clowning around

richard dunkerley

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the magic of the red nose


The heartful clown bridges the mundane and the magical with a sense of wonder and innocence. The way of the clown encourages the freedom and joy to play with the world in imaginative ways. It gives you the grace to be authentic and the delight of connecting with others in a light-hearted way.

This energetic workshop offers an introduction to clowning in a way that is gentle, organic, and fun. You will explore physical and emotional expression, inspire your natural humour, and release your spontaneity. You will learn again the importance of play in your life.

You will discover the power of the red nose-the smallest mask in the world. The red nose encourages a heightened sensual awareness and allows you to enter a world of magic and beauty. Come, and experience the joy and poetry of your inner fool.

Admission £50 (concessions £30)

what they said...

'The most wonderful day I've had for a long, long time.'

'I wish it could go on all week.

'I had expected to enjoy it but didn't realise how much I would.'

'The spirit of the day touched me deeply.'

'A chance to be adventurous and vulnerable at the same time.'

'I enjoyed most the freedom of not being judged.'

'I've needed this workshop for 10 years.'

'A joyful experience.'

'I felt completely free to be spontaneous.'

'Though light-hearted, the impact of this day was deep for me.'

'I didn't want to leave.'

'I loved being in an environment free of convention.'

'Excellently led - I felt warm and safe.'

'It nourished a part of me I had long forgotten.'

'I just loved it.'

'A fantastic day - I really, really enjoyed it.'



Richard Dunkerley found clowning to be a natural progression from his original accounting career. He trained in sacred clowning with the Fool at Heart school of Didier Danthois. He has performed for community groups, in hospitals, and on the street, and has been leading clowning workshops for 6 years. Richard is a director of Alternatives at St James's Piccadilly, a teacher of the Alexander Technique, and is passionate about dancing the Five Rhythms.www.foolsense.co.uk