In this module, you will explore a specialist field of physical theatre and performance. You will examine its historical roots in Commedia dell’Arte, through into a study of the contemporary practice and art of the theatre clown.
You will consider the historical function and influence of the clown and its place in contemporary theatre through practice and self-evaluation.
Using neutral mask and the transformative qualities of the red nose mask, the module explores physically-led approaches to improvisation, character and comic performance, alongside a critical, creative and cultural questioning of the functions and constructions of collectively devised comedy.
