The Beautiful Bouffon: Satire meets absurdity w/ Alicia Gonzalez
Satire, Mockery, and Play: The Art of Bouffon | 2 Day workshop | Open to All Levels
Expose society’s contradictions with a mischievous grin, blending mockery and satire for impact.
If you’re looking to dig deeper into society’s hypocrisies and expose them with razor-sharp humour, then The Beautifool Entertainer is for you. This workshop is an introduction to the powerful art of Bouffon— the rebellious, satirical cousin of clowning that uses mockery and parody to hold up a mirror to society’s flaws. Inspired by modern bouffon icons like Celeste Barber and Sacha Baron Cohen, this workshop will challenge you to poke fun at the hypocrisies of today’s world.
In this intensive, you’ll:
- Spark critical thinking: Use humour to make bold, thought-provoking statements.
- Expose hypocrisy: Shine a light on the ridiculous contradictions of modern life.
- Promote dialogue: Engage your audience in meaningful, satirical conversation.
- Create catharsis: Provide a space for release, reflection, and laughter.
- Fuel your creativity: Push the boundaries of your creative process through biting satire.
- Nurture unity & empowerment: Build resilience as a performer and social commentator.
Who is it for?
This is ideal for artists, performers, or creative groups interested in using humour to make a statement and provoke social change.
What will you leave with?
The skills to craft powerful, satirical performances that entertain and challenge your audience.
Vomit glitter on the world & get your group together and become a fearless provocateur of our times!
About Alicia Gonzalez
Founder of the Clown Institute, where the serious and the absurd collide to offer a transformative experience inspired by the renowned Jacques Lecoq® pedagogy.
“I’m Alicia Gonzalez, a performer, coach, and devoted advocate of the art of clowning.
I was always that nosy, inquisitive soul, digging into people’s stories. As an actor, I swam in the deep waters of human emotions, chasing the elusive essence of storytelling. But, deep down, I hungered for more—something that would let me be truly me, without any pretense. The answer? A wild, unpredictable expedition into the funny world of clowning!
My journey took me to Europe, where croissants are indeed breakfast food (who can resist those flaky delights?). It was also where I stumbled upon the authentic, side-splitting universe of clowning. Here, absurdity and authenticity waltz hand in hand, no masks (except for the red nose!), no pretensions. I uncovered that clowning is like theatre’s wonderfully unhinged sibling, a place where you can connect with people’s hearts without uttering a word.”
Wear clothes you feel comfortable moving in and anything you need to remain hydrated and energised through the class.
The Beautiful Bouffon: Satire meets absurdity w/ Alicia Gonzalez | Sat 29 and Sun 30 March | 10am – 5pm
This workshop takes place at Improv Theatre Sydney, 44-54 Botany Road, Redfern
— About Our Venue —
📍 We are at 44-54 Botany Road, Redfern, 2016
👩🦽 ITS is wheelchair accessible, with one small step to get into the space.
🚗 There is street parking in the streets surrounding the venue.
🚂 Redfern Station is a 10 minute walk away. Waterloo Metro is a 2 min walk.
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Day 1
March 29, 2025 - March 30, 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm -
Day 2
March 30, 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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