The clown in a circus show plays an important role. He entertains the people. He makes funny gestures and remarks. His appearance too is very funny. He paints his face and puts on a multi-colored dress. He also puts on a strange-looking cap. The spectators begin to laugh as soon as the clown enters the ring. They enjoy the clown’s antics and his remarks about the other actors. He looks a foolish clown but actually he is a skilled artiste. He can imitate actions of the other actors successfully. People get a pleasant surprise when the clown starts dancing on the rope or wire. He also rides the galloping horses. The clown appears during the interval between one feat and the other and makes the spectators laugh heartily.