LIFE OF A PROFESSIONAL CLOWN

I had a powerful experience as a child but was not encouraged to pursue a profession that others considered non-traditional. As an adult, someone encouraged me to take up street performing as a mime, which I did as a living statue on the 16th Street Mall. My performances were always well received and I learned a lot about myself and human nature. Then, I started taking classes in all sorts of performing arts.

I often perform at children’s parties and I consider it an honor and a privilege to be invited into what are some of the most tender and valuable moments in a family’s life. I feel deeply touched to be entrusted to impact the lives of children on these special occasions and to be entrusted with helping create these valuable memories.

The clown archetype is a powerful one with both light and dark sides. Unfortunately, some people have intentionally used this image inappropriately.Those of us who consider clowning our birthright attempt to brighten and honor the tradition through our wholesome good-hearted antics.

I’m so proud and excited to have received a scholarship to clown college and I’m so excited to use those things in my business. Sometimes I tell people what I do and they don’t think that it’s a real profession. I’m here to tell you clowning is not just funny business!