Apply for this licence
You must hold a permit to stage a public performance of hypnotism for entertainment purposes - whether live or broadcast.
You won鈥檛 need a permit if the hypnotism is for the purpose of scientific demonstration or research, or if you are only hypnotising yourself.
Conditions
You may also need a theatre or entertainment licence, depending on the venue and the type of performance. Ask the council if you鈥檙e unsure after reading your permit.
You may also need to:
- hold public liability insurance if the venue鈥檚 insurance doesn鈥檛 cover your performance
- add to any performance poster, advertisement or programme the words 鈥渧olunteers, who must be aged 18 or older, can refuse at any point to continue taking part in the performance鈥�
See your permit for the exact conditions you must follow.
How to apply
Apply to the local council. You will need to pay a fee, which will vary depending on the council.
Depending on the council, you may also need to:
- apply at least 28 days before your performance (unless you have staged hypnotism at the same venue within the past 3 years without incident)
- give details of your last 3 performances (when and where)
- tell the council about any previous refusals of a hypnotism permit or convictions related to staged hypnotism
Penalties
If you stage hypnotism for entertainment purposes without a licence or break any of the conditions on your permit, you could be fined up to 拢1,000.