US hypnotist, Scott Lewis, dies after tower block fall in Sydney Police had yet to determine whether Lewis's fall was the result of "misadventure or self-harm," she said. Tim Lawson, the show's co-producer, said the performances would continue. "The company is deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Dr Lewis," Mr Lawson said in a statement. "The entire company has decided to continue the show in his honor, and send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends," he added. Sydney Opera House said in a statement that Mr Lewis "was a wonderful performer and he will be greatly missed." Mr Lewis's website said he had the distinction of having "the longest-running family-friendly comedy hypnosis show in Las Vegas history." He appeared at the Las Vegas" Riviera Hotel for nine years.