Using his love of magic that started to grow as a child, Michael Grandinetti has signed onto star in the new CW series, ‘Masters of Illusion.’ The network has ordered 13-hour long episodes of the show, which will feature Grandinetti and other experienced magicians in grand illusion. The magicians will be performing daring escapes, mentalism and comedy magic from around the world.

In ‘Masters of Illusion,’ Grandinetti will perform such illusions as the 360 Degree Levitation, the Mid-Air Vanish and the Rosebush Through Time. For his Walking Through Steel performance, the magician was assisted by former ‘American Idol’ finalist Ace Young, who examined the 7-feet, 200-pound metal barrier Grandinetti used in the trick.

‘Masters of Illusion’ is tentatively scheduled to begin airing in February on The CW. The nationwide ‘Masters of Illusion Live!’ tour will also begin in February, with performances across the U.S. and Canada. An eight-country European tour is also being planned.

Grandinetti, a modern young illusionist, is known for his contemporary flair, stunning original illusions and engaging personality. Before being featured on ‘Masters of Illusion,’ he was also seen on such television series and specials as ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ and NBC’s ‘Dangerous Magic.’ Besides also working with symphony orchestras and major corporate galas, Grandinetti was the first illusionist to ever appear in the 4th of July Parade in Washington, D.C.

The 36-year-old magician, who was born and raised in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Pittsburgh, has been performing magic for over 30 years. After starting his career in magic as a child who practiced in his bedroom and performed at neighborhood shows, Grandinetti moved to Los Angeles to become one of the most successful magicians in America.

Written by: Karen Benardello