This engaging workshop is a delightful journey of self-discovery as students tap into their inner clown personas, unveiling a side that everyone possesses. The experience promises loud laughter followed by heartfelt empathy, offering a unique blend of humor and sincerity. Beyond the entertainment, this training holds significant advantages for students, fostering authenticity, vulnerability, and confidence.

The workshop content encompasses a range of clowning styles and techniques, including:

1. The Simple Clown: Exploring the essence of simplicity and its power in creating genuine comedic moments.
2. The Augustine Clown: Delving into the world of the Auguste clown, known for its mischievous and playful nature.
3. The Adult Clown: Unveiling the complexities and subtleties of the adult clown character, which adds depth and nuance to comedic performances.
4. Character Clown: Discovering the art of creating unique and memorable clown characters with distinct personalities.
5. Developing a Unique Character: Guiding students in crafting their clown personas, complete with quirks and idiosyncrasies.
6. Finding the Game: Teaching students how to identify and accentuate the comedic “game” within a scene or routine.
7. Checking In & The Rule of 3: Introducing techniques for maintaining audience engagement and comedic timing.
8. Improvisation and Audience Connection: Enhancing improvisational skills and fostering a strong connection with the audience.
9. Building a Routine: Providing insights into constructing a cohesive and entertaining clown routine.

Through these elements, students will discover the joy of clowning and develop valuable life skills such as authenticity, vulnerability, and confidence. This workshop promises to be a transformative experience that leaves students with a newfound appreciation for the art of clowning and its ability to connect with audiences on a profound level.

Devised by: Clint Bolster
Directed by: Clint Bolster