Michael was born on March 12, 1973 and realized early that his calling was entertainment. Michael began a flourishing musical career at the tender age of 13 and performed his first professional show at the age of 15. By the time Michael had turned 18 he had performed hundreds of shows around town becoming somewhat of a legend on the local music circuit. Michael was introduced to magic at the age of 12 and learned numerous card tricks to amaze his friends, little did he know what was to come. 

With almost 2 decades invested in the entertainment industry,  Michael has gained the experience needed to ensure maximum performance at every event. From festivals and fairs to cruises and casinos, Michael has proven time and time again that he truly is in a class all his own.

Michael is a seasoned professional who puts forth the energy and charisma needed to keep audiences on the edge of their seats, from hypnotic hilarity, to fully staged extravaganzas, you never know what to expect while attending a performance. Custom tailored performances themed to fit your event are sure to guarantee satisfaction. The hysterical comedy magic incorporated into the performance adds the final touch, which truly separates Michael from the competition. When only the best will do for your event, feel confident that with Michael on your side, your special event is sure to be a hit!

From live productions and entertainment to screenwriting and movie production, Michael has succeeded at it all. Throughout Michael's career he has become an accomplished musician, Master Hypnotist, Master Magician, screenwriter, producer, director and film maker. Michael has the unique ability to master any trade quickly, something most individuals lack the ability to do. Early in his life Michael was an electrical lead man on multi billion dollar projects. He also was as a retail store general manager for a high grossing computer retail store. These two tasks were accomplished by the time Michael was 20 years of age.

Michael is / has been a member of the following organizations:

International Magicians Society

International Brotherhood of Magicians

International Master Magicians Alliance

Society of American Magicians

Master Magicians Inner Circle

National Guild of Hypnotists

American Board of Hypnotherapy

International Hypnotists Association

 

Michael has received the following awards for his work:

 

Hypnotist of the year - 2003

Comedy Stage Magician of the Year - 2004

Hypnotist of the year - 2004

New York Festivals International Film & Video Finalist - 2005

Rated 2nd best hypnotist in the world - 2005

 

Career Highlights:

1984 - Michael discovers magic during a visit from Uncle Lou

1986 - Michael begins his entertainment career as a lead guitarist

1987 - Michael begins Nitefire Entertainment

1988 - Michael turns pro as he accepts his first paying gig at the young age of 15

 

1990 - Michael begins side work with various hypnotists and magicians

  • Trains under the guidance of various stage hypnotists

1991 - Michael takes on the stage name "Mikki Michaels"

1993 - Michaels band begins opening for top name national acts

1994 - Michael begins to play notorious venue with musical act "Loaded Gun"

1996 - Michael leaves the music industry to pursue a career in magic & hypnosis

  • Began practicing magic and stage hypnosis professionally

  • Toured the US performing hundreds of shows across the country under the name "The Unknown Hypnotist".

  • Began studies at the Institute of Medical Hypnosis under the guidance of Dr. Michael D. Preston MD

  • Began studies at the Center for Individual Hypnotic Training

  • Begins receiving favorable recognition from local press

1997 - Begins casino career by headlining the Ramada Express Hotel & Casino

  • Toured the US performing hundreds of shows across the country

  • Completes course of hypnotic training at the Center for Individual Hypnotic Training

  • Performs at numerous casinos across the country

1998 - Toured the US performing hundreds of shows across the country

1999 - Michael injures his knee during performance rehearsals

  • Undergoes surgery, Rehabs for 8 weeks

2000 - Michael takes time off due to family illness

2001 - Michael Returns to work as an International performer

  • Performances are scheduled in countries as Belize, India and Singapore

  • Headlines the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl Block Party for over 130,000 people. This 5 hour performance stopped the Fiesta Bowl Parade for almost 20 minutes and truly set Michael aside as a top notch professional

  • Received extremely favorable recognition from press

  • Michael enters the night club market and begins performing weekly at Rascals Comedy Club. Michael leaves Rascals to pursue the Fair, Theme Park and Casino Marketplace

  • Gains certification as a Registered and Certified Hypnotherapist with the American Board of Hypnotherapy and the National Guild of Hypnotists

 

2002 - Michael changes his professional name to "Gianni" - still known as The Unknown Hypnotist

  • Tours for over 4 months straight and performs over 180 shows.

