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- Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Clown College was more selective than Harvard, accepting around 50 students annually from thousands of applicants.
- Founded in 1968 by circus owner Irvin Feld in Florida, the college trained clowns in various skills like juggling, acrobatics, and comedic performance inspired by legends like Charlie Chaplin.
- Though the college offered free tuition, graduates had to sign a one-year contract with the circus, ensuring a return on investment for the organization.
- The college operated until 1997, closing due to changing circus needs and the rise of private training methods, including instructional videos.
- The college's training sought to develop skills for large arena performances, focusing on visibility and engagement of every audience member.
- During its operation, the college served as a recruitment ground for circus talent, providing a thorough understanding of clowning arts to new generations.
- Despite its closure, the legacy of the Clown College lives on, with open auditions continuing to be held for finding new talent for the circus.
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