Jesse Highley

From Circus Clown to Cirque: The Fascinating Journey of Jesse Highley

In this episode, we dive into the vibrant life of Jesse Highley, a multi-talented performer known for his work as a clown, host, and actor. Jesse shares captivating stories from his diverse career, including his time with Ringling Brothers Circus, performing at Walt Disney World, and his experience in the world of drag. From his early memories of playing a Christmas tree to his unexpected stint with Magic Mike Live, Jesse's journey is one of passion, transformation, and joy. Tune in to hear his insights into the intersection of clowning and drag, his adventures on the road, and his reflections on performance art.DDOD is a once monthly podcast that looks into the outrageous and sometimes dark world of drag, gender and sexual identity, and other communities facing stigmatization, exploring and exposing the implications of non-believers on the societal battle for equal thoughts. It also raises hell and celebrates the courage of our guests who are making an impact on their communities simple by living their lives out loud.This podcast is produced by Virtual Arts, with original music by Alex Pellegrini, and edited by Christy Patti.Virtual Arts is a theatre and event company that connects artists and audiences globally to realize the full potential of online and in person productions by developing authentic works of hope, humor and humanity. We offer assistance, guidance and production value for online community outreach events that raise awareness and support families and artists world-wide.Websitevirtualartsproductions.orgFacebookfacebook.com/DDODpodfacebook.com/VirtualArtsProdsInstagraminstagram.com/ddodpodinstagram.com/virtual.arts.prods