Clowns join forces to present online event on YouTube – Windspeaker.com

January 20, 2025

Putting on a show involves plenty of logistics, and it’s even more challenging without funding. When representatives from the Northern Indigenous Artist Alliance (NIAA) received $12,000 from the Ontario Arts Council’s Indigenous Projects grant, they knew it was possible.

They could host Zikwaadan // Spit on It!, an online event featuring Indigenous clowns from across Northern Ontario. Even better, they could pay the artists.

The show will be live on YouTube on Jan. 26, starting at 6:30 p.m. ET.

The show features Cree and Anishinaabe artists showcasing their talents and exploring the intersection of traditional clowning and drag performance.

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