ABSOLUTE CLOWNS
Finding and refining the character behind the nose
“Clowning is the essence of the art of acting, of theatrical existence. The clown is a metaphysical being that contains within itself the whole idea of theatre.” Slava Polunin
This is an entry-level workshop for performers wanting to dip a toe into theatrical clowning - an exploration of the physical expression of the wonderment with which the clown approaches everything around them. The clown is not stupid - simply engaging with a world full of surprises and bewildering, duplicitous objects. Clowns navigate their universe with joyful interest and sometimes mischief, though not (from the audience’s perspective) in the most obvious logical way. Clowns are regularly perplexed, but never defeated.
The 2-hour workshop will be followed by a debrief/unload discussion.
“The experience has been amazing. I’ve learnt so much - don’t be in my head too much and let it flow through me. I would 100 per cent recommend this to other people" Previous A.C.T. participant
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Theatre Deli, 107 Leadenhall Street, London EC3A 4AF
Theatre Deli is a welcoming and creative working space with its own cafe in the centre of London. It is a 5-minute walk from Aldgate tube or Fenchurch Street railway station; 10 minutes from Monument, Bank or Aldgate East stations. It is on the #25 bus route.