Jim Steinmeyer was called by The New York Times the “celebrated ‘invisible man’— inventor, designer, and creative brain behind many of the great stage magicians.” His illusions have been featured by Doug Henning, Siegfried and Roy, David Copperfield, Ricky Jay, and many others. He created the special illusions for Beauty and the Beast, Into the Woods, Mary Poppins, Aladdin, and many other shows. He is also the author of books on the history and art of magic.