Mentalist Sidney Friedman
the mentalist SIDNEY FRIEDMAN — Only Miracles
SIDNEY does NOTHING yet creates a MIRACLE
exclusive MUSIC MINDREADING on WGN-TV's Daytime Chicago 'BEST OF 2022'
The One and Only Music Mind Reader — "ENTIRELY UNIQUE"
STANDING OVATION ON BROADWAY: Your crowd will do the same! FRIEDMAN receives a standing ovation for his performance at the Hudson Theater on BROADWAY in New York last March.
SIDNEY on stage wearing one of his signature jackets!!
mentalist SIdney Friedman
Sidney performing his EXCLUSIVE "Music Mindreading"
the musical mentalist SIDNEY FRIEDMAN
Excitement, Thrills, and fun!!
The 2021 DUNNINGER AWARD given to Sidney Friedman.
the musical mentalist SIDNEY FRIEDMAN
Yet another STANDING OVATION as Sidney spells SUCCESS: Audience participation is HUGE in Sidney's shows. Here they miraculously spell out the name of their organization!
Totally unique, Sidney Friedman performs MUSIC MINDREADING. These people just simply think of songs. Sidney then senses the music in their heads and plays their songs on the guitar.
Sidney Friedman with CUBS manager JOE MADDON, performing at MADDON's celebrity golf tournament
With GUILLERMO from "Jimmy Kimmel Live," Sidney Friedman is "the mentalist to the stars."
With Gold Medal Figure Skater KRISTI YAMAGUCHI, Sidney Friedman is "the mentalist to the stars."
With the star of "General Hospital" NANCY LEE GRAHN, Sidney is "the mentalist to the stars."
Sidney Friedman on ABC-TV's "Windy City Live"
FUN & FRIENDLY: People love to be a part of FRIEDMAN's show as seen here a few months ago at this performance in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands.
In addition to stage shows, Sidney also can perform Mingling Miracles up-close. This is perfect for a cocktail party situation.
Here a random person drew a picture in total privacy. Sidney then sensed the drawing and nearly duplicated it exactly!! Hey, it's the real deal, and we picture success for your event when you book Sidney!!!
Sidney on a BILLBOARD in Times Square, New York, featured for his annual news prediction success!!
FRIEDMAN on the TODAY SHOW -- part of the reason people call him "America's Premier Mentalist."
SIdney is also a national best-selling author. This book reached #1 on AMAZON.
Overview
A TOP-LEVEL EXPERIENCE! Star TV mentalist Sidney Friedman, seen numerous times on the TODAY SHOW, THE VIEW, and over 75 times on the WGN MORNING NEWS, is the recipient of the international 2021 DUNNINGER AWARD, the top prize in mentalism. Sidney is the original and only true MUSICAL MENTALIST, combining mindreading ability with concert quality piano skills. ... 29 years experience. 100% guaranteed to thrill or your money back. I ON THE SCENE calls him "the greatest psychic entertainer in America." Hoda Kotb of the TODAY SHOW exclaims, "We love Sidney!" You will too.
Reviews
47 reviews
Ashley R.
February 14, 2020RAVING FANS!
Sidney has been the talk of the office since yesterday's event. He brought such a fun and intriguing experience for all our guests. He strolled the room and kept everyone engaged and in awe. Our event was roughly 200 people and he made his way around the room so naturally. SUCH. A. HIT!!! Will be calling Sidney again for future events!
Hired as: Corporate Entertainment, Mentalist
Michelle O.
June 2, 2017Amazing performance perfectly customized to the event
As promised, Sidney delivered a fantastic and entertaining performance to our audience of 430+ people for a fundraising gala. He perfectly intertwined the mission of the event within his performance, with an amazing and memorable finale. He and his manager are extremely easy to work with. He was a very special addition to our event!
Hired as: Mentalist
Michael S.
January 23, 2017Sidney Friedman delivers a first class experience!
Sidney Friedman and his team deliver a first class experience from booking through finale! Amazing, Great, Awesome, Unbelievable , Very Entertaining, Wow and a Huge Thumbs up, were just some of the comments that our guests made.
Hired as: Mentalist
Julie
January 29, 2026Incredible Emcee & Mind-Blowing Entertainment
We had the absolute pleasure of having Sidney Friedman serve as both the emcee and featured entertainment for our HBA Black Tie Gala, and he exceeded every expectation.
From the moment he took the stage, Sidney commanded the room with confidence, professionalism, and effortless charm. His mentalism was nothing short of astonishing — elegant, intelligent, and genuinely jaw-dropping. You could feel the collective energy in the room shift as guests leaned in, fully engaged and completely stunned by what they were witnessing.
What truly sets Sidney apart is his ability to seamlessly blend high-level entertainment with the responsibilities of an emcee. He kept the evening flowing smoothly, elevated the overall experience, and made our guests feel like they were part of something truly special. Even days later, people are still talking about his performance.
If you are looking for a performer who will leave your audience amazed, energized, and talking long after the event ends, Sidney Friedman is an exceptional choice. We would hire him again without hesitation.
— Julie Miller
Home Builders Association of St. Joseph Valley
Hired as: Corporate Entertainment, Emcee, Mentalist
Elmer E.
August 19, 2025Sidney Friedman - mentalist
We recently had the pleasure of hosting Sidney Friedman as entertainment for a small dinner group, and his performance was nothing short of unbelievable. Sidney captivated every guest from start to finish, keeping everyone fully engaged, amazed, and talking long after the evening ended. His mentalism was not only mind-blowing but also delivered with a warm, personable style that made the entire experience even more enjoyable. Our group was absolutely thrilled, and I would highly recommend Sidney Friedman for any event where you want your guests entertained, amazed, and truly impressed.
