Ancient Clowns: Commedia, Kyogen and beyond
When: Tues Aug 22. Doors at 7p. Event begins at 730p
Who: Age 15 years and up. Expect adult conversation around language and body
Cost: Free RSVP here. Limited space. Suggested sliding scale donation of $10-$20 accepted on site. Cash or digital payment. All funds go directly to those leading the session.
Where: New Now. 2100 West St. Oakland, Ca . More info below.
What: Did you ever wonder when the first clown made a funny? We'll never know… but we do know that these merry makers trickster characters have been around for all of recorded history. I'm bringing my years of training in American theater, Comedia Del Arte, Kyogen, Bouffon, Butoh, and SUPERDRAMA to share a historical and classic exploration of the clown throughout the world. Lecture will be interspersed with exercises and readings of ancient text. Examine the timelessness of certain humors and tempos and expand your idea of 'clowning around'!
What to Bring: Snacks and Beverages. Your funny bone.
NEW KNOW-ER. This is the creator guiding this event.
Fenner Merlick (They/Them) is a clown about town who lives primarily in West Oakland. UC Berkeley and Dell' Arte International Alumni, they are developing the solo show 'Frank Tomato's Last Day'. Catch them teaching at Kinetic Arts or performing wherever you'll let them.
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MAP. 2100 West St. Oakland Ca 94612. Map Link Here
CAR. There is street parking. It is a residential neighborhood. Thursday and Friday are street cleaning days with parking restrictions between 1230p-330p. If you find parking limited outside the space, please try Brush St. It is the street at the end of the block. Do NOT leave any valuables in your car.
BART. NewNow is a 10-12 minute walk from 19th Street Oakland BART. Arriving from San Francisco, you may prefer to take the first stop (West Oakland) and take a 5 minute LYFT or bike from there. The shortest distance to walk is from 19th St. BART.
BIKE. Bring your bike into NewNow. There is a secure area in the backyard. -
NewNow is a blue-gray building at the corner of 21st and West. There is no outside building signage. There is one 4 inch step into the space and two 4 inch steps down into the backyard. Typical to Bay Area spaces, there is no air conditioning. The space is usually comfortable with overhead fans and open windows. To help further prepare for your visit contact: info@newnow.live
A map highlighting suggested street parking areas.