Jon Davison

Jon Davison is a Lecturer and performer with 30 years of experience in clowning, teaching, directing, and writing. He is affiliated with London Metropolitan University as part of their academic staff. His work focuses on clown performance, theatre practice, and performing arts education. Davison teaches online clowning courses and workshops, emphasizing creative development and performance techniques adapted for digital platforms.

Research interests include clown pedagogy, physical comedy, and performance art methodologies. He has published works such as Clown Training: a practical guide (2015) and Clown Prosthetics and Amputations (2009). His online instruction methods prioritize idea generation and material structure, blending traditional clown exercises with contemporary digital practices.

Davison’s courses attract diverse participants globally, combining group and solo work to foster creativity. He emphasizes disciplined practice and audience engagement, particularly in online formats. No specific grants or awards are listed, though his work reflects sustained contributions to clowning education and performance theory.