Punching Judy 
February 28, March 1, March 2
All Shows at 8pm / Doors open at 7:30

Performed & Created by: Isadora Sharon
Directed by: Dan Griffiths

Wickedly funny and unapologetically raw, Punching Judy blends physical theatre, dance, mime, and clown to tackle tough subjects with bold humor and razor-sharp insight. This darkly comedic solo performance shines a light on patriarchal brutality, systemic violence, and domestic abuse, inviting you to laugh, squirm, and reflect. With its dynamic storytelling and fearless physicality, Punching Judy turns uncomfortable truths into a mesmerizing, thought-provoking experience.

Don’t miss this World Premiere Performance!  Join us for 🧨 dynamic storytelling & fearless physicality, 🥊 𝑷𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑱𝒖𝒅𝒚 turns uncomfortable truths into a mesmerizing, thought-provoking experience. Get your tickets here.

Isadora Sharon is a dynamic performer whose artistic journey encompasses dance, clown, mime, choreography, and circus arts. Born and raised in New York, they've been performing since childhood, crafting a unique style that blends classical training with avant-garde expression. Through their performances, Isadora creates work that transcends traditional boundaries, drawing audiences into a realm both timeless and otherworldly.

Dan Griffiths is an award winning theatre maker, director, teacher, and the founder of ClownZero, KAPOOT Clown Theatre, and Church of Clown. He has created and performed original theatrical works in over 45 states and 25 countries since 1988. Dan has performed with the Clown troupe Die Hanswurste, with Chicago’s 500 Clown, and internationally for The Department of Defense Overseas Shows. Dan has served as faculty for the Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre, Clown Conservatory San Francisco, The School for Mime Theater, Columbia College Chicago, Roosevelt University, Indiana University Northwest and Academy of Art University.  

Dan has taught Clowning at The Wu Qiao International Circus Festival in Shijiazhuang, China. He has worked as a clown doctor and trainer for The Big Apple Circus and was the Director of CLOWNZERO a Medical Clowning unit in residence at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. Dan has studied with Marcel Marceau, Gregg Goldston, Moni Yakim, David Shiner, and Stefan Niedzialkowski. He attended The School for Mime Theatre and The Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theater. Dan holds an M.A. in Experimental Performance from New College of California and an M.F.A in Interdisciplinary Art from the California Institute of Integral Studies.