Street magician brings holiday cheer to homeless

Street magician brings holiday cheer to homeless

 

Ryan Tricks has created somewhat of a magical public service announcement this holiday season.

To call attention to — and to generate a bit of compassion for — the plight of those who will be spending this holiday season on the streets rather than in a warm home, the London-based magician took to the streets to spread some holiday cheer using his craft.

In this video, which is a collaboration with LAD Bible as well as a promotion for his new show, “The Power of Magic,” Ryan approaches two people panhandling on the street to deliver a special gift of holiday wonder.

He removes change from the hat they are using to collect donations, and with sleight of hand, the hat is suddenly filled with many bills.

The couple is as overwhelmed as they are shocked. It just serves as a reminder that any bit of help can be magical to someone who is in need.