HYPROV (pronounced hip-rawv), the hit show that has sold out venues across Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom, is continuing its highly successful ‘Yes, It’s Real’ Tour with a run across Australia & New Zealand in 2026. 

Starring Colin Mochrie (Whose Line is it Anyway?) and Master Hypnotist, Asad Mecci, HYPROV combines hypnosis and improv for a one-of-a-kind comedy experience.

The 90-minute show begins with Asad Mecci inviting 20 volunteers on stage to be hypnotized. From there, the most responsive participants join Colin Mochrie to perform the rest of the show—while still under hypnosis.

In the hands of two seasoned performers, and drawn entirely from the uninhibited minds of volunteers and the audience, each performance is completely original, unpredictable, and hilarious.

In its tenth year, HYPROV began at the legendary Second City theatre in Toronto, and has since performed over 200 tour dates and enjoyed residencies Off-Broadway and in Las Vegas.

Now Mochrie and Asad are set to bring the celebrated tour down under, with dates set in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Auckland, Adelaide and Perth from April 16th – including spots at the Brisbane Comedy Festival, Sydney Comedy Festival and Perth Comedy Festival during the run. 

“I’m excited to head back to Australia and New Zealand, two of my favorite places to perform. The audiences there are sharp, funny, and just unpredictable enough to make them perfect for HYPROV. Asad hypnotizes them, I improvise with them… what could possibly go wrong?  I guess we will find out.”  COLIN MOCHRIE 

“Nothing is pre-arranged with the volunteers.  What you see is what you get.  The show is raw, authentic, and completely real. That’s why we called this tour Yes, It’s Real and every night is a comedy high-wire act without a net.  I’m so excited to witness what Australia and New Zealand have in store for us” ASAD MECCI

Scottish-born, Canadian performer Colin Mochrie has had a long and celebrated career in the world of improv, acting, writing and comedy. Best known for his appearances on the US and UK versions of ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway?’, Mochrie has been a mainstay on television and the stage since getting his start with The Second City comedy troupe in the late 80s.

Originally appearing on the UK version of Whose Line?, Mochrie spent eight years as a regular until it ended in 1998. He then joined the US version on ABC, appearing in every episode, and continues with the current revival on the CW Network, now in its ninth season having played 18 seasons in total and currently airing in over 100 countries.

Outside of HYPROV, Mochrie has toured extensively with Whose Line co-star Brad Sherwood over the years – including several tours to Australia, and even a spot at The Sydney Opera House back in 2013. 

Highly sought-after world-renowned Consulting Hypnotist Asad Mecci has been profiled in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New Yorker, The Chicago Herald, The Toronto Star and on Entertainment Tonight, MTV, HGTV, BBC, and others over the years. 

In 2024, Asad released an album called ‘An Exploration of Hypnotic Sound’ with the legendary composer Rufus Wainwright. The groundbreaking album seamlessly blends enchanting compositions with expert hypnotic techniques and vocal suggestions.

As a mental strength coach, Asad teaches professional athletes to use visualization and mental imagery to enhance their abilities. Beyond athletics, Asad has been hired by major corporations to serve as an expert consultant in the areas of motivation, advanced communication and stress management.

Tickets for the tour are on sale Friday November 14th. 

‘HYPROV: YES. ITS REAL’ TOUR DATES

TICKETS

Thurs April 16 Brisbane Powerhouse Brisbane QLD 
Fri April 17 The National Theatre Melbourne VIC 
Mon April 20 Enmore Theatre Sydney NSW 
Tues April 21 Playhouse Theatre Canberra ACT
Thurs April 23 Skycity Theatre Auckland NZ 
Saturday April 25 Norwood Concert Hall Adelaide SA 
Sunday April 26 Regal Theatre Perth WA

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