Paranormal – The Mindreading Magic Show at Horseshoe Las Vegas

A stranger chooses a word from a book, pictures a time, or thinks of a name, and Frederic Da Silva appears to know the answer. His show, Paranormal, turns those private thoughts into a fast-moving Las Vegas performance, with mind reading, predictions, hypnosis, and plenty of moments that invite you to ask how it was done.

I like two things in particular: Da Silva draws audience members into the act, so the show feels more immediate than a distant stage spectacle, and the intimate theater gives you a good view of the performance. The 4:00 pm start also leaves room to fit the show before dinner.

One consideration: this is a mentalism act built around mystery, not an explanation of its methods. You may leave intrigued, entertained, and still without answers. Tickets are nonrefundable except when poor weather cancels the performance, so choose your date with care.

What to know before you go

• Da Silva turns thoughts into the main event: Expect predictions, word and number selections, imagined times, and other demonstrations built around audience participation.
• The theater is intimate: The venue is described as small, with one estimate putting it at about 300 seats. Book ahead if you have a particular date in mind.
• The show runs about 85 minutes: The performance itself is listed at roughly 75 minutes, with the overall experience estimated at 1 hour 25 minutes.
• Tickets start at $37.50 per person: Four seating options let you match the ticket to your budget, including general admission and VIP choices.
• Drinks cost extra: There is an in-house bar, but beverages are not part of the ticket price.
• The 4:00 pm timing can work well: It leaves a useful gap before dinner or an evening flight, though you should allow extra time for getting to the theater.

A mentalist’s show, not a conventional magic act

At Paranormal, Da Silva asks you to weigh competing explanations: suggestion, illusion, coincidence, or something that seems harder to pin down. The show’s premise is that he can uncover details held in the minds of people in the audience. One moment might involve a word chosen from a random novel; another may involve a secretly pictured time or the name of someone a participant is thinking about.

That focus makes the performance different from a large-scale illusion show built around elaborate scenery and grand visual effects. Here, the central spectacle is the person onstage and what he appears to know. If you enjoy trying to work out a trick while it is happening, you will have plenty to puzzle over.

Da Silva is an international mentalist, magician, and hypnotist, and the show brings those parts of his act together. The result is intended to be entertaining as well as uncanny. Audience members describe the pacing as quick, with humor woven into the demonstrations, and Da Silva’s personal story and a message about love also feature in the performance.

Go in with an open mind, but not with the expectation that the show will settle whether mentalism is paranormal. The fun is in watching what happens, noticing how the act is presented, and deciding what you make of it afterward.

How the audience becomes part of the act

Audience participation is one of the show’s defining features. Da Silva’s demonstrations can involve people sharing a thought, making a choice, or coming onstage. The supplied examples include guessing a number, identifying a selected word, predicting what someone is hiding in a pocket, and stopping a watch at a time another person has imagined.

Taking part can make a performance especially memorable, but participation is not guaranteed for every person. If you would rather watch than be called on, you can still follow the demonstrations from your seat. If you are curious about stepping into the act, sit ready for the possibility of being involved, while remembering that the show’s specific interactions can vary.

The audience work also gives the performance a human scale. Instead of watching a trick unfold only from a distance, you see Da Silva respond to people in the room. That can make the suspense feel more personal, and it helps explain why the small theater matters: the action is built around attention, faces, and reactions, not just stage effects.

There is comedy in the mix, too. One audience moment involving someone seeing English in Portuguese was singled out as especially funny. That kind of surprise helps keep the show from feeling like a string of solemn demonstrations. The tone is not all mystery; Da Silva’s personality and timing are part of the entertainment.

What the 85-minute visit looks like

The advertised start time is 4:00 pm at Paranormal in Horseshoe Las Vegas. The performance is described as lasting about 1 hour and 15 minutes, while the overall visit is estimated at around 1 hour and 25 minutes. Treat that as a useful planning guide rather than a promise that every show will end at the exact same minute.

The itinerary includes the performance and a short portion at Horseshoe Las Vegas Casino. In practical terms, this is a theater outing within the casino, not a guided tour around the property. You are there for Da Silva’s act; the casino is the venue.

The 4:00 pm time slot suits a day when you want a substantial show without giving up the whole evening. You can plan dinner afterward, and the timing has also worked for people fitting the performance around a later flight. Still, leave a buffer for your own plans. The show’s estimated duration is not a guarantee of the exact time you will be free.

Why the small venue helps

The theater’s intimate scale is a genuine advantage for a show based on audience reactions and close attention. One estimate puts it at around 300 seats, though that figure should be treated as approximate. Compared with a vast production, a smaller room can make the performer and participants easier to follow.

