Brenda Ahern began her clowning career at University of Wisconsin/ La Crosse in 1983 with a class instructed by Dr. Richard Snowberg, the founder of Clown Camp. She has been active with Clown Camp since 1984, the past twelve years as a staff instructor. In 1987, after receiving her Bachelor's degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Brenda was chosen to attend Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Clown College. This was the celebrated 20th Anniversary Clown College class. Brenda appeared prominently in the CBS Special that featured her graduation. Offered a contract, Brenda traveled throughout the United States for two years with "The Greatest Show On Earth" Blue Unit. Along with clowning, Brenda also found time to tutor adults and children on the show.

The 'Udderly' Delightful Kids Show!

A performance for kids and parents to share together!

(45 minutes)

Walrus whiskers will be balanced, elephants will dance and grumpy faces will be turned into happy ones; in this delightful performance interpretation of Dr. Seuse's If I Ran the Circus changed just a little bit by Brenda. An amusingly magical performance, it's a perfect show for children, preschool - fourth grade, and their parents to experience together. The show is totally self contained.

Basic Technical Requirements:
12 x 12 stage area, sound, set provided.

Circus and Clowning Across the Curriculum: Professional Educator Conference Presentation

"Capture the imagination and attention of your students!"

(45 -90 minute presentation)

Circus and Clowning Across the Curriculum, provides ideas and techniques for elementary school educators on how to put together thematic programming that will meet most any curriculum need. There is a rich history of the circus and clown arts in the United States. By tapping into this valuable resource you will capture the imagination and attention of your students–guaranteed. This program has been presented at professional educator conferences and annually at the University of Wisconsin—La Crosse Clown Camp, to visiting educators from throughout the United States and abroad. Resource materials are provided.