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Revision as of 10:42, 18 October 2009
"Senator" Clarke Crandall (1906-1975) was an American comedy magician and magic dealer. He developed funny routines for such effects as the Card Duck and the Cups and Balls.
In 1957, Al Sharpe sold his "Studio of Magic" shop to Clarke "The Senator" Crandall, who ran it for two years before closing it.
He was a host at the Magic Castle, introducing the acts and fended off people who were improperly attired (there is a strict dress code). He was the original grumpy old man and his wit and sarcasm were accepted and expected by all. He would do a weekly X-rated show on Saturday nights at midnight.
He wrote a column for The New Tops called "It's A Mystery To Me."
Abbott's Get-Together presents the "Senator Crandall Award" for Comedy excellence each year.
Books
- Now You Can Get The Best of "Senator" Crandall (1969)
- How To Stack Dice for Fun and No Profit (1974)
- Crandall's Comments (1974)
References
- Cover Genii 1969 March