It can also mean fewer chances to get a ticket at the last minute. The show is often booked about 14 days ahead, and the theater has been described as selling out on some dates. If seeing Da Silva is a priority, pre-booking is sensible, especially if your Las Vegas schedule is fixed.

Four seating options offer some choice in how much you spend. The starting price is $37.50 per person, while the final amount depends on the category you select. General admission and VIP tickets are among the options described, but check the exact seat category before paying so you know what your chosen ticket covers.

The available details do not spell out the precise view from every category. If seat position matters to you, compare the options at booking rather than assuming that a higher-priced ticket changes the show itself. The main decision is how much you want to pay for your place in a relatively small theater.

Is $37.50 good value?

At the starting price, this is a modestly priced live show by Las Vegas standards, especially for an evening or afternoon built around a named performer and an original stage act. The ticket includes admission and taxes, fees, and handling charges. It does not include drinks, transport, hotel pickup, or parking and valet costs.

Value here depends less on spectacle and more on whether you enjoy close-up mentalism and audience involvement. If the appeal is seeing someone apparently reveal thoughts and make startling predictions, the show offers a focused performance at a comparatively accessible entry price. Several ticket categories also make it easier to set your own spending limit.

If you prefer large sets, elaborate costumes, or effects that are clearly visual from every corner of a room, this may not be the best match. The draw is Da Silva’s performance and the mystery around his demonstrations. I would choose it for the curiosity and the chance of seeing audience participation up close, not because it promises a grand production.

Remember to budget for drinks if you want them. The in-house bar sells beverages separately, and parking or valet fees are not included. Those extras can change the total cost of the outing, so consider them alongside the ticket price.

Who is likely to enjoy Paranormal

This show is a good fit if you like magic, puzzles, psychological demonstrations, or performances that leave room for debate. It also works well for couples, friends, and families looking for an indoor activity that does not take up an entire evening. The humor and audience interaction give it a broader appeal than a strictly serious mind-reading demonstration.

Skeptics can have a good time, too. You do not need to believe that Da Silva has supernatural abilities to enjoy the show. The questions about suggestion, probability, and how a trick is constructed are part of the appeal. Go in ready to be entertained, rather than expecting a scientific explanation of what you see.

It may be less suitable if you strongly dislike audience participation or feel uncomfortable with the possibility of being singled out. You can watch from your seat, but the act makes the audience part of its subject. If that sounds stressful rather than fun, consider whether a more passive performance would suit you better.

The show’s personal moments and message of love add a warmer note to the mystery. That can make the performance feel more rounded than a sequence of clever tricks, though the balance of humor, storytelling, and mentalism may vary from one show to another.

Practical details for planning your visit

The venue is Horseshoe Las Vegas, and the advertised start time is 4:00 pm. The experience is close to public transportation, which can help if you do not want to drive. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so plan your route to the casino yourself.

Your ticket is mobile, which makes it convenient to keep admission details on your phone. Confirmation is expected within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Most people can participate, but the supplied information does not give further details about age limits or specific accessibility arrangements. If you need a particular accommodation, check directly before booking.

The experience is listed as nonrefundable and unchangeable. If poor weather causes a cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund. Since the show is indoors but the cancellation terms still mention weather, read the terms carefully before committing and make sure the date fits your plans.

Should you book Da Silva’s mind-reading show?

Book Paranormal if you want an entertaining, close-up performance that blends mind reading, prediction, humor, and audience participation. The intimate theater and the 4:00 pm start make it easy to fit into a Las Vegas day, and tickets from $37.50 offer a relatively affordable way to add a live show to your plans.

Skip it if you want a large-scale spectacle or need every trick explained. Da Silva’s act is designed to leave you wondering how it works. If that lingering question sounds like part of the fun, reserve a seat ahead of time, choose the ticket category that suits your budget, and leave a little room in your evening to talk over what you think you saw.

FAQ

How long is Paranormal?

The overall experience is estimated at about 1 hour and 25 minutes. The performance itself is listed at roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.

What time does the show start?

The listed start time is 4:00 pm.

Where is the show performed?

It takes place at Horseshoe Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada.

How much do tickets cost?

The listed starting price is $37.50 per person. There are four seating options, and the price depends on the category selected.

Are drinks included with the ticket?

No. Beverages are available for purchase at the in-house bar.

Is transportation included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and parking or valet fees are extra. The venue is near public transportation.

Can I get a refund if I cancel?

The experience is normally nonrefundable and cannot be changed. If poor weather causes the show to be canceled, you will be offered another date or a full refund.