Strange and magical things are happening at Luxor. In addition to the changes and improvements taking place all over the property, the lines between reality and illusion have been blurred: guests have witnessed an elephant appear out of thin air, a motorcycle turn into three beautiful women and a man float from the top floor to the Luxor lobby, among other things.

Skeptics will tell you that there is always a rational explanation for such phenomena… and there is: Luxor Resort and Casino is the new home for the third season of A&E Network’s “Criss Angel MINDFREAK.”

Dubbed “the new Houdini,” Criss Angel captivates audiences with his visionary approach to the art of magic, performing demonstrations of mentalism, hypnosis, illusion, and escape. The critically acclaimed show will air on A&E Network beginning in the Spring of 2007.

In its first two seasons, the show delivered the biggest ratings numbers in A&E Network’s history. The third season of the show features Criss’ new breed of modern mysticism as he performs illusions in and around the numerous attractions and features of Luxor as well as various locations at other MGM MIRAGE properties.

“I am so happy to call Luxor home for my third season,” says Angel. “This is an amazing place with infinite possibilities. Everyone here has been so approachable and made us feel right at home. We have really made an effort to take full advantage of all of the things that this property has to offer.”

Criss made his mark on the world of illusion through his unique approach to the art, garnering him numerous awards: He was the recipient of the 22nd Louie Award for outstanding achievement in the art of magic. He was named both 2001 and 2004 Magician of the Year, making him the first two-time recipient ever of this coveted award. He is also the only magician to appear on both the covers of the popular and respected magic magazines Magic and Genii Magazine.