Jack Chanin
| Jack Chanin | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Jack Chanin 1907 Russian Empire |
| Died | 1997 (aged 89–90) |
| Cause of death | natural causes |
| Nationality | Ukrainian |
| Other names | Cha-Nin |
| Occupation | magician / magic shop owner |
| Known for | sleight of hand, card magic, coin magic |
Jack Chanin (1907–1997) was a performer, demonstrator, manufacturer, creator, and magic shop owner.[1] He ran Philadelphia's oldest magic studio, Chanin's Studio of Magic, until 1981. He also performed as an Oriental act under the name Cha-Nin.
He marketed hundreds of effects of his own invention, including the Mesh Egg Bag.[2]
Jack Chanin seemed to be able to reach into the pile behind the counter and produce anything a customer wanted.[3]
Published works
- Seven in One (1928)
- Hello, Sucker! (1934)
- Cigar Manipulation (1937)
- Encyclopedia of Sleeving (1947)
See also
References
External links
- See more about Jack Chanin at MagicPedia, the free online Magic encyclopedia.
- Magic History - Jack Chanin
- Radio Program interview with Jack Chanin
- Jack Chanin Bibliography
- The Magic Cafe Forums - Jack Chanin's little shop in Philly
Further reading
- Chanin, The Man with the Magic Hands by David Haversat (2002)
- Jack Chanin: Classic Deceptions CD from Miracle Factory (2008)
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