There is fun to be had all around us, at every corner, in every moment - especially on stage. This workshop is facilitated by an improviser and French-trained clown Jeromaia Detto, who will equip you with the tools and techniques to not only find the fun but also be able to follow it!

Follow Your Fun! - Using clown to find freedom and pleasure on stage

“When laughter breaks out, the clown isn’t far away” - Philippe Gaulier

There is fun to be had all around us, at every corner, in every moment - especially on stage. Thisworkshop is facilitated by improviser and French trained clown Jeromaia Detto, who will equip you with the tools and techniques to not only find the fun, but also be able to follow it! 

The session will be an all in one exploration of clown, with a focus on playfulness, complicite, ‘le jeu’ and the flop. You will also be introduced to a variety of clowning techniques and skills including; Fixed point, the pleasure to lie, major/minor and the power of simplicity, all in all giving you an insight in how to be more comfortable, open and present on stage.

The workshop will cater to all levels and experiences, whether you're a seasoned performer, beginner or someone who simply wants to try something new! 

Who is Jeromaia?

Jeromaia Detto is a Sydney born improviser and clown who has been studying and performing across the globe for almost a decade. He is a graduate of Improv Theatre Sydney and iO Chicago as well as having completed the full two years of study at Ecole Philippe Gaulier. Throughout Europe, he has also trained and performed in Paris, Edinburgh, Hamburg and with The Norway Clown Camp.

He is a two time Cranston Cup Theatresports Grand Finalist and was featured as an Improv "All-Star" in Celebrity Theatresports 2018 and 2019. In 2019 he was also crowned National Maestro Champion!

Jeromaia has taught clown and improv across the world in both French and English and currently performs with musical improv troupe Unplanned Melodies as well as being a producer and performer with the multi-city alternative comedy show, The Lost Cabaret.

Head to jeromaiadetto.com for more info!


"...he has without fail managed to inspire a love of acting and performance in his students"

"A passionate and gifted teacher". - Matthew Whaley, Head of Theatre, The Scots College.

"Jeromaia is a passionate and curious performer who has a great deal of knowledge and experience to share" -  Maddy S, 34yo, Student

Prerequisites: Impro Melbourne's Spontaneity,, or similar training at the discretion of the Artistic Director or course instructor.