  • Michael enters the fair market and draws record crowds at the New Mexico State Fair.

  • Michael performs along side the Charlie Daniels Band at the Wayne County Fair.

  • Headlines the Pike County Fair and the Indiana County Fair.

  • Michael enters the theme park market and is very well received.

  • Performs a six week run at Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom to highlight annual FrightFest Halloween festivities.

  • Performs at Knoebels Amusement resort.

  • Is showcased at the Tropicana Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas

  • Performs the annual CornFest festival for the 5th straight year - receives extremely favorable press.

 

2003 - Michael breaks into television and film

  • Michael stars in an award winning television commercial

  • Michael is cast in the short film "Perceptions"

  • Michael Emcees a television program and is seen by 12 million viewers in Japan

  • Michael forms a strategic alliance with another magician to provide new shows

  • Michael begins work on new promotional materials

  • Michael schedules yet another unscheduled surgery, recovery time - 8 weeks

  • Michael is invited to return to the New Mexico State Fair again in 2003

  • Michael is invited to return to the annual CornFest festival for the 6th straight year

2004 - Another banner year, Michael:

  • Restructures his business

  • Launches a 26 state, 2 country International tour

  • Wins numerous awards with his comedy magic act

  • Writes, produces and directs his first professional short film "The Devil Inside"

  • Purchases yet another new home

  • Begins work on new hypnosis shows

  • Is invited to return to the annual CornFest festival for the 7th straight year

  • Begins working on new International Contracts

  • Writes his first feature film "The Stromboni's"

  • Launches website www.strombonis.com

  • Begins development of the film "The Stromboni's"

  • Is honored as Hypnotist of the Year again in 2004

  • Redesigns website

  • Begins numerous negotiations with television producers around the world

  • Is invited to return to Sky City Casino for 2 more performances

2005 - Happenings in 2005:

  • Michael joins the elite few as an award winning film maker

  • Michael's film "The Devil Inside" is awarded a finalist award at the 2005 New York Festivals International Film & Video Competition

  • Michael is rated the 2nd best hypnotist in the world.

  • Michael agrees to assist in the making of a feature film "The Cochise Suicides"

  • The Cochise Suicides principal photography completes Michael is the films Producer, Director, Director of Photography, Editor and more.

  • The Cochise Suicides enters Post Production

  • Gianni returns to CornFest for yet another year of fun and festivities

2006 - Happenings in 2006:

  • Michael produces a segment for Howard Stern

  • Michael works as an associate producer and 2nd unit director on feature film "Half Life"

  • Michael directs his first feature film "Doilie's Diner"

  • Doilie's Diner principal photography completes, Michael is the films Producer, Director, Director of Photography, Editor and more.

  • Doilie's Diner enters Post Production

  • Michael producers numerous additional films & projects

  • Michael returns to CornFest for yet another year of fun and festivities

2007 - Happenings in 2007:

  • Michael opens a post production facility in Phoenix, AZ

  • Michael co-produces and edits feature film "How to be a Hitman"

  • Michael begins development on numerous feature films

  • Michael producers numerous additional films & projects

  • Michael returns to CornFest for yet another year of fun and festivities

  • Michael begins development of his own television special

 

 

 

USELESS FACTS:

Fact: The Unknown Hypnotist was born on KI Sawyer Air Force Base, MI

 

Fact: Gianni weighed over 8 pounds  when he was born on March 12, 1973

 

Fact: Gianni loves to ride roller coasters

 

Fact: Gianni also plays the guitar

 

Fact: Gianni currently lives in Surprise, AZ

 

Fact: Gianni likes to snowboard

 

Fact: Gianni is an award winning film maker

 

 

 

 

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