New York City Clown Festival Brooklyn Art Haus
A two-week celebration bringing physical comedy, theatrical absurdity, and international clowning artists to Williamsburg from August 25 through September 9.
Clowning is one of the most vital, vulnerable, and transcendent forms of live theater”
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Brooklyn Art Haus is proud to host the 2026 New York City Clown Festival, taking over its Williamsburg theater space from August 25 through September 9. Bringing together top-tier physical comedians, character performers, and theatrical visionaries, the festival will feature two weeks of mainstage productions, interactive solo works, and late-night cabarets designed to stretch the boundaries of contemporary clowning. — Isaac Bush
The festival showcases an eclectic lineup of absurd, hilarious, and emotionally resonant performances. Highlights of the two-week event include:
High-Octane Solo & Ensemble Work: Hits like Tanya Perez’s Welcome to Clowntown (fresh off its Orlando Fringe Festival run) and Katie Bowman’s BUMPSY LIVE.
Immersive Audience Experiences: Interactive theater pieces such as The Pigs Next Door, which turns the entire audience into a chaotic suburban neighborhood.
Late-Night Cabarets & Variety: One-night-only lineups bringing together physical theater, vaudeville, and experimental comedy.
"Clowning is one of the most vital, vulnerable, and transcendent forms of live theater," said Isaac Bush, Co-Executive Director of Brooklyn Art Haus. "With the New York City Clown Festival, we’re excited to foster a home for modern character clowns to realize larger scale productions, and invite audiences into pure, unadulterated play."
Tickets range from $15 to $25, with festival passes and discount packages available. All performances will take place at Brooklyn Art Haus, located in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Suggested age range 16+. Tickets are available by visiting www.bkarthaus.com
EVENT DETAILS
What: The New York City Clown Festival
When: August 25 – September 9
Where: Brooklyn Art Haus, 24 Marcy Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Tickets & Full Schedule: Available at www.bkarthaus.com
ABOUT BROOKLYN ART HAUS
Brooklyn Art Haus is an independent performance venue and cultural hub located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Dedicated to supporting innovative artists and multidisciplinary works, Brooklyn Art Haus serves as a community-driven home for theater, dance, physical comedy, and visual arts.
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