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Developing a complex act often requires outside eyes. You can find structured environments through:
: Establish the character's relationship with the audience immediately.
: Develop unique movements, such as a humpbacked posture or specific ways of using props like a wooden sword. 2. Structure the "Gag" Hierarchy Developing a complex act often requires outside eyes
A sustained piece relies on a well-defined persona rather than just a costume.
To stretch a short idea into a long piece, use professional Clown Devising techniques: : Decide if your clown is a sophisticated
: Use the "rule of three" or repeating a failed action with slight variations to build tension.
: Decide if your clown is a sophisticated "White Clown" (the authority) or an "Auguste" (the fool/foil). 3. Devising and Technical Tools
: Every piece needs a definitive ending. This could be a "trousers drop," an "all clowns exit running" sequence, or a simple blackout for contemporary stage settings. 3. Devising and Technical Tools