# Event Details - **Event Name**: Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Step into the world of clown through the lens of physical theatre. Wednesdays.About this EventNo experience required.Step into the world of clown through the lens of physical theatre. This class invites participants of all backgrounds to explore their playful, spontaneous, and authentic selves. Rooted in movement, improvisation, and le jeu (the game of performance), we’ll awaken the body’s expressive potential and cultivate a heightened sense of presence.Through ensemble play, rhythm, and a deep investigation of timing and vulnerability, students will develop their clown characters organically—learning not to be funny, but to reveal what is already human and hilariously flawed. Guided by the belief in the body as the primary storyteller, we’ll embrace failure, listen to the audience, and celebrate the poetry of the ridiculous.This is a space to take risks, build confidence, and rediscover joy through physical exploration. Be ready to move, laugh, and surprise yourself.Classes every Wednesday, March 18th - April 22nd from 7:00-9:00pm.The course will culminate in a final class that is open to audience participants on Saturday, April 25th. Exact time to be determined.Please read our and before signing up for a class or workshop.ACCESSIBILITY NOTE:If you have questions, need assistance, or require any accommodations, please email us at hello@thisismettlesome.com.INSTRUCTOR: Katie RebichKatie Rebich (they/she/he) is a clown, teacher, and physical theater artist based in Durham, NC. Her work is rooted in contemporary clowning, where play, presence, and vulnerability drive the connection between performer and audience. She trained formally at Aloft Circus Arts in Chicago, IL, where she was part of the Full-Time Training Program, majoring in rope ladder (a self-designed apparatus) and minoring in stilt dance.Katie has studied clown intensively, with foundational training from Dody DiSanto of The Center for Movement Theatre (Washington, D.C.) and Giovanni Fusetti of Helikos (Padua, Italy). Her approach to clown blends physical precision with emotional openness, drawing from Lecoq-based pedagogy and an ever-evolving exploration of the absurd.Whether onstage or in the classroom, Katie is passionate about creating spaces where play, failure, and joy are celebrated. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/clowning-play-presence-and-the-poetry-of-the-ridiculous/100001982096847026 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, literary-art, theatre, performances, fine-arts, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 174.13, max: 230.5, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Durham - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: Mettlesome at Golden Belt - **lat**: 35.9915856 - **long**: -78.89006069999999 - **full address**: Mettlesome at Golden Belt, 800 Taylor St, Durham, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/14188cfa2ee42af1dc5c359c5bc0e7e11892dfe23a57975384c024eda054a082-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcebecf0-gmir.jpg?v=1770547683 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous being held? - **A:** Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous takes place on Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Mettlesome at Golden Belt, 800 Taylor St, Durham, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous? - **A:** Ticket prices for Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous range from USD 174 to USD 231 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityEarly BirdUSD 205 + USD 10 feeAvailableClass RegistrationUSD 231 + USD 11 feeAvailableBring a Friend (Buy One, Get One Half Off)USD 174 + USD 9 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous? - **A:** Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous is organized by Mettlesome Lab. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Clowning: Play, Presence, and the Poetry of the Ridiculous is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Durham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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