Therapeutic Clown
In therapeutic and health care clowning, the art of clowning is adapted to the specific conditions and needs of individuals in hospital, rehabilitation, palliative or hospice care.
Therapeutic Clown Class
There is a shift from a performance focus, to a focus on patient-centered care and connection.
April 27–29, 2027
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Price: $225
The clown enters the world of the patient, treating each unique interaction with authentic emotional connection and honesty to help bring laughter and joy to patients.
In this workshop, Jean Saucier, director of Zani’s Clown and Comedy School, will guide students through scenarios that could be encountered in hospitals and other care facilities. His pedagogy builds on his experiences and training with Francine Côté, Pedro Fabião, Olivier Hugues Terreault, Dr Clown Foundation and Patch Adams.
Other Workshops
The Four Classic Duos, created and supported by Pedro Fabião, will be taught by Jean Saucier.
A five-day intensive with Pedro Fabião exploring joy, fear, sadness, and anger through clowning, physical play, and connection with the audience. March 1–5, 2027.
“In clown art, the real generosity of the actor is to offer the game to his partner when he is experiencing success.” - Francine Côté
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