Magic Performance | Chris Hannibal | TEDxCharlotte

Did i mention this was my favourite trick?

My goal and intention of this performance was to uplift and inspire. The audience at hand (700+) and the hundreds of thousands of views, as well as the personal feedback I've gotten, tell me I've succeeded in this goal. Thanks for watching, there's much more to come. I hope there is love where you are.

look at the cards and say "I love you but I'm not in love with you" that'll screw them up Silence... This crowd is either dead, or has never heard a joke before. Classic Hannibal joke that makes me laugh every time

"Hannibal has 9 letters." This man is such a master of controlling attention he can just boldly lie and nobody cares.

This was an incredible performance. I always admire Magicians when they do a routine knowing full well they are going to be recorded. It really takes a lot of heart to put your craft out there like that for everyone to dissect afterwards. The haters who burn his moves and call his handling sloppy, still have no clue as to how any of the effects he performed work, but they feel so accomplished because they spotted a "secret" move. Worse yet are the dimwits commenting on his physical shape, like they have anything to do with the amazing skill that was displayed. What I admire most about this performance is the way he weaved all of the effects together into one complete story. I liked his patter with the volunteers, and you can tell by the smiles on their faces that they enjoyed the performance as well, contrary to what the perpetually offended snowflakes in the comments might say. My hat is off to you Chris! Well done!

The great thing about this guy is he jokes himself out whenever he messes up, and make it his own comedy show. Good job, big fan of ya.

Chris is the man.. I grew up in Charlotte and saw him perform at festivals all the time. He's genuine and wants everyone to have a good time, and feel special. Quite the trickster too

Chris: You're not buying this are you? Victor: I ain't got no money!

so cool - still have the $$ origami that you made me during an event.... peace!

The "lie about your card" part totally threw me because I was thinking of the Queen of Spades too...

"you're not buying it,do you?" - "Nah mate got no money" 5:25 - 5:35

I like this mans power of inspiration and story telling. To go from a nobody to where he is now, he deserves every penny. Keep doing what you do man you're an amazing person for it.

I’ve seen him do this trick before and the person also chose a three I wonder how he forces the three

I've done a TEDx event before. It's a little intimidating due to a clock staring you in the face, and it's not a typical performance that people are expecting. People come to these expecting to be enlightened or educated. Then you add the element of knowing it's going to be put online for the world to see, whether you approve or not. I don't read the comments on mine, because I know a lot of jealous, immature pricks are going to leave insults because it make them feel superior in their own little world. So, although I may not know him on a personal level...as a magician, and mentalist that performs in the same circles as Hannibal, I can honestly say this was a great and entertaining performance.

This guy mucks up on TEDx and keeps going. Mad respect

Watching this in 2020. This is definitely what this year needs, some amazingly inspiring happiness!!

Woah, this man deserves respect. He accompanies his tricks with interesting personality and interaction with the audience. Really cool man! Michael Snake where you at 🐍

This was great, not only well done card tricks but the showmanship too! He even managed to sneak a little bit of life advice in.

Hannibal deserved this platform. What a character.

I've been binge watching Chris Hannibal's magic videos for the past 4 hours..I'm hooked!!! What an Awesome Showman and Intelligent magician!!Ignore the haters..You're wonderful :)