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Avner the Eccentric
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2012
Born
Avner Eisenberg

(1948-08-26) 26 August 1948 (age 76)
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Occupation Clown, performance artist, mime, juggler and sleight of hand

Avner Eisenberg, known by his stage name "Avner the Eccentric", is a famous American performer. He was born on August 26, 1948. Avner is a talented clown, mime, juggler, and magician who uses sleight of hand. One critic called him "A clown for the thinking man and the most exacting child."

Early Life and Training

Avner Eisenberg was born in Atlanta, Georgia. He went to four different universities. He studied many subjects before choosing theater. In 1971, he earned a theater degree from the University of Washington.

After college, Avner went to Paris to study mime. He learned from a famous teacher named Jacques Lecoq. During this time, he also worked as a puppeteer. Later, he returned to the U.S. and taught at a theater school in California.

Becoming a Performer

Avner started performing at Renaissance fairs and on stages. He became well-known for his unique style.

Acting in Movies and Plays

In 1985, Avner played the main character in the movie The Jewel of the Nile. This film also featured his friends, The Flying Karamazov Brothers. Critics praised his acting in the movie. One reviewer said he "very nearly steals the film." Another called him "a true comic discovery."

Avner also performed in many plays.

Solo Performances Worldwide

Avner is famous for his solo act, which has no words. He performs it all over the world. He has been to many big festivals, including:

In 2004, his show in Paris was completely sold out for three months.

Other Work and Interests

Besides performing, Avner also teaches. He is certified in special techniques like Ericksonian Hypnosis and NLP. He teaches workshops on silent theater skills. These workshops help students and professionals in health care, education, and counseling.

He also serves on the board of directors for the Etz Chaim Synagogue in Portland, Maine. As of 2009, Avner lives on an island in Maine.

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