“I’ve known Christopher for many years, having witnessed his performances and lectures – and he is truly exceptional! His creativity and routines are remarkable. He ranks among the best professionals I’ve encountered! If you can’t learn from him, who can you learn from? He’s not just an outstanding performer but also an exceptional teacher. Don’t hesitate to attend his lecture!” – Jan Forster

“Chris’s inaugural Penguin Live lecture is one of the few I consistently revisit. He provided us with a comprehensive experience – practical insights, brilliant concepts, polished presentations, foolproof techniques, and engaging real-world performance clips. If you own that lecture, the follow-up is a must. If you don’t have it yet, do yourself a favor and invest in both! You won’t regret it. Seize this chance to learn from someone who has captivated and amazed countless audiences!” – Drew Backenstoss

“Christopher Carter has been a professional mentalist for longer than most. His performances are always fresh, captivating, and genuinely entertaining. The techniques you will learn here are not mere fantasies; they have been honed through decades of live performances! There are very few individuals I wish wouldn’t present a Penguin lecture because their material is too valuable. Christopher is one of those rare talents. Writing this to express how amazing he is feels frustrating!” – Colin McLeod

“Many magicians deliver strong, creative lectures. Some are busy performing for substantial fees. Only a select few excel in both areas. Christopher Carter is undoubtedly part of that elite group.” – Ken Weber

“Christopher Carter can do it all. His college shows are legendary, and his stage act is extraordinary. As a writer, he crafts the most brilliant performances. His creativity serves as a lesson for all mentalists. His work ethic is unmatched, and his humor is subtle. Learning from this modern mentalism giant can significantly enhance your career or performance. I am proud to have learned from him, but I can never replicate his focus and creativity.” – Marc Salem

“Christopher Carter is one of my favorite innovators in modern mentalism. His material is among the best in the world—clear, direct, imaginative, and impactful. After thousands of live performances, his work has been refined into something incredibly powerful. I will never forget the first time I saw him, and the more I discover about his techniques, the more impressive they become. I would travel any distance to hear him discuss his craft and will be revisiting this lecture repeatedly.” – Nate Staniforth

“Christopher Carter is one of the most sought-after mentalists today, and there’s a solid reason for that. He meticulously crafts his material, leaving no detail overlooked for maximum effect. Whenever I have the chance to learn from Chris, I seize it, knowing his insights will be invaluable.” – Eric Dittelman

What Will He Teach?

Memories: Five audience members think of memories from their past, and the mentalist reveals them in detail without any written notes or spoken words.

Key-Know Revisited: A refined approach to T.A. Waters’ underrated gem, Key-Know, paired with a compelling presentation.

Paintball Roulette: An exciting and suspenseful Russian Roulette using ungimmicked paintball guns, a highlight of Christopher’s college performances for years.

The Story of Jack Spade, New Age Detective: While not strictly mentalism, this is a mind-reader’s interpretation of the classic story deck, Diamond Jack.

Telepathy in the Parlor: A captivating telepathic routine involving the entire audience. One participant selects an individual from the crowd, and the mentalist reveals their deepest thoughts, predicting the chosen target in advance.

GeoPsycho: A drawing duplication where the image exists solely in the spectator’s mind, yet the mentalist successfully replicates it.

Who Is He?

For nearly three decades, Christopher has been one of the most active mentalists in the United States, performing at over 3,500 college campuses and more than 1,000 corporate events. He has earned accolades such as Entertainer of the Year, Best Live Novelty Act, Best Performing Artist, and Best Male Artist from Campus Activities Magazine, and is the only performer to have swept all major awards in a single year. He has also received the Milbourne Christopher Award in Mentalism and the Dunninger Award from the Psychic Entertainers Association.

Where Can You See the Greatest Creators and Performers Share Their Professional Magic Act?

Only at Penguin LIVE! The world’s top magicians spend years perfecting their acts. Magic enthusiasts rarely get the chance to learn the secrets behind what makes these performances extraordinary. Penguin Live Acts grants you exclusive access to industry giants as they reveal how to execute their powerful A-material. First, you’ll witness the show performed for a live audience, then go behind the scenes to learn about the routines and the secrets of crafting an act that can take decades to master. Many insights shared have been kept under wraps for years, and you can only learn them at Penguin LIVE!