Conflict is at the heart of most comedy. But if everyone gets along, there’s not much to laugh at. No Comedy Without Conflict? One of the great joys of physical comedy is watching a fight unfold. Clowns are relatable because … Continue reading
Tag: Clowns Without Borders
Bonding over Bubbles
November 25th is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and the first day of our current tour in Haiti. Clowns Without Borders’ primary audience is children, but we also perform for their adult caregivers. The UN … Continue reading
Right To Play
When we think about human rights we often think of physical well-being and immediate needs, like food, water, and safety. At Clowns Without Borders, when we think about human rights, we focus on the right to play. The Right to … Continue reading
The Importance of Being Invited
What does a war zone look like? When the artists who work with Clowns Without Borders return from scenes of crisis or conflict, they’re often confronted with incredulity. How, people wonder, can CWB have a relationship with the horror and … Continue reading
Summer Slowdown and Staffing Change
It’s the end of Summer! We are taking an end-of-summer snooze to enjoy these last days of summer. We are currently in a staffing transition, and once again looking to fill the role of Communications Director. Due to personal circumstances, … Continue reading
Clowns Without Borders Is Hiring
We are looking for someone to join our team as the Communications Officer. This person supports the Program Director and Development Director by managing day-to-day function of CWB-USA communication. Continue reading
What’s All This Talk About the NEED for Laughter?
Manfred Max-Neef, a Chilean economist, postulates that across all cultures and societies, humans all have the same needs. And unlike Maslow, Max-Neef argues that these needs are not hierarchical, or in other words, the need for food is just as … Continue reading
Announcing New Members to CWB-USA Board of Directors
Clowns Without Borders USA proudly announces the addition of four new members to the Board of Directors. Our new members bring a wealth of expertise, energy, and a deep passion for the mission of our organization–to bring laughter where it’s … Continue reading
Lasting Impact
Have you ever been surprised by the sound of your laughter? I have. I remember the first time I laughed after a close friend had died. I was in the car, listening to the radio, and I was caught completely … Continue reading
Need Your Daily Exercise? Try Clowning.
By Guest Blogger and Performer, Molly Siskin There is no exhaustion like the one that comes at the end of a long day hard at work in clown training. Clowning has a particular way of exercising performers both physically … Continue reading
Clowns, Standing Rock, and Tribal Connections
Demonstrators at Standing Rock have been protesting against the Dakota Access Pipeline in North Dakota since early April of this year. The numbers of protesters and police at Standing Rock have grown substantially, as have tensions and arrests. Frigid temperatures … Continue reading
Fan Appreciation Giveaway!
Win a hoodie! Rules and Terms: One random winner will be selected from the entries on Instagram. Participation limited to the U.S. only. Winners are announced on the Flash Giveaway post. Winners will be notified within 24 hours of the … Continue reading
A Poem for Clowns Without Borders
Self acclaimed, “poet, performer, and sometimes clown,” Sophie Fenella writes eloquently about the endeavors of the Clowns Without Border volunteer clown and captures the essence of life in crisis. “We have to laugh,” because there is resilience in laughter. Like this poem? … Continue reading
Clowns Without Borders USA Condemns Creepy Clown Pranks
Dear Reader, On October 14, 2016, Clowns Without Borders USA issued a press release condemning the actions of the “creepy clowns.” What follows is the exact language of our press release. We are including the release as a blog post … Continue reading
