Clown Etiquette

A Checklist on Clown Etiquette for Clowns

Being a clown is more than painting on a face and wearing a funny costume.

1. Allow ample time to prepare. Mentally become the character you represent as a clown.
2. Always stay in clown character when clowning.
3. Practice—perfect your skits, routines, pantomime, and use of props.
4. Never use bad language, smoke, drink alcoholic beverages when clowning
5. Always be on time for any activity for which you are clowning.
6. Always consider others and exhibit self-control.
7. Make others feel good!
8. Demonstrate good sportsmanship.
9. Be understanding and “back off” from someone who doesn’t wish to be approached by a clown.
10. Be at children’s eye level when talking to them.
11. Take care of yourself—be in good physical and mental condition.
12. Be neat, clean, and well-groomed.

--(Anonymous)--