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Richard Renner — The Man, The Myth, The Klown

Actor. Juggler. Orangutan. Poet. Fool.

All of these describe Richard Renner as he delivers his signature blend of physical comedy and heartfelt humor. Whether he’s juggling, unicycling, ropewalking, or improvising something wonderfully absurd on the spot, Richard performs with boundless energy and impeccable skill.

After graduating from the University of Kansas in 1981 with a degree in theatre, he invested years—and a modest fortune—studying with legendary masters: Marcel Marceau, the iconic French mime; Yuri Belov, the renowned Russian clown; and Avner the Eccentric, a pioneer of the New Vaudeville movement. Following a stint with Kansas City’s Mimewock Company, Richard launched his solo career as a company of one, which quickly multiplied as he realized just how many characters were living in his head.

Since then, he has performed across nearly every state in the U.S., the warmer corners of Canada, and the most beautiful stretches of Mexico. Laughter, he’s found, is a universal passport.

In 1988, after meeting countless kindred spirits in the world of variety arts, Richard founded the Vodvill Entertainment Company to champion performers throughout the Midwest. Today, it remains a thriving enterprise with a roster of more than 100 unique acts.

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The Slapstick Circus is a 30–45 minute one-man whirlwind featuring Richard Renner as the VodVill Klown, blending circus skills with classic pantomime. A mostly silent show—aside from the occasional well-timed scream—it’s packed with physical comedy, pratfalls, and hilarious mishaps. Objects misbehave, machines rebel, and every failure becomes a triumph as the Klown pushes the possibilities of circus arts in the real world.

Audiences will be surprised by motorized unicycling, balancing acts with cleaning tools, and full “band music” played with hardware supplies.
This show is ideal for outdoor festivals and school assemblies thanks to its minimal technical needs. It can also be paired with strolling entertainment as part of a special festival package.

The ReCycle Show
Bring the goofy, gadget-packed spirit of the Recycle Cycle to your stage with his newest invention—The Recyclinator!

Richard Renner, everyone’s favorite eccentric garbage man, takes students on a lively journey through the world of trash, resources, and responsibility using wacky contraptions, circus arts, music, and hands-on games. Through juggling, magic tricks with trash, and plenty of laughs, students discover how their everyday choices impact the environment. With humor and heart, Richard shows that every kid can make a difference by Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling. Richard also offers Roving performances with his award winning Recycle Cycle (www.recyclecyclecar.com) REDUCE, REUSE, and RECYCLE in a RE-DICULOUS WAY!

When the Recycle Cycle rolls in, the whole environment comes alive with sound, color, and hands-on fun. Kids and adults jump into onboard eco-games, pausing only to watch the Goofball Garbage Man juggle, balance, and perform stunts with reclaimed trash and recycled humor.

Built entirely from repurposed parts, the Recycle Cycle is a rolling lesson in environmental stewardship—educational, entertaining, and unforgettable. Watch eyes light up and smiles spread as this one-of-a-kind contraption brings eco-excitement to any fair or festival.

Single stage show performance – $800, additional shows on the same day – $600
Roving performances with the Recycle Cycle – $800 for a 2 hour set, each additional hour $300
Special Festival rate of 3 performances per day – $1600 (includes roving performances too)
Educational and Community Engagement fees – $600 per service
Travel expenses – $0.65 per mile plus lodging, $75 meal per diem

Junk-to-Joy Circus Workshop
A hands-on workshop where participants make juggling balls, poi, or balance props from recycled materials—then learn how to use them.
Includes:
Quick demos of juggling, balancing, and clowning
Step-by-step building stations
A mini show by participants at the end
Optional “Recyclinator” cameo
Perfect for: Schools, scouting groups, camps, Earth Day events.

“Science of Circus” Interactive Workshop
Grades: 2–8 (adaptable)
Length: 45–60 minutes
Kids learn physics by doing: balance, gravity, center of mass, force, friction, and momentum—all demonstrated through juggling, balancing, unicycling, and clowning.
Activity Highlights:
Center of Gravity Demo: Students try balancing a broom, then see the Klown balance impossible objects.
Newton’s Laws Juggling Challenge: Students toss scarves to understand force and motion.
Balance Board Experiment: What happens when weight shifts?
Team STEM Build: Groups design a “circus machine” using recycled parts.
Educational Impact: Teaches core physics concepts through kinesthetic learning and performance.