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Human beings must always be good, conceal their faults, and never make mistakes
The clown, on the other hand, finds pleasure in being bad, disguises nothing, and, as a result, finds freedom.
Join internationally renowned clown master Dan Lees for this two-day masterclass, where he encourages you to embody your true, idiotic self with optimism and sensitivity. In doing so, you’ll open your imagination to a place of infinite possibilities for laughter and play.
The workshop is intended for participants of all experience levels, ages and body types. The course takes place at Makers’ House Hastings from Saturday 9th to Sunday 10th May, 10am to 5pm.
If you need help finding reasonably priced accommodation, or you would like to attend the course but the cost is prohibitive, then please email us here so we can discuss local accommodation offers, or to enquire if our bursary scheme might be able to help.
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Dan studied clowning with Phillipe Gaulier in Paris, he is an award-winning clown performer who has taught clowning all over the world and at the National Centre for Circus Arts, London Studio Centre and East 15 drama schools in London. He has worked as an outside eye/director for many performers including Julia Masli, Viggo Venn, Elf Lyons, Duncan Brothers, Luke Rollason, Christian Blighty, Frankie Thompson, Lil Wenker, Zuma Puma and many more.
His performing credits include: 'The Vinyl Countdown'(Soho Theatre 2023) 'Clown Jam' (2022, Soho Theatre), 'The Flop: A Band of Idiots (Winner Malcolm Hardy Award for Comic Originality 2022), 'Nina Conti: The Dating Show' (2022, Soho Theatre, Arts Theatre), 'The Establishment: Le Bureau De Strange' (Soho Theatre, Winner Adelaide Fringe Weekly Award for Comedy 2019), "The Establishment: Eton mess" (2017, Assembly Festival) 'Derailed' (2017, National Theatre, Oval Theatre) 'Dr Browns Devised Ensemble' (2017 Soho Theatre), Brainchild (Winner Judges Award for Theatre Mimetic Festival 2014)
Dan regularly tours with Clowns Without Borders UK, a charity that aims to improve the quality of life for children and communities living in crisis all over the world, most recently he was facilitating workshops and performing in Ukraine. Dan is co-founder of the London Clown Festival.
"Dan creates a beautifully playful and safe environment" Stephen Sobal, Artistic Director of All In Theatre.
"The workshop was exhilarating and fun" Dre Spisto, Infinite Experience Arts Company
"If modern clowning has a grand master, he would be it." - The Scotsman
Human beings must always be good, conceal their faults, and never make mistakes
The clown, on the other hand, finds pleasure in being bad, disguises nothing, and, as a result, finds freedom.
Join internationally renowned clown master Dan Lees for this two-day masterclass, where he encourages you to embody your true, idiotic self with optimism and sensitivity. In doing so, you’ll open your imagination to a place of infinite possibilities for laughter and play.
The workshop is intended for participants of all experience levels, ages and body types. The course takes place at Makers’ House Hastings from Saturday 9th to Sunday 10th May, 10am to 5pm.
If you need help finding reasonably priced accommodation, or you would like to attend the course but the cost is prohibitive, then please email us here so we can discuss local accommodation offers, or to enquire if our bursary scheme might be able to help.
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Dan studied clowning with Phillipe Gaulier in Paris, he is an award-winning clown performer who has taught clowning all over the world and at the National Centre for Circus Arts, London Studio Centre and East 15 drama schools in London. He has worked as an outside eye/director for many performers including Julia Masli, Viggo Venn, Elf Lyons, Duncan Brothers, Luke Rollason, Christian Blighty, Frankie Thompson, Lil Wenker, Zuma Puma and many more.
His performing credits include: 'The Vinyl Countdown'(Soho Theatre 2023) 'Clown Jam' (2022, Soho Theatre), 'The Flop: A Band of Idiots (Winner Malcolm Hardy Award for Comic Originality 2022), 'Nina Conti: The Dating Show' (2022, Soho Theatre, Arts Theatre), 'The Establishment: Le Bureau De Strange' (Soho Theatre, Winner Adelaide Fringe Weekly Award for Comedy 2019), "The Establishment: Eton mess" (2017, Assembly Festival) 'Derailed' (2017, National Theatre, Oval Theatre) 'Dr Browns Devised Ensemble' (2017 Soho Theatre), Brainchild (Winner Judges Award for Theatre Mimetic Festival 2014)
Dan regularly tours with Clowns Without Borders UK, a charity that aims to improve the quality of life for children and communities living in crisis all over the world, most recently he was facilitating workshops and performing in Ukraine. Dan is co-founder of the London Clown Festival.
"Dan creates a beautifully playful and safe environment" Stephen Sobal, Artistic Director of All In Theatre.
"The workshop was exhilarating and fun" Dre Spisto, Infinite Experience Arts Company
"If modern clowning has a grand master, he would be it." - The Scotsman