PERFORMING ARTS Back in times of old, when royalty reigned and heads rolled, the court jester was a character with much to be told.
The court jester, or fool, was a multifaceted figure in historical courts, primarily serving as an entertainer with humour, jokes, and/or physical comedy. Beyond mere amusement, jesters acted as satirists, using wit to comment on political and social issues, and sometimes as informal advisors, offering honest opinions and criticisms without fear of retribution. They were trusted companions to royalty, providing comfort and distraction, and played a crucial role as social commentators, addressing sensitive topics and mediating conflicts through humour. Embodying both folly and wisdom, jesters used their unique position to entertain, advise, and influence court life.
Fast forward to modern times, the role of the jester…