Zephyr: Comedic Mentalist & Mind Reader

The second I step into the room or onto the stage as Zephyr, the energy shifts. Think the edgy look of Criss Angel mixed with laugh-out-loud comedy. Zephyr is an eccentric, high-energy character who takes the mystical arts completely and utterly seriously, treating every single mind-reading reveal like a monumental, world-changing event. I guarantee your guests have never experienced entertainment like this before. It’s captivating, hilarious, and immediately signals to the room that they are in for an unforgettable spectacle.

This is not a passive, sit-back-and-watch performance. Real thoughts are revealed, impossible choices are predicted, and personal items are used to create mind-boggling psychological illusions. Whether you choose close-up strolling mentalism for a cocktail mixer or a full stage parlor show, your audience is the lifeblood of the experience. Volunteers always leave the stage looking like heroes, and by the end of the night, Zephyr will become their new friend.

Because the entire show is built on high-level improv and interactive crowd work, the performance is fast, sharp, and custom-fit to the real-time energy of your specific room. There are no canned jokes. The humor is native to the moment, genuinely funny, and always handles your guests with seamless professionalism.

Hi, I’m Rob Polonsky. I am a comedic actor, writer, and performer, and I create and perform as Zephyr—a high-energy comedic mentalist and mind reader. I regularly tour my solo show, Mind Over Zephyr, at festivals, events, and theaters, bringing an upbeat, rock-star energy to the stage that treats every single mind-reading reveal like an absolute revelation.

My background directly shapes the caliber of entertainment I bring to upscale events. I am an Advanced Level Student at The Groundlings Theatre & School in Los Angeles, which means the show is packed with razor-sharp improvisational comedy and elite crowd work. Additionally, as a co-creator of the pioneering YouTube channel Chad, Matt & Rob—generating over 100 million views with interactive storytelling—putting the audience at the center of the experience is in my DNA.

Before performing full-time, I spent 15 years leading creative teams at YouTube, Amazon, and Disney. This corporate background means I know exactly how to read a room, handle high-pressure environments, and deliver a seamless, professional booking experience from start to finish. Whether you need interactive strolling mentalism for a cocktail mixer or a full stage parlor show, expect mind-blowing reveals and big laughs!

For Strolling Mentalism (Cocktail Hours & Mixers):
100% Self-Contained: No equipment, staging, or audio setup required. I carry everything on me and move seamlessly through the crowd.

For Stage / Parlor Shows:
Audio/Sound: I provide my own professional wireless headset microphone (Countryman) and Shure transmitter/receiver. I just need access to the venue's PA system, amplifier, or house mixer with an available XLR or 1/4" input channel to plug into.

Staging & Lighting: A clear, well-lit performance space or stage with an unobstructed line of sight for the audience. Because the show is highly interactive, there should be a clear, accessible path for volunteers to move easily from their seats to the stage. No complex lighting cues are necessary—standard house lights or standard stage wash work perfectly.