Illusions of Grandeur

2015

Up-and-coming street magician Zack Mirza strives to take his magic skills to the next level as he travels to twelve cities in twelve weeks, performing dozens of brand new illusions. On this magic pilgrimage, Zack walks in the footsteps of the greats and brings his brand of street magic to cities like Toronto, New York, Austin, Las Vegas and Detroit. In each city, Zack focuses on a different style of magic like mentalism, escapes, or card magic. He wows locals with tricks on the street, and digs deep into each city's magic culture. Drawing inspiration from history's greatest magicians, Zack performs all new effects and puts his own spin on classic illusions.

Production

Seasons

12 Episodes • Premiered 2015

Up-and-coming street magician Zack Mirza travels to 12 cities on a quest to become one of the best.

1. Toronto

Zack Mirza begins a magic journey across North America, starting off in his hometown of Toronto. He delights locals with close-up magic, and explores his old haunts like the magic shop where his obsession began. He performs for Toronto Raptors star, Terrence Ross -- blowing his mind with a basketball trick shot for the ages. Finally, Zack embarks on the most ambitious card illusion he's ever attempted.

2. Niagara Falls

Zack travels to Niagara Falls to attempt his very first stage performance.

3. New York

Zack brings some of his most shocking tricks to New York City.

4. Philadelphia

Zack takes his magic to the lively streets of Philadelphia.

5. Detroit

Zack channels the hopeful spirit of Detroit into an incredible glass walk performance, and visits Colon, Michigan for the famous Abbott's Magic Get Together.

6. Chicago

Zack performs feats of mentalism while uncovering the lost history of magic in Chicago.

7. New Orleans

Zack experiences some voodoo in New Orleans.

8. Austin

Zack visits Austin to perform a live show.

9. New Mexico

Zack tours New Mexico, performing magic as he gains insight into the supernatural.

10. Las Vegas

Zack visits Las Vegas seeking some sleight-of-hand secrets.

11. Los Angeles

Zack travels to Los Angeles to try and become a member of the world-famous Magic Castle.

12. San Francisco

Zack pays homage to Houdini in San Francisco, with a daring escape attempt.

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