Introduction
Are you curious about how laughter can transform lives? Or are you a performer looking to explore the art of clowning? Or a professional searching for new ways to connect? Maybe you’re interested in clowing as self-development?
Our upcoming workshops in London share the joy and silliness of clowning and how to spread more play, inspiration and creativity.
What’s the Art of Clowning?
Clowning is an art form built on play and connection. It’s also SOOOO much more than just performing.
It’s about creating moments of joy by daring to be silly, vulnerable and spontaneous.
At Clowns Without Borders UK, we believe the essence of clowning lies in the abilityto make people laugh, not with perfect routines, but through genuine moments of humour. It’s these moments that deeply connect performers with their audience.
At its heart, clowning invites us to let go of fear and embrace our imperfections—joyful, messy and VERY human.
Clowning for Connection
Clowning is a form of connection. Instead of hiding our flaws, it encourages us to celebrate them—our mistakes, awkwardness and vulnerability. We are encouragde to find the joy of connecting playfully with the audience when we get it wrong and find the fun of experiencing the “flop”!
This openness creates space for others to do the same transforming shared moments of laughter into genuine connection. Clowning builds a space where lightness and play become powerful tools for healing and bringing people together.
The clown has a magical ability to break down barriers and make laughter a universal language. They create a safe space for everyone to let go, relax and connect. We have seen first hand how shared moments of joy unite people in ways that words never could.
Clowning and Play
Clowning embraces the freedom to be playful, creative and silly. It’s also a space where anything is possible. Clowning encourages us to find the freedom to be fully present so we can embrace the moment. It’s a reminder that, sometimes, joy comes not from having control, but from surrendering to the playful flow of life.
Upcoming Clowning Workshops in London
This spring, Clowns Without Borders UK is hosting a series of clowning workshops at Fourth Monkey, London. This is for those completely new to clowning or those looking to refine your skills.
Workshop Details: Dates, Venues and Timings
- Introduction to Clowning
- 22nd & 24th March: 10am – 5pm
- Discover the joy of play and finding your clown
- 22nd & 24th March: 10am – 5pm
- Humanitarian Clowning:
- 3rd & 4th May: 10am – 5pm
- Learn to use clowning as a powerful tool for empathy, connection and resilience.
- 3rd & 4th May: 10am – 5pm
- Trauma-Informed Practice:
- 24th May, 10am – 5pm
- Explore how to create safer, more supportive spaces in your practice using trauma-informed principles
- 24th May, 10am – 5pm
What to Expect: Our Activities and Outcomes
Each workshop provides a safe, nutruring environment. Here’s what to expect:
- Learn to embrace play and playfulness
- Expect lots of games, play and laughter to support unexpected moments of joy!
- A gentle journey of self-discovery
- We crete safe sapces so you can have the freedom to be silly, make mistakes and laugh at yourself.
- Creating genuine connections
- The shared experience of clowning often builds strong bonds between workshop participants.
- Practical tools to use clowning to bring joy and resilience to your creative process or day to day work.
- Trauama Informed Approach
- A supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to explore their creativity at their own pace.
Expert Instructors Leading the Workshops
Clowns Without Borders artists are highly skilled professionals with years of experience, trained not only in the art of clowning but also in the complexities of working in challenging settings.
They bring their unique knowledge and previous experience of how humour and play can support emotional resilience in times of crisis. Our facilitators also have extensively studied clowning often via schools like, École Philippe Gaulier, LeCoq and more.
We set up our workshops to combine a mixture of games, play, grounding activities and gentle reflection. This way, everyone can learn at their own pace the while also having a lot of fun! Our spaces are warm and friendly so everyone feels safe to take creative risks and “find their funny”.
We contextualise all our activites in the world of clowning with a focus on play, laughter, embracing the unpredictable and the joy of spontaneity.
How Do I Sign Up?
Spaces are limited, but our invitation is wide open. Clowns Without Borders UK is ready to laugh, play and connect. We can’t wait to meet you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need Previous Clowning or Performance Experience?
No, everyone is welcome! Beginners to seasoned professionals have all attended our workshops. Different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds are what make our workshops rich and full of learning. We’ll support you through gentle approaches to physical theatre, improvisation, ensemble work.
Email us
If you have any questions or need more information, get in touch. Email us here.