Quick Answer: Aaron Watkins is a Pre-Show Clown and Stilts performer who serves as Sailor Circus Clown Coach and Circus Arts In Healthcare Program Manager.

Aaron Watkins

Pre-Show Clowns, Stilts 

Aaron Watkins, Sailor Circus Clown Coach and Circus Arts In Healthcare Program Manager. Aaron has laughed with people around the world – from Lincoln Center and The White House to China and Dubai to the three rings of Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey. He is a proud recipient of the Raoul Wallenberg Humanitarian Award for his work with the Big Apple Circus and Paul Newman’s Hole-In-The-Wall Gang Camp. Aaron co-produced the NY International Festival of Clown-Theatre, directed Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade clowns and served as Dean of Students at Ringling’s famed Clown College. He has taught and lectured on clowning and acting at schools, theatres and professional conferences across the country.

At a Glance

Key Facts

  • Aaron Watkins performs Pre-Show Clowns and Stilts acts.
  • He is the Sailor Circus Clown Coach and Circus Arts In Healthcare Program Manager.
  • He has performed around the world, including at Lincoln Center, The White House, China, Dubai, and with Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey.
  • He received the Raoul Wallenberg Humanitarian Award for his work with the Big Apple Circus and Paul Newman's Hole-In-The-Wall Gang Camp.
  • He co-produced the NY International Festival of Clown-Theatre and directed Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade clowns.
  • He served as Dean of Students at Ringling's Clown College and has taught clowning and acting at schools, theatres, and professional conferences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What roles does Aaron Watkins hold?

He is Sailor Circus Clown Coach and Circus Arts In Healthcare Program Manager, and he performs Pre-Show Clowns and Stilts.

What award has Aaron Watkins received?

He received the Raoul Wallenberg Humanitarian Award for his work with the Big Apple Circus and Paul Newman's Hole-In-The-Wall Gang Camp.

Where has Aaron Watkins performed?

He has performed at Lincoln Center, The White House, in China and Dubai, and with the three rings of Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey.

What leadership roles has Aaron Watkins held in the circus and entertainment world?

He co-produced the NY International Festival of Clown-Theatre, directed Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade clowns, and served as Dean of Students at Ringling's Clown College.