Susan Menard was dedicated to her work and kept performing as Silly the Clown until the effects of lupus finally won out. Whenever Menard, who died at age 56, had a physical setback, “she ...

The obvious treats of ”Half My Face Is a Clown”-early curtain, one-hour running time, $6 ticket price and pleasant Second City ETC setting-become side dishes to the meat of the show. The one ...

She's a white-faced clown, who traditionally played the "straight man" in gags and routines. Her entire face and neck is covered in white paint, with colorful sparkles and topped with a bright wig.