The artform of clowning has a rich tradition which has existed for centuries and with many variations! Studying clowning can enrich a comedian's performance and add a whole new vocabulary and skill set to their comedic toolbelt! In this Saturday and Sunday weekend intensive, students will learn the fundamentals of clown. Students will explore ways to interact and use their environment as a clown and how to interact and engage with their audience. This class will include a showcase on Saturday, August 2nd. There is no prerequisite for the class, but experience in improvisation, stand up, or theater is preferred.
This course will focus on:
- Dicovering your clown persona
- Finding ways to play with fellow clowns as well as audience members
- Using physical comedy, props, and exaggerated facial features
- Connecting with your audience
- Finding joy in performing
This is an in-person, two day intensive class on Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27 from 9am-6pm--breaks and lunches will be scheduled during this time. The instructor is Stephanie Bell. All sales are final. Listed price of class does not include Eventbrite's service fee (3.7% + $1.79) and payment processing fee (2.9%) which will be added to the total price at checkout. Classes are non-refundable but enrollment may be deferred to a future class with TCD approval. All students must adhere to policies in the Stomping Ground Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older.
