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Professional training for future clowns
The professional training courses offered by the Faculty of Clown Art enable students to discover and develop their skills and expertise in the art of clowning, in line with the values advocated by the Fondation Dr Clown.
Each of the 4 stages of the professional course lasts 4 consecutive days. An application is required for admission to Clown 1, and you can complete the entire course at your own pace.
*Training courses taught mainly in French and/or English as required
For whom?
Anyone with experience in the performing arts. You must send us an artistic CV so that we can assess your eligibility for the career path.
Where?
Quick access
CLOWN 1
Its essence; its birth
Discovering your clown means taking risks, letting go, nourishing your joy, connecting with your emotions, your body and your audience.
Prerequisite
Send your application with artistic CV via the registration platform
Duration
24 hours over 4 days (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Rate
550 $
On the menu
- Searching for its clowning essence;
- Recognition of its comic zones;
- Enhance your clowning skills, both physical and emotional;
- Learning techniques specific to clowning;
- Exploring costume elements.
Programming Clown 1
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His identity; his madness
CLOWN 2
Accepting your clown means daring to reveal yourself with humor, in all your imperfections and splendor.
Prerequisite
Successful completion of Clown 1
Duration
24 hours over 4 days (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Rate
550 $
On the menu
- Continued research into the essence of clowning;
- Acceptance of the emerging clown;
- Strengthening clowning techniques ;
- Precise costume elements.
Clown 2 programming
CLOWN 3
The meeting; the complicity
Working in partnership develops presence, listening skills and openness. The other person feeds the game and allows you to highlight your own singularity through complicity.
Prerequisite
Successful completion of Clown 1 and 2
Duration
24 hours over 4 days (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Rate
550 $
On the menu
- Recognizing and valuing differences and similarities ;
- Preserving its integrity and essence;
- Working on complicity with playing partners;
- Learning partnership-specific playing techniques.
Clown 3 programming
CLOWN 4
Momentum and risk
Taking risks means embracing the unknown with joy and lightness. It’s about gaining momentum, jumping and enjoying the free fall.
Prerequisite
Successful completion of Clown 1, 2 and 3
Duration
24 hours over 4 days (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Rate
550 $
On the menu
- Perfecting your clown ;
- Integration of clowning techniques ;
- Risk-taking and autonomy in play ;
- Meeting with an invited audience.
Programming Clown 4
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Registration via the Amilia platform
All registrations must be processed via our online platform.
Need help?
We’ve put together a registration guide for you.
If you have any questions, please contact us by e-mail at formation@drclown.ca.
We look forward to having you with us!
*Courses taught mainly in French and/or English as required.
Cancellation and refund policy
We apply thecancellation policy of the Office de la protection du consommateur.
Frequently asked questions
What are the admission criteria for vocational training?
To be eligible for the professional pathway, you must have experience in arts performings (e.g. theater, improvisation or clown). Sending us your artistic CV will give us an overview of your experience and enable us to direct you towards the most appropriate career path for you.
What is an artistic CV?
The artistic CV is a short of your curriculum vitae (CV) targetant only your professional backgrounds dart field. You must include any experience or training linked to the performing arts.
How long does it take to analyze applications?
Two à five working days to analyze your application. A reply (positive or negative) is then sent by e-mail.
How do I apply?
All applications and registrations must be submitted via our our online platform, Amilia. We have designed a registration help document for you.