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The history of clowning is a history of creativity, evolution, and change. The art of clowning has existed for thousands of years. A pygmy clown performed in the court of Pharaoh Dadkeri-Assi about 2500 B.C. Court jesters have performed in China since 1818 B.C. Throughout history most cultures have had clowns. Philip Astley created what is considered the first circus clown in England in 1768. He also created the first circus clown act called Billy Buttons. Joseph Grimaldi (1778 - 1837)is considered the Father of Modern Clowning because he is the entertainer who elevated the Whiteface clown to a starring role. |
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