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FESH
Federation of Ethical Stage Hypnotists
👥 Meet the Members of FESH
The Federation of Ethical Stage Hypnotists (FESH) is overseen by a democratically elected committee, voted in at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). These dedicated professionals ensure that FESH runs smoothly and maintains its high standards.
🏛 Current Committee and Officers
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Chairman: Alan Bates
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Administrator: Martin Taylor
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Treasurer: David Bolton
Committee Members:
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Ken Webster
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Simon Copley
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Chris James
Chairman
Alan Bates
Confucius stated, “Chose a job that you really like, and you will never work again in your life”! This is certainly the case with Alan and this shows in his work ethic.
Alan is proud to be the most TV broadcast hypnotist in history. During a Theatre tour of Mumbai, India, the show, commercials and interviews were shown to the entire population of India, a record 1.237 Billion people. Alan was also the first TV hypnotist to broadcast live throughout Malaysia in 2014. Among his other TV appearances, Alan can include the BBC’s The Graham Norton Show, UTV World Movies, PBS Malta, and The Saturday Night Show on Ireland’s RTE network to name a few.
Alan has performed in Cyprus, Malta, Switzerland, Germany, Sri Lanka, Thailand, India, East Africa, Europe, Kuala Lumpur, Egypt, Singapore, Bali Indonesia, Jakarta, Bahrain, Dubai, Oman and the United States. The highlight of his overseas touring was an invitation to perform for the Royal Family of Brunei on the occasion of Princess Hamidah's Birthday. Alan has performed extensively on the UK's University and College circuit and specialises in TV, Corporate and Private Performances.
Alan has performed Theatre shows all over Europe. A small selection of the venues he has played includes The Royal Court and Neptune Theatres in Liverpool, the Benidorm Palace, the Beck Theatre, Hayes, Middlesex, Theatre Royal Stoke on Trent, Floral Pavilion in New Brighton, the NEC, Birmingham, Oldham’s Coliseum Theatre, Dudley Concert Hall, King George’s Hall Blackburn, Pavilion Theatre Worthing and Fort Regent Jersey.
Before his sad demise Alan toured with psychic medium Derek Acorah from the popular TV show "Most Haunted", starring in their own production of the "Paranormal Experience". Alan's input was "Past Life Regression".
Admin
Martin Taylor
Martin is a professional hypnotist, yet he doesn't believe in hypnosis!
In his presentation he demonstrates all the facets of this astonishing phenomenon, yet without putting anyone to sleep. That's why he's billed as the Hypnotist Who Doesn't Use Hypnosis.
He works as a lecturer, entertainer and consultant, demonstrating hypnosis at schools, universities, and lecture societies. It was Martin who inspired Derren Brown to take up his career, and he has worked with Derren on several television shows.
Recently he has been a hypnosis consultant for Paramount Pictures, helping them make promotional videos for horror films.
Treasurer
David Bolton
With over 25 years of experience, David Bolton is one of the UK’s leading stage hypnotists, delivering unforgettable comedy hypnosis shows that leave audiences in stitches. Having appeared on ITV’s Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, David’s dynamic and engaging performances are suitable for all audience types – from corporate events and universities to theatres and private functions. His fast-paced, family-friendly style combines humour with the fascinating power of the mind, making him a popular choice for a wide range of events. As a member of Equity and a council member of the Federation of Ethical Stage Hypnotists, David is known for his professionalism, showmanship, and commitment to ethical entertainment.
Committee Member
Ken Webster
Are you tired of the same old boring hypnosis shows? Well, Ken Webster was too. That's why, in 1985, he decided to shake things up by breaking away from the tired and outdated stereotypes dominating the industry. The result? A bold and controversial style that quickly earned him success.
But Ken's success didn't come from following the crowd - it came from doing things his way. And that's something that continues to set him apart from the rest. While many have tried to replicate his style, there's only one Ken Webster. He's earned the respect of his peers by introducing new material that's never been seen before, like the man talking to his privates, the hilarious male lap dancing routine, and the classic drunken bingo caller.
