Seven Days: Vermont's Independent Voice

Nobody's Fool

When you come across a clan of clowns called the Fossil Fools who juggle bottled water and simulate polar bears dancing on melting ice, you know you’re in for more than the usual big-top spectacle. ARTFARM’s Circus for a Fragile Planet is equal parts silly and serious. Designed to send a strong environmental message without sacrificing entertainment, it stars a dotty Austrian scientist who tries to spread knowledge on issues ranging from global warming to species sustainability — but keeps getting interrupted by the physical-comedy antics of three mischievous clowns. The all-recycled props and set sweeten the statement, and a spirited musical score keeps audiences enthralled. Come for a dose of humor and ideas on building a better place to live.