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  1. Clown - Wikipedia

    Clowns have a diverse tradition with significant variations in costume and performance worldwide. The most recognizable clowns are circus clowns from Western culture, who are characterized by colorful …

  2. Clown | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Dec 16, 2025 · clown, familiar comic character of pantomime and circus, known by distinctive makeup and costume, ludicrous antics, and buffoonery, whose purpose is to induce hearty laughter.

  3. 19 Types of Clowns & What They Look Like - wikihow.com

    Oct 10, 2025 · You’ve probably seen a clown or two if you’ve gone to a circus or a rodeo, but did you know there are many different types of clowns? The 4 main clown types include whiteface, Auguste, …

  4. A History of Clowns

    Oct 29, 2010 · A history of clowns and clowning, from ancient times to the modern day. From Greek theater, to jesters, to modern day clowns

  5. Clowns: A History of Humor, Horror, and Everything in Between

    May 21, 2025 · From pharaohs’ courts to the storm drains of Stephen King’s nightmares, clowns have worn a lot of faces—some joyful, some menacing. They’ve popped up across cultures and centuries, …

  6. Clowns

    Dive into the world of clowns, from historic jesters to modern marvels, and explore their colorful personas and captivating evolution. Welcome to Jester Planet.

  7. History of Clowns | Clowns.com Blog Article

    Jul 1, 2024 · While clowns are the highlight of many parades, circuses and carnivals, the history of clowning goes back much further. From ancient Rome and medieval times to the North American …

  8. Clowns: Understanding the Art and History of Clowning

    Jul 8, 2023 · Clowns evolved from ancient jesters to modern entertainers, adapting to cultural changes over the centuries. From their ancient origins to the big tops and television screens of today, clowns …

  9. American Clowns: Performance, History, and Cliché

    May 8, 2017 · Clowns now cobble together careers wherever they find or create work—in circuses, theater, shows at schools and in small clubs, at comedy festivals around the world, on cruise ships.

  10. Clowning - Circus Clowns History and Facts

    Circus clown is a performer who works in the circus and uses physical humor to entertain the audience. They often wear colorful clothing, makeup, wigs, and exaggerated footwear. World clown comes …