Tuesdays 7:00pm - 9:00pm

January 7 - February 25 

Clowning 1.0 is for performers looking to improve their sensitivity, humanity, stupidity, and creativity on stage. It will challenge you to step into the unknown to see what new beauty or hilarity you can discover onstage. 

Designed for amateurs and professionals alike, the class begins with theatrical games (formally known as “Le Jeu”) through which we will explore failure, pleasure, and play. After building this foundation, we will focus on flop-saving, number-building, costumes, and show creation. 

This is a great class to refresh those fundamental skills for those who have taken clowning before.  

This workshop does not include face makeup and will challenge conventional expectations of clowning.  

Instructor: Chase Brantley

An award-winning clown performer and director, Chase holds a 2-year diploma from the famed clown school Ecole Philippe Gaulier. With extensive experience directing around the US, throughout Europe, and Off-Broadway, Chase is often sought after for his ability to help performers build shows out of even the simplest impulses and ideas. His clown shows have received critical acclaim and numerous awards during their 2023 & 2024 tours. Having recently been awarded the Arts Unlimited Grant, he will be touring Australia in 2025 with his newest work "Don Toberman: Ping Pong Champ”.