Clowning Educational Resources
CLOWNING
Clowning is an art form
which requires skill in many of the performing arts. Contained on this
page is a selected list of books that I feel can help your clown mature. These
books can
be ordered through AMAZON BOOKS which is probably the worlds
largest on-line book store. Any referral fees help pay for the upkeep of
this website. Many of these books are also available
through your local clown supplies dealer.
As valuable as these
books are, there is no better way to learn than from attending a
regional clown convention. Experts in the field self-lessly give
of their knowledge and talent because they are devoted to
improving the art of clowning. Attend conventions, they are well
worth the investment!
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Strutter's Complete
Guide to Clown Makeup by Jim Roberts The definitive guide to learning how to apply makeup for the three basic clown types: Whiteface, Auguste and Hobo/Trampe. Step by step photographic lessons for each type, from preparing your skin, applying the makeup, powdering and nose application. Chapters on noses, wigs and makeup problems provide valuable lessons. The concluding gallery provides 45 full color examples of makeup as used by the clowns in the gallery. Can be ordered on-line from Amazon Books, or look for it at your local clown store. |
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Be a Clown by
Mark Stolzenberg A treasure chest of ideas and skits that help you develop your clown and provides valuable ideas for your routines. Several well scripted skits including: The Whipcracker, The Boxing Gag and the Washerwoman. Can be ordered on-line from Amazon Books, or look for it at your local clown store. |
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Clown Act Omnibus :
Everything You Need to Know About Clowning
Plus over 200 Clown Stunts by Wes. McVicar These 200 Clown routines are grouped into Walk-Ons & Walk-Arounds, With Simple Equipment, With Special Equipment, With Constructed Equipment, Requiring Gymnastic Equipment and Acts for Water Shows. There's even a sample for an indoor circus and gym show. Can be ordered on-line from Amazon Books, or look for it at your local clown store. |
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Clown Ministry
by Floyd Shaffer, Sewall Penne Find out what's in the mind of the man credited with resurrecting clowning in the church. To paraphrase from the back cover: "(You) are invided on a journey of the imagination - to discover the humor God used in the Bible, Jesus' humor in the Gospels, and God-given comedy in life." If you're seriously interested in Christian Clowning, purchase any of Floyd Shaffer's books. They are a blessing to read, enjoy and assimilate information from. Can be ordered on-line from Amazon Books, or look for it at your local clown store. |
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Clown Ministry
Handbook by Janet Litherland An excellent guide, rich in history, clown bios, routines and ballon sculptures. Janet Litherland is one of the most prolific Christian Clown authors in print today. This is probably my favorite book on Christian Clowning! Can be ordered on-line from Amazon Books, or look for it at your local clown |
More Books available from Amazon Books, local book dealers or clown supplies store:
Other Books on Clowning
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