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Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey performers entertain blind students
From The News & Observer
Students from the Governor Morehead School for the Blind were treated to a private exhibition of how the circus works during the troupe’s stop in Raleigh, NC. About 40 students were given the chance to meet clowns, aerial artists, try on circus garb and meet animals. The hour long experience was offered after the matinee show at the PNC Arena.
Circus clowns visit CHKD patients
From WAVY News 10 at 4
Category: Circus, Clowns, Hospital Clowns, News, Videos
Clown CORNvention
The following is from an email from Steve “Tiny” Daly…
We are wanting to get the word out about this unbelieveable 3-day convention located in the heart of America (Des Moines, Iowa) The convention features a LOT of events not normally seen at a clown gathering (Clown schools, camps, conventions, etc.) – we limit registration to just 200 to allow our attendees plenty of “one-on-one time” with the Clown Stars – and we bring in a LOT of CLLOWN SUPER STARS!
Our last convention featured such names as Toto Johnson, Earl Chaney, Jim Howle, Leon McBryde, Felix Silla (Felix is a little person who was the original Cousin IT from the Adams Family TV Show and a former Ringling Bros Circus Clown in 1955), Greg DeSanto, Pricilla Mooseburger, Julie Varholdt, and many MANY others…
The 2015 CORNvention is shaping up to be SPECTACULAR! Hands on workshops, lectures, shows, Alley contest, a VERY special “Earl MR CLOWN Chaney” 70th Birthday Party, more than 35 former Ringling Clowns, HUGE Dealers Room, Flea Market, Raffles, Silent Auction, FREE Gifts, Free snacks, and a LOT MORE!
UNIQUE things such as learning how to make “Paper Portrait Silhouttes” – Birthday Party Shows – Daycare Center Shows – History of Clowning – Balloon Twisting (beginners to EXTREME ADVANCED), The BUSINESS of being a clown (How to make $$$$$$ clowning), Performing Magic (easy to advanced), a PROFESIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER with a SUPER OFFER of a 20-min photo shoot for just $25!!!!!!! The list goes on and on.
This convention is THREE DAYS packed with FUN, EXCITEMENT, and FILLED with knowledge! Held at the Airport Holiday Inn conveniently located DIRECTLY across the street from the Des Moines International Airport with 24/7 FREE Shuttle service!
The Convention dates are : MAY 14, 15, 16, 2015 in DES MOINES, IOWA.
The Website address is:
www.ClownCORNvention.com
Category: Clown Events, Clowns, News
Save The Historic Venice Circus Arena
From the Save the Venice Circus Arena Facebook page…
Still Hope –
Our Foundation has been kicked to the curb by the City once more. Most would think we should just hang it up and stop trying to preserve that which WE believe is truly our most precious commodity and resource. Like pit bulls this only makes us madder and more resolved to DO SOMETHING!!!! We have put together this possible scenario. I personally have called upon Gulf Coast Community Foundation, Ringling Sarasota, Selby Foundation, Community Foundation of Sarasota County, etc., etc., etc., for emergency help. NOW I ASK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!
Here is what we have been working on.
BUY – the arena steel and move it off the Island.
COST – $500,000.00 for the steel and the land to move it to. (Sound like a lot until you realize that is what the Airport was going to charge us every year, so its a bargain)
TIMELINE – NOW weeks not months.WE NEED OUR 100,000 STRONG MORE THAN EVER. PLEASE DONATE TODAY, WE CAN’T WAIT! THANK YOU!
Your donation is tax deductible. We still seek naming rights for the newly located arena!
The Venice Circus Arts Foundation is seeking donors to help them restore and preserve the Venice Circus Arena, the former winter headquarters for the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
Please participate in the 100,000 STRONG giving challenge. When 100,000 people donate $20 or more gets them to first base with the restoration. If you donate $125.00 or more they will send you an authentic arena seat and back along with your certificate of contribution.
The Venice Circus Arts Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 2220
Venice, FL 34284
941-485-7675
Join our team of individuals working together to bring the circus arts back to Venice. With the restoration of the historic Venice Depot, the excitement of the circus and the arrival of the circus train is being preserved, along with a commemorative statue of Gunther Gebel-Williams.
The Venice Circus Arts Foundation, Inc., (classified under Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3)) is working to preserve the parcel of land behind the Venice Arena, once the winter quarters for the “Greatest Show on Earth.” This special place in American Circus History is in danger of disappearing with current plans for commercial development of the site.
The Venice Circus Arts Foundation, Inc. wants to reintroduce Venice (and the world) to its marvelous history. Your support and commitment will make you a vital part of the team working to preserve the circus arts.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Mission of the Venice Circus Arts Foundation is to preserve the circus arts and their heritage (in Venice), create unique educational opportunities, encourage significant economic development and promote family entertainment through the circus experience.
