“Vinny Grosso is a true gentleman, one of the most gracious guys in magic. That said, he also fooled us badly and made us love it.” – Teller

“Not only did he fool Penn & Teller, he also fooled me. Which I believe to be way harder.” – Mac King

“Vinny Grosso is one of my favorite magicians. Anytime he talks, I listen, and so do lots of other magicians in the know. Don’t be fooled by his nice guy image, it’s real. And like most top magicians, he realizes that sometimes the best material lies in uncovering a classic and making it new again. Vinny also knows that the real secret to success is in how an entertainer treats an audience and being likable, and he’s a master at both.” – Michael Mode

“Vinny Grosso is one of those rare magicians. He has experience in almost all areas of magic, from behind the scenes to theater booking other acts and creating rare, unusual, off-the-wall yet highly entertaining performance pieces. Vinny is hands-on funny, and amazing. You need to see, to learn, and to experience Vinny Grosso. You will walk away with your life changed. Oh, and if that was not enough, he is kind of okay as a human being as well.” – Banachek

What Will He Teach?

Stage/Parlor Act:

Marked Cards: A humorous routine featuring Vinny’s Tasteless act where he astonished Penn & Teller by tasting a card… in the nude.

Tossed Out Words: A creative spin on the tossed-out deck concept using words.

Medium Exposure: A version of mental epic that eliminates the need for a forced outcome.

Name a Card: An easy method for revealing a spectator’s chosen card, adaptable for corporate settings.

Hostage: A contemporary take on the In/Out rope routine culminating in a handcuff finale.

Also Discussing:

Both of His “Fool Us” Acts: Insights into their development and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from “Fool Us.”

Mentalist vs. Magician: Strategies for magicians to weave mentalism into their performances.

Business Card Mentalism: An innovative approach to mental epic and psychometry utilizing business cards.

Who Is He?

Vinny Grosso is celebrated for his remarkable performances, including the unforgettable moment he fooled Penn & Teller while unclothed. He also wowed them again in a fully dressed act and appeared on season 12 of America’s Got Talent. Vinny has served as the National President of The Society of American Magicians, is a member of the Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star, and holds a world record for jumping on broken glass. His vast experience includes working as a tour manager and technical director for renowned figures like Cesar Millan, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, Ina Garten, and Mel Brooks.

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