BOLSTER & LEE - The Knock' Em Downs
The Mask Family
About the work
Take a trip back in time to the side shows of old...
THE KNOCK' EM DOWNS
Outdoor Version – Free
Step into the excitement of The Knock' Em Downs, a lively, free outdoor carnival spectacle perfect for festivals and public events! Embrace the nostalgic charm of vintage sideshows as you meet Bernie & Roach—two quick-witted clowns who turn classic games into hilarious competitions. With slapstick antics, playful challenges, and audience interactions, this high-energy experience offers spontaneous fun and big prizes, making it a must-see for families and friends.
Indoor In-Studio or Main Stage Immersive Version – Ticketed
Welcome to The Knock' Em Downs: Clowns' Night Off—a thrilling 3-hour immersive experience, transforming a Black Box Studio or Main Stage into a bustling clown bar! Join a family of off-duty sideshow clowns, including Bernie & Roach, for an unforgettable night of playful rivalry and absurd fun. Guests are fully immersed in the action with side-splitting games, offbeat bar challenges, and unexpected clown antics, all in a vibrant cabaret-style setting. Ideal for theatre venues and special events, this version offers a bold and interactive alternative for audiences seeking something different. Whether in an intimate studio or on a grand stage, Clowns' Night Off guarantees laughter, chaos, and surprises around every corner.
Originally Commission by Brisbane Festival with funding support from Arts Queensland.
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Interactive / Immersive
Comedy
Circus / Physical Theatre
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Families
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From 2025
Until 2035
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