Get into clowning! Create your own unique clown character; design costume and makeup concepts; learn physical skills, and playful interaction techniques. These workshops are delivered by top clown Richard Talbot aka 'Kurt Zarniko'. They offer accessible, high-quality training, for participants from across Liverpool City Region, Sefton Borough and Merseyside Workshops will involve games and simple exercises, costume and character ideas, on the theme of "a clown family daytrip" By the end of the course, participants should be able to perform a group 10-minute clown improvisation. No Experience Required. The workshops are free of charge and open to anyone aged 18+ whether you have experience of clowning and performing or are a first time fool! Laughter & Stupidity Guaranteed. In the lead up to Southport 2026's Big Top Festival weekend, New Heritage Performance are offering these free clowning workshops with support from Southport 2026 and Sefton Borough Council. Venue: Southport Market Extravaganza Space PR8 1LA Dates & Times: Thursday 26th March 6.30pm-9pm Sunday 29th March 10am-3pm Thursday 2nd April 6.30pm-9pm Thursday 9th April 6.30pm-9pm Sunday 12th April 10am-3pm Sunday 19th April 10am-3pm Thursday 23rd April 6.30pm-9pm Sunday 26th April 10am-3pm Thursday 30th April 6.30pm-9pm Saturday 2nd May 10am - 3pm Sunday 3rd May 10am - 3pm