To volunteer for the Venice Circus Arts Foundation please call or email us. We NEED your help!
General Contact Info
Phone: 941-485-7675
Email: info@venicecircusarts.comMail to:
The Venice Circus Arts Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 2220
Venice Florida 34284Office Address is:
200 Base Avenue
Venice Florida 34285The Arena Address is…
1401 S. Ringling Dr.
Venice, Fl. 34285
Remembering Bozo from Little Rock
Gary Weir, the Arkansas Bozo from 1966 to 1991
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Gary Weir – Arkasnas Entertainers Hall of Fame Induction Video
A video that was presented at the 2013 Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to introduce Gary Weir. Highlighting his career and all the contributions he made to Arkansas and the entertainment industry.
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GreasePaint at Chagrin Film Festival
I was notified that GreasePaint, the documentary about Joey Thurmond and his family as they tour the US with the NoJoes Clown Circus will be featured at the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
The Chagrin Documentary Film Festival is celebrating their 5th year of bringing the world to Northeast Ohio… It runs from October 8 to 12, 2014. Based on the schedule posted on their website, there will be two opportunities to see GreasePaint. It is schedule to play Thursday, October 9th at 5:15 PM at the South Franklin Circle and again on Saturday, October 11th at 3:15 PM at the Chagrin Falls Township Hall.
http://chagrin.festivalgenius.com/2014/films/greasepaint_danielespeut_chagrin2014
2014 Bump Nose Makeup and Clown Workshop
Bret Stahler, sent me an email about a clown event coming up that is being sponsored by the International Shrine Clown Association and the Antioch Shrine Funster Clowns. He said the event is to be held on Saturday, November 8th from 9am-8pm at the Antioch Shrine Center, 107 East First Street, Dayton, Ohio. This event is open to all clowns no matter their connection to any clown organization.
The International Shrine Clown Association and the Antioch Funster Clowns present
The 2014 ‘Bump Nose’ Makeup and Clown SeminarFEATURING:
Jim Howle, former Ringling clown and world renowned artist and much sought after presenter.The tentative schedule includes: makeup and costume, character development, skit development and presentation, parade ability, magic demos, face painting demos, ISCA judging session and certification. Q and A ALL DAY!
Doughnuts and beverages all morning, lunch available, dinner available on site (so that you are not late returning from meals and risk missing anything!!)
Pickup and return to airport available upon request.
The 2014 ‘Bump Nose’ Makeup and Clown Seminar
Saturday, November 8, 2014
9am to 8pm.
Antioch Shrine Center
107 East First Street
Dayton, OhioRegistration Fee is $50 per person.
Pre-registration not required but would be the courteous thing to do!You do not have to be affiliated with any clown organization to attend there will be magic, makeup, and costume vendors there for your shopping needs.
For more information and registration, contact:
Bret Stahler, ISCA Education Director
937-935-9851
SnapTrap@Columbus.rr.com
Category: Clown Events, Clowns, News
Midwest Clown Association Roundup
The following email came from Angela Gonzalez about the Midwest Clown Association Roundup…
Psst – want a little preview of the fun??…….
The Midwest Clown Association Roundup is coming soon! Be there October 1-5 in Davenport, Iowa, as we celebrate going “Back to School.”
There will be a coloring contest and everyone is invited to color. You will have crayons in your goody bag and you can color your own clown coloring sheet or pick anyone else in the coloring book you will receive. The colored pictures will be signed in and given a number, then posted around the hotel where the hotel employees will be invited to pick their favorite picture. There are prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd and you will be famous!
Also to go along with the “Back to School” theme will be a great theme party. We will have a DJ for a sock hop but also serve a “standard” school lunch ( not PB and J), have a recess time of games with your favorite Phys. Ed. Teacher, and some exercises in reading, ‘ritin’, and ‘rithmetic. Put on your thinking caps to play “Are you Smarter than a Jr. Joey?”
The above is just a little taste of the fun being planned for the Roundup. Remember that we have two featured lecturers and performers, Julie Varholdt and Norm Barnhart (see attached flyer). There will be lots of classes in every clown skill and area that you want to learn more about. We are inducting a new member into the Midwest Hall of Fame – Lynette “Nettie Belle” McDonald, and we will be celebrating two members with a Lifetime Achievement Award – Nancy “Bubbles” Opatich and Bill “Bibo” Young.
Register today!!! You don’t want to miss out on all the fun!
P.S. If you have things to include in the goodie bag, please contact Lucy Mahoney ASAP at 708-361-8216.
Angela Gonzalez
Midwest Clown Association
Sargeant At Arms
116 S. Audubon Road, #4
Indianapolis, IN 46219
317-840-1583
angela.gonzalez@indy.gov
Category: Clown Events, Clowns, News, Training