The Art of Clowning is the first book on clowning technique and offers a step-by-step process for actors and other theatrical enthusiasts to discover their 'inner clown.' This fun and accessible guide expands on theories and exercises to help students and beginners develop solo and group performances.

Side Show Circus Freaks, Carnival Jabbers and Blade Box Queens.

Featuring 1,000 color and black-and-white illustrations, including many posters by the famous Strobridge lithographers, this book looks at the grit and glamour behind the circus phenomenon. It sheds fresh light on circus history, from a behind-the-scenes look at life on the move, to the freedoms enjoyed by early female performers.

Suitable for both beginner and advanced clowns. This book is aimed at clowns and would-be clowns who want to improve their skills. It includes comedy routines as well as instructions on riding a unicycle, juggling, stilt-walking, applying makeup, mime, puppetry, and magic.

The Amazing Story of Britain's Most Famous Elephants.

An anniversary tribute to the sophisticated circus extravaganza shares the story of founder Guy Lalibert , charts its rise from a humble performing group to international success, and features color photographs of each production including Saltimbanco, Myst re, Varekai, and O. 25,000 first printin

The author of the first complete text on clown ministry is back by popular demand with this follow-up book. Clown ministry has grown, changed and flourished in the decade-plus since its inception. This book updates through inspirational features and dynamic new material. Part I - Who's Who contains profiles on the movers and shakers in the clown ministry field, including Where are they now? ...

We're amazed at the scope of this book. Its collection of clown sketches -- its skill-building how-to -- its clown history -- its philosophy of life -- and more.

Gerry Cottle, a stockbroker's son, ran away to join the circus when he was just 15 and soon married into Britain's oldest circus dynasty. In time he was the owner of the biggest circus in the world until his growing cocaine addiction led to his arrest and bankruptcy.

A widely praised memoir about a young woman who dared to follow her dream

Programs help at-risk youth develop good work habits and self-esteem. Curricular and extracurricular programs provide non-competitive physical activity that adapts to the needs of children. Academic programs produce professional performers. This title studies the circus training programs.

The Circus and Circus Culture area of the Popular Culture Association has been examining circus history, circus life, the relationship of circus to society, and the impact of circus on the visual and literary arts since 1997. This book presents a collection of papers from its annual conferences.

The Women's Circus is a community-based theatrical group, with 100 women from a variety of backgrounds engaged in training workshops. Amongst them are jugglers, aerialists and acrobats. Whether you want to join the circus or be an armchair acrobat, this book tells you how it's done.