Robert Rivest

Robert Rivest is a comedian and mime known for his unique blend of physical comedy and improvisation, often performing with Cirque du Soleil and other notable circus companies. He has worked with famous comedians like Jim Carrey and Rowan Atkinson, and has been influenced by the works of Charlie Chaplin and Marcel Marceau. Rivest's performances often feature a mix of slapstick comedy, pratfalls, and mime techniques, similar to those used by The Three Stooges and Buster Keaton. He has also been compared to other physical comedians like Lucille Ball and Red Skelton.

● Early Life and Education

Robert Rivest grew up in a family of performers, with his parents being vaudeville actors who worked with Bob Hope and The Marx Brothers. He began performing at a young age, attending clown school and studying physical comedy with Emmett Kelly and Clarabell the Clown. Rivest also trained with mime masters like Etienne Decroux and Jacques Lecoq, and was influenced by the works of Samuel Beckett and Jean-Paul Sartre. He attended Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College, where he honed his skills alongside other famous clowns like Clarabell the Clown and Bob Keeshan.

● Career

Rivest's career in comedy began with performances at comedy clubs like The Comedy Store and The Improv, where he worked with comedians like Richard Pryor and George Carlin. He later joined Cirque du Soleil and performed in several of their productions, including Mystere and O, alongside other notable performers like Guy Laliberte and Daniel Gauthier. Rivest has also worked with The Blue Man Group and The Muppets, and has made appearances on Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. He has performed at numerous festivals, including Just for Laughs and The Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and has worked with other comedians like Eddie Murphy and Billy Crystal.

● Comedy Style and Influences

Rivest's comedy style is a unique blend of physical comedy, improvisation, and mime, influenced by the works of Charlie Chaplin and Marcel Marceau. He has also been compared to other physical comedians like Lucille Ball and Red Skelton, and has worked with comedians like Jim Carrey and Rowan Atkinson. Rivest's performances often feature a mix of slapstick comedy, pratfalls, and mime techniques, similar to those used by The Three Stooges and Buster Keaton. He has also been influenced by the works of Samuel Beckett and Jean-Paul Sartre, and has performed in productions like Waiting for Godot and No Exit. Rivest has also worked with clowns like Emmett Kelly and Clarabell the Clown, and has been influenced by the circus traditions of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus and Cirque du Soleil.

● Notable Works and Performances

Rivest has performed in numerous notable productions, including Cirque du Soleil's Mystere and O, and has worked with The Blue Man Group and The Muppets. He has made appearances on Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, and has performed at numerous festivals, including Just for Laughs and The Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Rivest has also worked with other comedians like Eddie Murphy and Billy Crystal, and has been influenced by the works of Richard Pryor and George Carlin. He has performed in productions like The Comedy of Errors and A Midsummer Night's Dream, and has worked with Shakespearean actors like Laurence Olivier and Ian McKellen. Rivest has also been involved in charity work, performing with Comic Relief and Red Nose Day.

● Awards and Recognition

Rivest has received numerous awards and nominations for his performances, including Emmy Awards and Gemini Awards. He has been recognized for his work with Cirque du Soleil and The Blue Man Group, and has received awards from Just for Laughs and The Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Rivest has also been nominated for Tony Awards and Drama Desk Awards for his performances in productions like The Comedy of Errors and A Midsummer Night's Dream. He has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and has been recognized by The Comedy Hall of Fame and The Clown Hall of Fame. Rivest has also received awards from The International Clown Hall of Fame and Research Center and The World Clown Association. Category:Comedians