Thoughts On Clowning Written Under A Pie Moon Sky

By KD

There had been several discussions about the quality of the clowns in the alley of the current West Coast unit of this year's Ringling show. I have seen several units of the RB&B come and go over the last few years...and, I have seen the passing of several alleys of clowns during that times. Sometimes there are newer members, sometimes it is a gathering of old and familiar faces down on the track. Whether supporting a "Star" European clown in one unit, or, being only the alley in another unit, the level of activity from the clowns has reduced over the last four or five years. And, so has the nose count of performing clowns...

Feedback & Competitions

By Chief Clown

I recieved an e-mail from another website author the other day. It contained a good deal of feedback about my website from his point of view. Much of it was very positive but there were a few areas which he felt I could improve upon. Having looked at those areas as a result I quite agree with him and will be making apropriate changes as a result.

As both a performer and as a website author I find feedback is essential for improvement. I don't care if the person is being critical or as in the above case, constructive. I welcome any feedback because it gives me the opportunity to view my work from another's point of view. I don't always agree or act upon what is said, but I do take such comments into consideration.

Time Management in Ministry

By Anonymous Clown

Circus Balloons that Flash, Twinkle, and Sparkle

By Ballumination Inc.

Thanks to the hottest thing to hit the balloon industry since - well, since balloons - birthday parties will never be the same. Neither, for that matter, will balloon bouquets, the circus, balloon drops, weddings, baby showers, blowout car sales or any other event that typically features colorful balloons. Ballumination Inc. ( http://www.ballumination.com ) has developed a new device known as The Original Balloominator®. It makes all standard latex balloons light up, flash, twinkle, sparkle and even change colors.

Clowning Starts at 50 (Part One)

By KD