Who hasn't fantasized of chucking the 9 to 5 grind to join the circus? Or yearned for the courage to claim center stage in search of applause and laughter? Everyone! There's a closet performer in all of us just dying to get out.

Making people laugh is one of the best feelings in the world. Wanna learn how? Read on!


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The Wise Speak

I wish I'd said that!

Lessons from Sammy and Dan

Learn from the experts: Dan Wolfe and Sammy Smith

Get Your Funny Paper!

Are you reading "Funny Paper" yet? You should be!

Thanks, Dave....

Why are you clowning? Have you forgotten? If so, you need to read "The Clown Star: Five Points to Guide You Toward Continual Progress" by David Bartlett.

Fall and Winter Clown Conventions

Don't miss out on your chance to take advantage of the many clown conventions taking place this fall and winter.

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Clowning Isn't Always Fun and Games

What do you do if you're heckled, harrassed, or physically assaulted? Planning for these situations will enable you to keep control. Clowning, it turns out, isn't always fun and games.

Props: the Clown's Bag of Tricks

Props are one of the easiest ways to help you connect with audiences. With them, you can easily bring a smile to someone's face -- and often through just your use of a unique visual. For instance, if you carry a picture of a cow full of holes, your audience will ...

Clowning as a Business: Tips from Those in the Biz

If you're going to clown for profit, don't do it in a vaccuum. Decide where you want to clown, how much you want to get paid, and how much time you're willing to invest.

What's So Special About Caring Clowns?

Not every clown incorporates loud laughs, zany costumes, and side-splitting gags to touch their audience. Caring clowns are just as effective being quiet, unassuming, and interacting one on one.

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