Hired as: Mentalist
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 45 - 100 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Sidney Friedman has public liability insurance covered up to industry standards.
What to expect
Three things set mentalist Sidney Friedman apart from all other entertainers: 1) His performance makes Everyone feel special. He literally elevates an entire crowd as if he is speaking to each person individually. 2) Sidney and his staff are the easiest, most professional people to work with. Sidney doesn't want you satisfied. He wants you Wowed!!!
As seen on the Today Show and The View, Sidney's show features the art of perception and intuition performed to the highest degree, but more than that, your audience will feel charged up, happy and excited about our minds, our lives and all the possibilities.
The Friedman experience includes telepathy, extrasensory perception (ESP), premonition, even "mathemagic" and all kinds of extraordinary mind power. PLUS, uniquely and exclusively, you will see Friedman's "Music Mind Reading" where you think of specific songs, Friedman then senses them and plays them on the piano or guitar (See GigSalad Video).
In addition, Friedman customizes each presentation so your theme, concepts and goals are an integral part of the show.
About
Mentalist SIDNEY FRIEDMAN is the 2021 recipient of the 2021 DUNNINGER AWARD, akin to the Oscar in the magical arts, an international award given to the best in the field, previous winners being the likes of Uri Geller and The Amazing Kreskin. (SEE PHOTOS)
TODAY SHOW host Hoda Kotb exclaims, "A few people are better at seeing the future than others, like mentalist Sidney Friedman...I love Sidney!"
Jo Jerman, the Sr. VP of Merck calls Friedman's show, "Simply outstanding!"
Win Christiansen, Sr. VP of McDonald's Corporation states, "Our people were (and still are!) spellbound by your feats. You absolutely captivated your entire audience."
And Dan Donahue, the Sr. VP of Campbell's Soup Company wrote: "You made an indelible impression.... You always do a great job of linking innovative and creative ability.... It means a great deal to us that you are also very entertaining and fun."
The Hundreds of Thrilled Friedman Clients include:
Dean Witter, Smith Barney, Fifth Third Bank, Wells Fargo, Nortell, McDonald's, Kraft Foods, Quaker Oats, Campbell's Soup, John Deere, Exxon, Lockheed Martin, HP, the New York Coal Trade Association, the Express Carriers Association, Jewish Federation, OMNI Youth Services, and more, so you can be sure your event will be terrific too.
Additional booking notes
The technical requirements for Friedman's show are very simple and easy. With few exceptions, his show is adaptable to almost any environment and almost any space. A small table, a stool and a microphone are all that's required for smaller crowds. A small riser and some lighting are also needed for larger crowds, though often Friedman can bring his own lighting. Please inquire for specifics.
Past booked events
May 2026
30
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:30pm - 9:30pm
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Chicago, IL
January 2026
23
Friday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 7:45pm
•
South Bend, IN
17
Saturday
Corporate Event
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Elmhurst, IL
December 2025
06
Saturday
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party
7:30pm - 10:30pm
•
Northbrook, IL
October 2025
10
Friday
Cocktail Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
July 2025
25
Friday
House Party
6:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Highland Park, IL
June 2025
22
Sunday
Wedding Reception
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
May 2025
19
Monday
Cocktail Party
9:00pm - 10:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
10
Saturday
School Assembly
12:30pm - 1:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
April 2025
25
Friday
Fundraiser
6:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
05
Saturday
Wedding Reception
7:30pm - 11:00pm
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Marco Island, FL
February 2025
15
Saturday
Cocktail Party
9:00pm - 9:45pm
•
Addison, IL
December 2024
24
Tuesday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Niles, IL
October 2024
19
Saturday
Birthday Party
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
August 2024
31
Saturday
Birthday Party
3:00pm - 3:30pm
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Lake Forest, IL
25
Sunday
Bridal Shower
12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Oak Brook, IL
21
Wednesday
Cocktail Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
03
Saturday
Corporate Event
8:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Bradley, IL
March 2024
21
Thursday
Teen Birthday Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
January 2024
22
Monday
House Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Highland Park, IL
December 2023
08
Friday
Cocktail Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Fort Wayne, IN
October 2023
24
Tuesday
Corporate Event
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
10
Tuesday
Cocktail Party
3:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
July 2023
29
Saturday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
April 2023
19
Wednesday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
December 2022
14
Wednesday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Naperville, IL
09
Friday
Christmas Party
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
October 2022
08
Saturday
Dinner Party
8:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
July 2022
16
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
9:30am - 11:00am
•
Schaumburg, IL
February 2022
23
Wednesday
Corporate Event
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
January 2022
06
Thursday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 6:45pm
•
Chicago, IL
December 2021
10
Friday
Corporate Event
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Oakwood, IL
August 2021
07
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Schaumburg, IL
July 2021
03
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
St Charles, IL
May 2021
29
Saturday
Grand Opening
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
July 2020
25
Saturday
Retirement Party
3:00pm - 11:00pm
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Frankfort, IL
24
Friday
Festival
8:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Remington, IN
February 2020
13
Thursday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Downers Grove, IL
November 2019
18
Monday
Cocktail Party
12:00pm - 12:45pm
•
Chicago, IL
September 2019
07
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Kankakee, IL
June 2019
08
Saturday
Anniversary Party
5:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Elkhart, IN
March 2019
17
Sunday
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Skokie, IL
July 2017
15
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
2:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Highland Park, IL
June 2017
03
Saturday
Corporate Event
8:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Highland Park, IL
January 2017
20
Friday
Holiday Party (Other)
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Crete, IL
Setup requirements
For small shows locally in the Chicago metro area, Sidney provides all sound, lights and equipment. For larger shows in Chicago, and all out-of-town shows, support equipment requirements are minimal and variable depending on the size and scope of the sho