FINE TUNE YOUR FUNNY BONE!
Explore our classes and workshops designed to help you take creative risks, build confidence, and have fun doing it!
Big News!
Clown Garage and Unexpected Productions are joining forces in Issaquah!!
In 2026, Clown Garage partnered with Unexpected Productions, the longest running improv school in Seattle, at Pike Place Market, to take a bold step forward by open The Improv School in Issaquah. Our vision is to create a vibrant hub for creativity, connection and alternative theatre on the Eastside. This new space will be more than a classroom; it will be a place where students grow, businesses build stronger teams, and audiences experience the magic of live improv comedy and the circus arts.
UpCOmiNg CLaSseS
Clown 100: Foundations of Clown Play
This foundational class introduces the joyful world of clowning through exercises in presence, play, rhythm, emotional expression, and ensemble work, helping participants embrace vulnerability, failure, and bold comic choices.
Physical Humor 100: The Comic Technician
Learn the foundations of physical comedy and comic mishaps with internationally renowned clown and circus artist Mick Holsbeke
Clown 200: Reinforcing Foundations
Build on your clown foundation through deeper work in presence, rhythm, character, status play, and physical humor while developing confidence, independence, and greater comic risk-taking.
Youth Clowning
A playful introduction to ensemble theater, improvisation, physical comedy, and clown-inspired games where young performers learn to take creative risks and turn everyday moments into big laughs—no experience required.
Artistic Cycling
Embark on a thrilling ride into the world of artistic cycling! Guided by expert Mick, riders will develop coordination, strength, and creativity while mastering dazzling moves on specialized bikes. No prior experience is required—just a love for movement and a sense of adventure!
Youth Circus
Discover juggling, acrobatics, and circus in a fun and engaging environment for artists, ages 4 - 7. Students will learn basic circus skills such as juggling, tumbling, and balance skills. Join us for a whimsical journey where little ones shine in their very own circus adventure!
WhY CLowN?
CLowN as Skill & Presence
Practicing Clown brings levity into your life. By exploring your own silliness, you develop courage, resilience, empathy, and confidence that extend far beyond the stage.
CLowN as Community Practice
Clown connects us. It’s about finding joy in poking fun at ourselves and the status quo, creating a playful, united community of fools.
CLowN as Physical & Comic Craft
Through play, improv, rhythm, timing, and status exercises, participants refine their “Clown motor,” take comic risks, and gently approach the elusive, joyful state of Clown.
CLowN as Cultural Disruptor
Fools have always flipped status on its head, brought joy to the masses, and poked the bear. The world has enough ego-driven leaders—clowns remind us to laugh, question, and keep life in perspective.
