Vinny DePonto is a New York City-based mentalist, artist, writer, and director known for his theatrical magic and immersive storytelling. His solo show Charlatan was nominated for a Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatrical Event in 2014. He has collaborated with organizations such as Ars Nova, HERE Arts Center, and the Future of StoryTelling Festival. His virtual show Mental Amusements was highlighted by The New York Times for its ingenuity during the pandemic.
DePonto's consulting work in illusion design has been featured in the Tony-winning Broadway revival of Angels in America, Lincoln Center's Ghost Light, and television shows like Magic for Humans on Netflix, Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris on NBC, and The Magic of Science on the Discovery Channel. He is also a member of the Bessie Award-winning immersive theatre group Third Rail Projects.