Clown Workshop
In this workshop participants would explore their own characters and give rise to their own clown. The course would be conducted from the following elements depending on the time available::

Juggling; simple acrobatics; rhythms, balance;co-ordination
Natural mask
Discovery of personal clown
Commedia Dell'Arte; The Zanni; Lazzi; gags
Mime - illusion work
Double acts; families
Clown costumes
Classical clown scenes and sketches
Developing material
Make-up; the red nose; practical use of make-up
Clown costumes and props


This workshop has been conducted with actors, teachers, probation officers, clergy, social workers and nurses - indeed anyone working in a one-to-one relationship.

This is a practical workshop and participants should wear appropriate clothes