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Chris Kenner

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Chris Kenner is an American magician, author, and magic creator based in Las Vegas, Nevada. He authored the book "Totally Out of Control," published in 1992, which introduced several influential sleight-of-hand techniques and routines, including the "Sybil Cut," a multi-packet card flourish that became widely adopted. Kenner has worked extensively with David Copperfield as a creative consultant and executive producer for Copperfield's television specials and live shows. He has also created magic effects used by other professional magicians.

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What is Chris Kenner's Totally Out of Control about?

Totally Out of Control is a 1992 collection of close-up magic built around cards, coins, and other small objects. Its conversational writing and technically demanding routines made it an influential book among working magicians.

What is the Chris Kenner trick ThreeFly?

ThreeFly is a visual coins-across routine in which three coins apparently travel between the performer's hands at the fingertips. The plot became one of the most imitated modern coin-magic sequences after appearing in Totally Out of Control.

What did Chris Kenner do for David Copperfield?

Kenner served as David Copperfield's executive producer and helped develop material for Copperfield's stage productions. That position placed him behind the scenes of large theatrical illusions despite his own reputation being rooted in close-up magic.

Is Chris Kenner connected to Theory11?

Yes, Kenner was one of the prominent magicians involved in Theory11's early identity and creative community. The company became known for instructional magic releases, playing cards, and work involving performers such as Dan White and Andrei Jikh.