Larry Volz..
An En”trance”ing Career.
Larry Volz is an award-winning entertainer, master hypnotist, and resilience expert whose multifaceted career spans over 25 years of transformative work.
As an internationally acclaimed performer, Larry has captivated audiences worldwide with his unique blend of comedy, magic, and hypnosis, earning prestigious recognition, including the International Brotherhood of Magicians “People’s Choice” Award. His entrepreneurial acumen led him to build multiple thriving businesses, most notably a nationwide hypnotherapy referral network employing nearly 200 practitioners.
As the author of “Magical Mind Shifts,” Larry distills decades of expertise into practical resilience strategies that have helped countless clients overcome personal challenges through his signature blend of therapeutic humor, self-hypnosis techniques, and perspective-shifting methodologies.
Following a devastating stroke in 2023 that left him paralyzed on his right side and unable to speak clearly, Larry defied all medical predictions by returning to stand-up comedy performance within just twelve months—a testament to the effectiveness of his own resilience framework.
Today, he is one of the most sought-after speakers on resilience and therapeutic humor. He shares his transformative approach at high-profile events, including VCU’s Comprehensive Stroke Symposium and specialized recovery programs across the country. Larry’s extraordinary journey from patient to performer perfectly embodies the life-changing techniques he teaches, inspiring audiences to discover how strategic mind shifts combined with humor can transform even the most daunting adversity into unexpected opportunity.
Entertainer
Laughter & Wonder.
For the 2025 season, Larry is blending arts, where he has won international accolades, into something new.
Comedy & Hypnosis
Larry’s hypnosis shows blend hilarious audience participation with mind-bending demonstrations that leave spectators both amazed and in stitches. Volunteers become the stars as Larry guides them through side-splitting scenarios while maintaining an atmosphere of respect and good-natured fun. His performances showcase the extraordinary potential of the human mind while delivering non-stop entertainment that audiences remember for years.
Impossible Mental Feats.
Watch in astonishment as Larry bends solid metal with the power of thought, plucks ideas from your mind that no one could possibly know, and makes predictions that defy explanation. His demonstrations of apparent mind-reading leave audiences questioning reality. Psychology, suggestion, and showmanship combine to create an unforgettable experience that blurs the line between impossible and incredible.
Stand-up & Storytelling.
Drawing from his remarkable life experiences, including his journey back from a devastating stroke, Larry delivers stand-up comedy and storytelling that transforms adversity into laughter. His authentic, warm stage presence creates an immediate connection as he shares hilarious observations about the absurdities of everyday life and recovery. With perfect timing and a masterful ability to find humor in unexpected places, Larry doesn’t just tell funny stories—he invites audiences to discover the healing power of laughter in their own lives.
Speaker
Speaker For Difficult Times.
Larry shares transformative Mind Shifts that helped him defy medical predictions after his stroke, empowering audiences to find strength and humor during their own challenges. His interactive presentations blend powerful resilience techniques with cooperative play and therapeutic laughter, leaving participants with practical tools to navigate adversity while rediscovering joy in unexpected places.
Resilience and Laughter.
Learn how to transform obstacles into opportunities through Larry’s proven MAMA framework: Motivation, Attention, Mind Shifts, and Action. Discover the science-backed healing power of intentional laughter while practicing techniques that build resilient muscles for life’s toughest moments.
One of a Kind
Audiences & Clients.
The impact of Larry’s work speaks for itself through the experiences of those he’s touched. Here’s what clients and audience members have shared about their transformative encounters with Larry’s unique blend of wisdom, humor, and practical resilience techniques:
“Larry is a professional in every sense. He received great responses and has been well received. I only wish his contract was longer!”
Michael Shapiro, Radisson Seven Seas Cruises
“He was absolutely fantastic!”
Irene Larson,
The Magic Castle Hollywood
“Larry is outstanding! Outstanding as a performer and he was an outstanding ambassador for the company
Paul Haught, Paramount’s Kings Dominion