About the Artist

Danielle Levsky (they/she) is a West Philly-based transdisciplinary artist whose work brings together clowning, physical theatre, and embodied storytelling.

Their work also includes "War and Play, " commissioned by National Queer Theater at Lincoln Center in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and "The Crone Chronicles, " an audience-interactive exploration of Slavic folklore. Recent presentations include PhysFestNYC, Cannonball Festival, and FringeArts Scratch Nights.

As a community curator, Danielle hosts and produces monthly events like Full Moon on Fire and Philly Clown Slam (co-produced), connecting performance to community healing and social transformation. They also lead workshops in yoga, clown practice, and Jewish clown traditions.

Danielle's work centers on breaking down barriers between performers and audience, using clown to reveal connections through shared vulnerability and play. Their performances investigate how we process complex historical and personal narratives through the body, finding humor and humanity in all spaces.

Accessibility & Content Considerations

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This event is appropriate for ages 13+

Audience Interaction

This performance explores themes of displacement, immigration, and bureaucratic systems. Content includes discussion of refugee experiences and institutional barriers. The show involves audience participation including form-filling, movement exercises, and surrendering personal objects as part of the performance.

Covid-19 Safety policy

This event does not require masks to be worn