This three-hour introduction to contemporary clowning invites you to explore play, presence, and authentic expression through movement, improvisation, and human connection. Rooted in humanitarian clowning, it offers a space to rediscover curiosity, embrace vulnerability, and find freedom in the unexpected.
Rather than creating a character, contemporary clowning reveals the most human parts of ourselves: honesty, failure, wonder, and joy.
Whether you're an artist, performer, educator, or simply curious to reconnect with your playful self, this workshop welcomes everyone. No previous experience is needed—just bring your je ne sais quoi, and together we'll discover what helps you take the leap into the "cold water."
A Playful Intro
Elements
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Human Connection
Experience how vulnerability, generosity, and genuine play become powerful tools for connecting with yourself, others, and eventually an audience.
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Play & Improvisation
Engage in games and improvisations that awaken curiosity, spontaneity, creativity, and the freedom to embrace mistakes as opportunities.
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Presence & Embodiment
Develop awareness through movement, breath, and body-based exercises that cultivate presence, listening, and responsiveness.
Early bird price is limited to 10 tickets, after which regular pricing applies
Reservation
Early bird ticket - 45$
Regular ticket - 60$
PLEASE NOTE:
The workshop is limited to 16 people
All purchases are final for both early bird and regular tickets.
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Details
Date: August 25th from 10 am - 1 pm
Location: Park Lafontaine - Robin Des Bois (3933 Av. du Parc-La Fontaine)
FAQ
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Yes. This workshop is designed as an introduction, and you'll be guided step by step through the foundations of contemporary clowning.
It is accessible to anyone curious about the practice, no previous experience is required.
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Two optional items include: a yoga mat and a water bottle.
You can be barefoot or in shoes throughout the session
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Yes, we have a 165 people capacity.
This ensures spots that everyone received the required attention from the facilitator.
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Park Lafontaine - In front of Robin Des bois
Address: 3933 Av. du Parc-La Fontaine, Montréal, QC H2L 0C7
Facilitator
Youmna Moacdieh is a multidisciplinary artist, facilitator, and clown whose work explores play as a path to connection and transformation.
After six years performing and facilitating with Clown Me In in Lebanon, she developed a practice rooted in humanitarian clowning. Drawing from cinematography, theatre, psychology, and over a decade of teaching, she creates experiences that blend movement, storytelling, and improvisation to foster creativity, authentic expression, and meaningful human connection.
Her workshops welcome both performers and complete beginners, inviting participants to take risks, embrace play, and discover themselves through genuine connection.
