thanks all... to answer the queries and expand on the original post:
I'm male - i'd be the clown (or we both can). I don't mind if it's a male or female clown partner.
I've only just started working on this - hence there's problems with the makeup that are obvious in the pics - until i'm much much much more comfortable, then i wouldn't feel i could do anyone justice in applying their make up.
I live in northants, but wouldn't be able to accomodate for this if it happens.