Workshop: Clown Improvisation Lab

Workshop Description:
Want to be a beautiful idiot? Let’s get some reps in.
This workshop builds on clowning fundamentals to explore how we can turn an empty stage into a place of confident action, where we make people laugh from their bellies, even (and especially) when we have no idea what we’re doing there.

We’ll set aside our improv expectations around scene work, clever lines, and the fourth wall and instead go searching for what makes each of us organically ridiculous. Most importantly, we’ll sharpen our sensitivity to the audience while we embolden ourselves to take risks in even the iciest of performing environments. Expect trial and error and trial and error and trial and error.

Some clown or improv experience is recommended. Participants will be given on-the-fly
feedback throughout the workshop, while also being asked to work quickly and embrace
moments of uncertainty—so the more ready you are to dive in, the more we can play, fail,
and discover together as a group

Workshop Length: 2.5 hours

Prerequisite: Some clown/improv experience recommended

What Should I Bring? Comfy clothes for movement and a notebook to take notes. Please bring a full water bottle.

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Instructors:
Daniel Maseda (he/him) is a performer from Washington, DC who makes ridiculous work. He is currently touring his debut solo “BE GOOD!” WITH PAULETTE, which played at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe (★★★★, Pick of the Fringe) and was awarded the inaugural Fringie for best Clown performance at the 2025 Philadelphia Fringe. Alongside his performance work, Daniel teaches workshops on clown, improvisation, and devising. He is a graduate of École Philippe Gaulier.

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