Orange County Register: Want to see acrobatic clowns and tricksters? Catch Cirque Du Soleil’s “KOOZA” in Laguna Hills
Want to see acrobatic clowns and tricksters? Catch Cirque Du Soleil’s “KOOZA” in Laguna Hills
Clowns have a diverse tradition with significant variations in costume and performance worldwide. The most recognizable clowns are circus clowns from Western culture, who are characterized by colorful wigs, red noses, and oversized shoes.
You’ve probably seen a clown or two if you’ve gone to a circus or a rodeo, but did you know there are many different types of clowns? The 4 main clown types include whiteface, Auguste, character, and hobo/tramp, and each can be broken down into many other subtypes.
One thing’s for sure, clowns seem to always be in the popular imagination. Here’s a list of 10 famous clowns—some nice, others not so much.
A history of clowns and clowning, from ancient times to the modern day. From Greek theater, to jesters, to modern day clowns
Dive into the world of clowns, from historic jesters to modern marvels, and explore their colorful personas and captivating evolution. Welcome to Jester Planet.
As any coulrophobe can attest, today’s pop culture landscape can be a minefield for anyone with a fear of clowns. Creepy clowns run rampant in movies, TV shows, Halloween costumes and some...
Clowns evolved from ancient jesters to modern entertainers, adapting to cultural changes over the centuries. From their ancient origins to the big tops and television screens of today, clowns have undergone a remarkable evolution.