Land Mimes
- Posted by: Morgan Clendaniel
- on April 5, 2007 at 12:38 pm
They’ve been deployed to Sudan, Kosovo, and the West Bank, to churchyards, soccer fields, and refugee camps—anywhere that people in crisis can gather. They are not soldiers or NGO workers or U.N. emissaries. They are clowns. And though the front lines of violent conflict are often mere miles away, they stand before crowds of children—armed with only a keen sense of physical humor—and try to make them smile.
Since 1993, Clowns Without Borders has made a mission of sending some of the world’s best mimes, jugglers, and puppeteers into some of the world’s most unhappy places. “Humor isn’t only about laughter,” says Mr. Yoowho (Moshe Cohen), the executive director of the U.S. chapter. “It can offer moments of joy and celebration in places where that’s not always available.”
LEARN MORE www.clownswithoutborders.org
DISCUSSION: 3 Comments
I love the idea of clowning around for change
It just makes synergy occur
Moshe Cohen is an inspirational teacher/performer. He also offers workshops around the world for anyone wanting to explore the world of true clown – a liberating experience that’s thoroughly recommended
I’ve heard some about Clowns without Borders, but I loved seeing the visual element of their clowning. I have not seen many picutures only read other articles, I would love to learn more about the individuals who participate in the program.