“There are places we’re set to go, and then can’t. Often, there’s little information about why. The criteria for entry has simply changed, or permission is rescinded. Fortunately, there are plenty of other places where we can take our fun … Continue reading
Haiti 2018
“Three of us stay after a performance to play with the audience. A young boy challenges our lead b-boy to a breakdance battle. After a full song of building tension and raucous applause, Fritz (our b-boy) lets the young boy … Continue reading
Myanmar 2018
“There are places we’re set to go, and then can’t. Often, there’s little information about why. The criteria for entry has simply changed, or permission is rescinded. Fortunately, there are plenty of other places where we can take our fun … Continue reading
Lebanon 2018
“When I clown in the hospital or on the streets, I’m always listening for the game—the gateway to making a vibrant connection with each human. I offer myself as an object of play and look to them to see what … Continue reading
Mexico 2018: Migrant Caravan Tour
“It’s quite difficult to describe what I’m experiencing. I’ve never before embedded this deeply within the migrant experience, and always relied on the news and personal stories to understand what’s going on.” -Derrick Gilday, performing artist Tour Overview In October, … Continue reading
Puerto Rico 2018: Hurricane Maria Anniversary
“Even one year after the hurricane, the streetlamps that line the freeway to Yabucoa are still twisted around, lighting the plantain fields instead of the road. Locals tell us that the government attitude is, ‘Why fix the stuff before the … Continue reading
Guatemala 2018: Volcano Emergency Tour
“The show is magical and emotionally charged. I see children smiling, and through the crowd I can see adult faces flooded with tears. The energy is so vibrant and the crowd is super receptive. Once again, the show is alive … Continue reading
Colombia 2018: Cauca
“What I have come to realize, over and over again, is that the importance lies not in whether adults will think a moment created for children is silly, but whether or not we’re creating a connection.” -Robin Lara, performing artist … Continue reading
Mexico 2018
“Our work is an invitation to laugh together—it’s a reprieve from human solitude. In many moments, everything is so confusing! But when we laugh together, I don’t see borders. I don’t see the worst in people. I feel poetry, joy, … Continue reading
Balkan Tour 2018
“Crumbling buildings, muddy forests, improvised camp sites—these are the beautiful stages where the clowns shine. Our laughter cuts through the darkness as we do a show illuminated only by headlights. I can see my breath in the air as I … Continue reading
Colombia Coastal Tour 2018
“We open a space where connections are palpable, where we work together to create a life experience that brings joy and affection for all.” – CoiCoi, performing artist Tour Overview In February, 2018, CWB – USA spent three days in … Continue reading
Puerto Rico 2018
“The beaches look bleak, it’s very windy, and the palm trees are toppled over and look gray. Few people have returned to their houses, and telephone poles made of concrete and rebar are snapped in half, still lying on the … Continue reading
All projects in 2018
Haiti 2018
“Three of us stay after a performance to play with the audience. A young boy challenges our lead b-boy to a breakdance battle. After a full song of building tension and raucous applause, Fritz (our b-boy) lets the young boy … Continue reading
Lebanon 2018
“When I clown in the hospital or on the streets, I’m always listening for the game—the gateway to making a vibrant connection with each human. I offer myself as an object of play and look to them to see what … Continue reading
Mexico 2018: Migrant Caravan Tour
“It’s quite difficult to describe what I’m experiencing. I’ve never before embedded this deeply within the migrant experience, and always relied on the news and personal stories to understand what’s going on.” -Derrick Gilday, performing artist Tour Overview In October, … Continue reading
Puerto Rico 2018: Hurricane Maria Anniversary
“Even one year after the hurricane, the streetlamps that line the freeway to Yabucoa are still twisted around, lighting the plantain fields instead of the road. Locals tell us that the government attitude is, ‘Why fix the stuff before the … Continue reading
Guatemala 2018: Volcano Emergency Tour
“The show is magical and emotionally charged. I see children smiling, and through the crowd I can see adult faces flooded with tears. The energy is so vibrant and the crowd is super receptive. Once again, the show is alive … Continue reading
Colombia 2018: Cauca
“What I have come to realize, over and over again, is that the importance lies not in whether adults will think a moment created for children is silly, but whether or not we’re creating a connection.” -Robin Lara, performing artist … Continue reading
Mexico 2018
“Our work is an invitation to laugh together—it’s a reprieve from human solitude. In many moments, everything is so confusing! But when we laugh together, I don’t see borders. I don’t see the worst in people. I feel poetry, joy, … Continue reading
Balkan Tour 2018
“Crumbling buildings, muddy forests, improvised camp sites—these are the beautiful stages where the clowns shine. Our laughter cuts through the darkness as we do a show illuminated only by headlights. I can see my breath in the air as I … Continue reading
Colombia Coastal Tour 2018
“We open a space where connections are palpable, where we work together to create a life experience that brings joy and affection for all.” – CoiCoi, performing artist Tour Overview In February, 2018, CWB – USA spent three days in … Continue reading
Puerto Rico 2018
“The beaches look bleak, it’s very windy, and the palm trees are toppled over and look gray. Few people have returned to their houses, and telephone poles made of concrete and rebar are snapped in half, still lying on the … Continue reading
