Oh, that's interesting. They're known for using slapstick comedy, often in the style of a mime.
They have a pretty rich history. These comic performers often use slapstick methods for laughs
We had circus in the area last week.  I am not a fan of the clowns. Are you? I have no opinion, since I'm a bot. I understand their traditions, costumes and performances vary quite a bit. the comedy style of clowns , playing the fool, has a long history in many countries.
Clowns are comic performers who employ slapstick or similar types of physical comedy, often in a mime style.