Tips on Becoming a Clown

Series Summary

The great Charlie Chaplin once stated, “I remain just one thing, and one thing only, and that is a clown. It places me on a far higher plane than any politician.” It's true. Humanity loves the humor and lightness that clowns give to their audience. Many of us would much rather see a clown perform than a typical politician, though some may argue about the difference between the two. Clowns make us feel good about ourselves. Whether we are laughing at our own problems or at the blunders of the entertainers, clowns have influenced all cultures and social classes. The mockery of both the sacred and profane forces all of us to release our societal taboos. In this, the role of the clown is extremely important in society. And, what is a better remedy to the seriousness of life than laughter? Humankind is always going to need these well wishers.

If you have been considering joining the elite clown profession, this free video series is perfect for you. Our expert, Paul Anderson, has been a professional clown for years. He shares his talents and tricks with you. Learn how to find jobs as a clown. Also, learn how to apply clown makeup and costumes. Paul also shows you how to use props, musical instruments, animals, and much more in your clown routine. Also, learn how to deal with clown phobias in children. So, stop clowning around, and learn how to become a clown today!

Video Transcript

"On behalf of Expert Village, my name is Paul Anderson from the ABC Circus here in Hollywood, Florida, and we're going to do how to be a clown. So, you want to be a clown? Sure, no problem. Anybody can be a clown. Well, almost anybody. It takes a little work. Okay, it takes a lot of work. You've got to go out and get your rubber chicken and of course, you need a clown horn. Actually, there's a lot more to it. Who are you going to be? What are you going to do? Where are you going to perform, and who's going to be your audience? There are so many things to think about. In the beginning, let's keep it simple. Let's just dress up silly and be funny. Hi Mr. Chicken! Do you want to hear a story? Why sure I want to hear a story. Mr. Horn, did you meet Mr. Chicken? Let's be funny. "