But don't just take our word for it. Ken was the first hypnotist to sell out major theatres across the UK in 1989 - and he's been doing it ever since. His hypnosis show at The Horseshoe, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, is the longest-running in the world, having entertained audiences for an impressive 35 years. And he's the only hypnotist to have sold out to over 1250 people every night during a summer season at the Royalty Theatre, Great Yarmouth, for nine years.
So, if you're looking for a hypnosis show that's unlike anything you've seen before, look no further than Ken Webster. With decades of experience and a style all his own, Ken is the original outrageous hypnotist who's not afraid to do things his way. Ken is a full member and officer of FESH
ADULT or FAMILY shows available. 1 to 3 hours in duration.
Committee Member
Chris James
Entertainment with hypnosis, is a real treat for any audience. Initially involving the whole audience in a way that entertains but does not embarrass to build their confidence, volunteers are invited on stage. Only volunteers are used and can return to their seats at any time during the show. During the show the volunteers could become Jockeys, Racing Drivers, Madonna, Models, Martians, Chippendale's, naming just a few of the sketches that could be performed. The standard show lasts for 1 hour and with over two and a half hours of material can be booked into venues more than once a year. It is particularly popular with holiday centres as the show constantly changes. Occasionally depending on budget an evening of Hypnosis with Chris James will be might be more suitable and can last a full 90 minutes.
Committee Member
Simon Sez
Simon is a highly experienced hypnotist, sales trainer and sales process coach, based in the West Midlands, UK.
Simon is fully certified in both stage hypnosis and hypnotherapy (having trained extensively both in the UK and the USA) and has been entertaining and helping people for many years.
Both Simon-Sez’s public and corporate stage hypnosis shows are hilarious and demonstrate just how much fun both the volunteers and the audience can have when beliefs are temporarily altered, inhibitions reduced and people really are a super-hero or a famous singer or a household appliance! Your friends and colleagues can do the most amazing things.
So whether it’s a show or an event or a product launch – you can count on Simon Sez making you look really good.
On a more serious note, for the last 25 years, Simon has been training sales techniques in some of the most challenging sales environments and specialises in industries with high rejection rates. In these circumstances, the mood and attitude of the salesperson is absolutely vital and Simon’s unique understanding of the best ways for people to learn really pays dividends here
Full Member
Dave Rawson
Dave has been a Professional Comedy Hypnotist for over 27 years. 20 years in ibiza and in winter would take his show around Asia. He’s now living back in the UK and available for bookings. Please see his website
Full Member
Adanm Night
The, award winning, Adam Night Comedy hypnotist show 2025 is a pure entertainment show aiming to create audience participation for double the fun. We want to get people Laughing out loud and rolling on the floor at an Adam Night show. He turns the volunteers into the stars of the show by letting them think that they are award winners, lottery winners or even rock stars. Even if you are the sitting in the audience, you will not be able to control your laughter after watching the volunteers do funny and ridiculous things. With his extraordinary personality, he delivers an amazingly entertaining performance which makes the audience energetic and happy. His 30 years of experience adds an untouchable quality to every show. Once the participants attend his shows, they would never forget the mesmerizing moments and this show would be an unforgettable event of their lives.
Full Member
Ian Dee
Ians Comedy Stage Hypnosis show has been declared one of the UK's most creative and original Hypnotist Shows it delivers interactive, improvisational and hilarious comedy while simultaneously unlocking the volunteers' subconscious creative genius. Ian performs his comedy stage hypnosis show to a variety of audiences including hotels, cabaret, private parties, universities, holiday camps and corporate giants. With a broad background spanning over 19 years Ian's professionalism and dynamic style are apparent in all aspects of his Hypnotist Show. Watch as audience participation takes on a whole new meaning making this a uniquely memorable experience your guests will be talking about for ages
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