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Charlie Cairoli

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  • Type

    sound

  • Duration

    00:27:39

  • Shelf mark

    C1142/247

  • Subjects

    Variety performers

  • Recording date

    2008-24-11

  • Interviewees

    Cairoli, Charlie (male)

  • Interviewers

    Barbour, Sue (speaker, female)

  • Description

    Charlie Cairoli Jnr. is the son of Charlie Cairoli, the Clown. Charlie was born and grew up in Blackpool where his father was the Star of the Tower Circus for many years. He left school and became an engineer before joining his father in the act. After his father died he worked with several performers before meeting his wife, Claudi, who joined him in the act. [Interview recorded at his home].

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