"A VERY INTENSE BUT VERY INSIGHTFUL, FUN AND INSPIRING WEEKEND OF MADNESS, WHETHER YOU WANT TO JUST LET YOURSELF GO A BIT MORE, OR FURTHER EXPAND YOUR RÉPETOIRE." -2016 PARTICIPANT
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The Clownlife courses are open to anyone and everyone curious about the art of Clown and how it relates to performance, life and personal development.
We will be playing hard and laughing loads...You do NOT have to be a performer or have had clown/theatre experience to take part... This workshop is for EVERYONE, whether you are called to a more playful means of self development and inner child/play work or whether you're a performer/ public speaker who wants to improve your skills and connect with your audience on a deeper level with more presence and humanity- there is something for everyone! Introducing the core aspects of Clown- focusing on; Self Research, Presence, Connection, Self-expression, Optimism, Honesty, Risk taking, Vulnerability, Confidence, Failing well and how all of these are great tools for life. |
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What to expect
We will be looking at how the practice of Clown can help us to live whole heartedly, present, connected, curious, optimistic and playful. We will be meeting our inner idiots- amplifying who we are, how we are seen in the world, accepting all of ourselves and sharing it without shame. The first step to living more 'whole heartedly' as said by famous researcher- Brene Brown is 'daring more greatly'- Clownlife is another opportunity to dive into the unknown, take risks and explore a deeper level of yourself. Through Clown games and techniques one is encouraged to drop deep into themselves to play whats real, whats alive, to take the audience on a journey of transformation that is hilarious and yet moving at times. Whether you are a professional performer, public speaker or someone who yearns to be seen and meet yourself on a deeper level this course is for you. The nature of the workshop is held in a supportive & encouraging way as its main objective is to focus on the tools, techniques and positive discoveries that connect the work of clown to life. The foundations of Clownlife are inspired by Zuma's principal Clown teachers; Philippe Gaulier (Paris, France), Francine Cote (Montreal, Canada), Peter Schuman (Vermont, USA), Sue Morrison (Toronto, Canada) and the pedagogy of therapeutic arts master teacher; Paul Oertel (France) and his Authentic Artists movement (UK). |
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Long Form Testimonial
" I found Zuma on Facebook when one of her workshops was shared by a friend. I trained classically as an actress but always worried about comedy auditions because of the pressure to be ‘funny’, so could think of no better way to test myself than jumping in to the world of Clown. Needless to say I was absolutely terrified but Zuma creates a warm, supportive atmosphere which is refreshing in its diversity – I was expecting all actors but Zuma brings Clown to every walk of life and I met people who work in architecture, technology, advertising, teaching and publishing as well as the usual comedians and thesps.
My friends who work frequently in comedy talk about the ‘gag’ or doing a ‘bit’ every night because they know it will make the audience laugh. My worry was that I didn’t possess the timing or creativity to make that work for me but through working with Zuma I have discovered the importance of openness and vulnerability and how that invites an audience to laugh with you and your foibles – you can leave the gags to the director to choreograph.
My Clown is still very much in her infancy, but as an actor Zuma’s instruction has been instrumental in discovering a depth and breadth to my work that I was unable (or unwilling) to tap into before – last year I was nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy, and I am sure their mention of my ‘tangible pain and vulnerability’ as a vehicle for humour has something to do with Zuma!"- 2016 Participant
" I found Zuma on Facebook when one of her workshops was shared by a friend. I trained classically as an actress but always worried about comedy auditions because of the pressure to be ‘funny’, so could think of no better way to test myself than jumping in to the world of Clown. Needless to say I was absolutely terrified but Zuma creates a warm, supportive atmosphere which is refreshing in its diversity – I was expecting all actors but Zuma brings Clown to every walk of life and I met people who work in architecture, technology, advertising, teaching and publishing as well as the usual comedians and thesps.
My friends who work frequently in comedy talk about the ‘gag’ or doing a ‘bit’ every night because they know it will make the audience laugh. My worry was that I didn’t possess the timing or creativity to make that work for me but through working with Zuma I have discovered the importance of openness and vulnerability and how that invites an audience to laugh with you and your foibles – you can leave the gags to the director to choreograph.
My Clown is still very much in her infancy, but as an actor Zuma’s instruction has been instrumental in discovering a depth and breadth to my work that I was unable (or unwilling) to tap into before – last year I was nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy, and I am sure their mention of my ‘tangible pain and vulnerability’ as a vehicle for humour has something to do with Zuma!"- 2016 Participant
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