanks for making our party the big hit again that we expected it would be. We have some “things” to remember from your show that will last a long time. From catching fish, to the hot sun or pissing in the pool it was great fun. Once again THANKS from all of us in Packer country”

–Jackson County Tavern League

“Thank you so much for a wonderful show on Saturday morning! I am so glad that you made it here safely! I wish you wouldn’t have gone in the ditch and ruined your vehicle, but we are so appreciative of the fact that you still came! You did an AMAZING job!”

–WHS Prom Committee

“Just a note to let you know how much we enjoyed having Sami here! The group laughed and laughed! I totally felt like ‘Debbie Downer’ when I had to follow her with awards…yes, awards! Those are usually fun for us! LOL Anyway, I just wanted to personally thank you for such a great suggestion, the great price, and for a great Staff Appreciation event. Please pass my gratitude along to her.”

–St. Cloud Children’s Home

“I want to let you know that Sami’s performance last night was hilarious! I was in tears most of night…along with everyone at my table…and a lot of my co-workers were doubled over. People were talking about it for the remainder of the evening and it was the buzz at breakfast and even carried to lunch. I am looking forward to seeing the photos and the comments on the employee survey. It was really funny as she almost lost her composure herself a couple times and she said she can’t remember the last time that happened. She commented that as far as corporate shows, it was an A+. All in all, the evening could not have gone any better!”

–Atomic Learning

“Your show was a big hit with employees of all ages, from students to retirees. I’ve had many folks say that they haven’t laughed so hard in years. Your show was funny, squeaky clean and helped produce the biggest turnout we have ever had for our annual awards banquet!”

–Canby Community Health Services

“Everyone forgets a good joke, but no one forgets watching a friend be part of an act like yours. Thanks for the entertaining and enjoyable night of awe and laughs.”

–Jamestown, ND Fire Department

“In the past two years we have had no other activity as well attended as the Sami Dare show. Our students and community simply love her. Sami’s fast paced, high action show is guaranteed to keep your audience as enthralled as it did ours. I promise you that Sami Dare will astound and amaze your audience.”

–Southwest Missouri State University

“You were a HUGE HIT! Even two months later, the committee members and planners make references during our meetings to the hilarious and utterly incredible happenings that occurred during your show. I was also very pleased that you could tailor your presentation to a family audience, and that nothing that happened to any of the hypnotized participants was humiliating in any way. Thank you for a terrifically fun and unforgettable evening!”

–University of Minnesota, Juvenile Officers Institute

“I have personally spoken to nearly every employee at the party, and without exception, they have all indicated that your show was not only the highlight of the evening, it was one of the most enjoyable, entertaining acts they have ever witnessed.”

–Prime Vest Financial Services, Inc.

“Astounding crowd! Attendance was so great that we ran out of chairs! Sami is a wonderful person to work with.”

–Ashland University, Ashland, OH

“Nothing could have been more gratifying than to see the kids rolling on the floor in laughter…no one was left out.”

–Rosemount High School Senior Party

“We’re always looking for good, clean entertainment for high school students, and you did not disappoint us. Advisors commented on how much fun the students had, and how this was the best ever.”

–MN Dept of Education, HOSA

Intro

The following is a sample introduction you might use when introducing Sami Dare to your audience:

“We are proud to present Sami Dare, one of the country’s only female stage hypnotists. Sami’s performance has mesmerized thousands of people at corporate events, fairs, high schools and colleges across the United States. Her tasteful performance, unique style and warm personality have made her a favorite of audiences from North Dakota to Texas. Prepare yourself for a wild ride through your imagination, and help me welcome….Sami Dare!”

Rider

In order to give you the best performance possible, Sami Dare provides the following information as technical riders to her contract.

Please Note – there are two riders – one for corporate type events, and one for post-prom/post-grad type events.

Corporate Events Rider:
This program is easily adaptable to virtually any conditions. For best results we suggest these guidelines. Each situation is unique, so in most cases Artist will arrive early enough to help arrange performing area.

• STAGE Clear visibility. Try to avoid having audience and show on same level. If risers are needed: 16’ long and 8’ deep is minimum size requirement. Ideal size is 20’ long and 16’ deep.
• SOUND One wireless handheld microphone, please. Volume level maximum. Performer must be heard over very loud audience reaction. If there is a sound engineer controlling the sound for your event, Sami will need two XLR inputs; one is for the wireless (preferred) handheld that is to be provided, the other for an mp3 player. Both will be patched into the main or house system. (Sami can provide, on request, microphone and a small sound system sufficient to cover most venues).
• LIGHT As much light as possible on entire performance area. Audience may be dimmed.
• PROPS Approximately 10-20 chairs with backs (depending on size and make-up of audience), in one row facing audience. One small table, center stage behind row of chairs.
• VIDEOTAPING Home use only, any/all footage to artist on request. Commercial sale of show without permission is illegal. Do not show videotapes of show to subjects on the same night. Performer assumes no responsibility for misuse of hypnosis videotapes. Fees may be assigned for breach of above.
• IF ROOM IS PROVIDED – Reserve a single non-smoking room (under the name Sami Dare) as close to the show site as possible.
• EMERGENCY – Please provide a home phone number or emergency number that can be called if needed (snowstorm, illness, accident, etc.) during non-business hours.

Post-Prom/Post-Grad/Lock-in Rider:

• STAGE Clear visibility. Try to avoid having audience and show on same level. If risers are needed: 16’ long and 8’ deep is minimum size requirement. Ideal size is 20’ long and 16’ deep.
• SOUND Cordless microphone, no clip-on mike, please. Volume level maximum. Performer must be heard over very loud audience reaction. Sound technician should be present during show. (Sami can provide, on request, microphone and small sound system sufficient to cover most venues).
• LIGHT As much light as possible on entire performance area. Audience may be dimmed
• PROPS Approximately 20 chairs in one row facing audience. One small table.
• SHOW TIMES AND SCHEDULING – Show time (not length) is subject to adjustment in order to accommodate other schools. Final confirmation at least 30 days prior to show in most cases.
  (Close parking and someone to meet and guide Sami to the performing area may be required.)
  (Microphone and lighting should be in full operation prior to Sami’s arrival. Because of tight scheduling, delays in this regard may unfortunately cut into the length of the show.)
  (Audience should be in place and seated by show time.)
• VIDEOTAPING Home use only, any/all footage to artist on request. Commercial sale of show without permission is illegal. Do not show videotapes of show to subjects on the same night. Performer assumes no responsibility for misuse of hypnosis videotapes. Fees may be assigned for breach of above.
• IF ROOM IS PROVIDED – Reserve a single non-smoking room (under the name Sami Dare) as close to the show site as possible.
• EMERGENCY – Please provide a home phone number or emergency number that can be called if needed (snowstorm, illness, accident, etc.) during non-business hours