Clown for fun and profit: Learning the art of clowning

Master the art of clowning with this comprehensive course, covering makeup, personality, performance, and professional development for entertainers of all levels.

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Brief Summary

This course brings you into the colorful world of clowning! You’ll learn everything from makeup to personality to performance. It’s perfect if you want to bring joy to others or even do it professionally. Let’s make laughter happen, one balloon at a time!

Key Points

  • Learn about the history and different types of clowns.
  • Discover how to apply clown makeup correctly.
  • Understand how to choose the right wig and outfit.
  • Get insights into clowning techniques like balloon twisting and using props.
  • Explore professional development opportunities in the clowning community.

Learning Outcomes

  • Become familiar with different types of clowns and their roles.
  • Master the techniques for applying clown makeup and choosing outfits.
  • Gain skills in balloon twisting and effective prop usage.
  • Learn how to behave professionally as a clown in different settings.
  • Network with other clowns and enhance your craft through community involvement.

About This Course

Learn the art of being a clown from make up to personality to performance. Whether just for fun or professionally

Have you ever had a dream of running off and joining the circus?

Do you like hearing people laughing at your antics?

Do you have a desire make other people happy?

Then maybe you should think about the art of clowning. It is an art and takes years of practice to perfect. You can't just go to the Halloween store buy some face paint throw on your pajamas and be a clown. That is not a clown.

This course is structured to get you on your way to becoming a clown. No matter if you clown for fun or profit a clown is always representing the entire profession whether your niche is birthday parties, parades/fairs or visiting hospitals and nursing homes.

A clown is a professional entertainer and it takes work and effort to do it correct. Everyone can spot a "real" clown versus an amateur in a wig. This course teaches about being a "real" clown, what supplies you need, how you conduct yourself. We will cover types of clowns how they act and interact with people. We will talk about how YOU can pick your clown outfit(s), wig, make up and clown personality.

From here we will cover how to actually clown by talking about balloon twisting and the use of props and types of props you can use in your clown act.

We will discuss major topics in the clown community such as rules to be a professional clown and how to act professionally and appropriately. We will talk about the bad wrap that clowns can get from Hollywood movies and how you can avoid falling into that stereotype.

The last part of the course is will be all about professional development. This covers the topics of honing your craft by getting involved with other clowns in the community through clown alleys and conventions both on the local, regional and national level. This will also give personal tips on clowning in particular situations such as parades, hospitals and birthday parties.

  • Understading a brief history of clowns, types of clowns and type of clown work

  • Understanding a appling clown make up

  • Picking a wig and clown outfit

Course Curriculum

Instructor

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J. R. Boyle

My interest in clowning began when I was in child. The clown was a larger than life figure that commanded the audience and made them laugh. After college I pursued learning to be a clown. I have been doing clowning for over 10 years mostly locally. Though I am not as active as I was when I started, I am...

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4.9 course rating
4K ratings
ui-avatar of Patrick Rushman
Patrick R.
3.5
1 year ago

it was great as far as getting me to wrap my head around clowning. However, there are a lot of typos in the quizzes. Other than that, great job!

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ui-avatar of Fatma Çakmak
Fatma ďż˝.
5.0
1 year ago

çok iyi

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ui-avatar of John Buerge
John B.
3.0
1 year ago

I’ve learned some but not anything that’s going to set me a part from other clowns

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ui-avatar of Mauricio Etcheverry
Mauricio E.
5.0
4 years ago

Es genial!

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ui-avatar of Urte
Urte
1.0
4 years ago

Its just so basic...

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ui-avatar of Joey messick
Joey M.
4.5
5 years ago

I ended learning quite a few things I didn't know, so great course.

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ui-avatar of Vik Handa
Vik H.
5.0
5 years ago

The instructor is very dedicated and informing.

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ui-avatar of Nebbie O'Kane
Nebbie O.
5.0
6 years ago

Love this! I'm learning so much about being a Clown. :)

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ui-avatar of Madison Sweatman
Madison S.
5.0
6 years ago

So far I am learning a lot! I've always wanted to be a clown but I've never been sure where to start

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ui-avatar of Sarah Bolton
Sarah B.
1.0
6 years ago

I've worked in the industry for a while, but I was expecting more content on how to create your performance, etc. This course was very basic and unprofessional. I have learned more from watching YouTube videos.

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