AN AWARD-winning clown troupe will be performing at the Lyric Theatre.

Le Navet Bete will be performing the show Extrvaganza on Friday, September 18.

The show is described as a ridiculous, madcap romp rammed full of acrobatics, improvisation, live music, circus influences, downright silliness and even a flaming unicycle.

The award-winning troupe tour all over the world and the four clowns are based in Devon.

Each member has extensive training in clowning and physical theatre leading to wowed audiences since 2007.

The group won a Sweet Venue award in 2008 and were Three Weeks Award winners in 2009.

Reviews have declared the group ‘hilarious’ and ‘utterly engaging’ as well as energetic and original.

Tickets are on sale now from Bridport Arts Centre on 01308 424204 and Box Office Coffee or on the door on the night from 7.30pm.

As well as taking in some clowning around, people can join in as well.

On the Saturday, September 19 Le Navet Bete will be running a Masterclass in Stupidity at the Lyric.

The three-hour masterclass will be taught specific skills that are needed to be ridiculously silly, both on the stage and off.

The workshop is open to people aged 16 and above with limited places.

Booking is essential on admin@the-lyric.com or on 01308 423951.