Treat your students to a one of a kind performance by rodeo clown Duane Reichert. K-12 students from the mountains of British Columbia, Canada to the swamps of Florida and from Arizona's Navaho Nation to the shores of Long Island have been captivated by his presentation.

Theater is not limited to a velvet-curtained stage, and drama has many faces. Duane presents a performance genre unique to the culture of the American West - the rodeo clown. Reichert opens a dramatic, colorful world to students. He can comfortably perform for an audience of up to 200 in an outdoor setting. A one-day engagement will include three to five sessions. Reichert has performed before an estimated six million rodeo fans throughout North America in nearly 40 years of experience as a rodeo clown. He has worked as Barrelman Clown at the Dodge National Finals Rodeo in Pocatello, I, the Barrelman Specialty Act at the First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo and was one of the opening acts at the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas in 1999, 2001, and 2002.

Duane is part of North and South Dakota's Arts Council - Touring Arts.

A Fun Filled 45 Minutes

Duane Reichert transforms himself from street clothes to the unique, outlandish costume, make-up, and mannerisms of a professional rodeo clown. With the use of short comedy skits and animals, he shares the dangers, the comedy relief and the suspense surrounding his life.

A strong anti-drug, alcohol message is included in the program. The importance of a higher education is also stressed. Contact early for a visit during the school year. Limited matching funds available with the South Dakota Arts Council-Touring Arts.

Testimonials

An excellent program and we will recommend it to others. - Brookings, SD - Public Library

 

Students related well to the program and enjoyed it in its entirety. - Gettysburg, SD - Swiftbird School

 

The students talked about his presentation for months. - Batesland, SD - Shannon County Schools

 

Mr. Reichert was a very accommodating person to work with. He had a wonderful rapport with all students K-12. - Roslyn, SD - Roslyn Schools

 

It was nice to have someone interested in coming out to our little school for a price we could afford. - Edgemont, SD - Elk Mountain Schools