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When it comes to unusual occupations, 24-year-old Sam Cross must certainly have
one of the most enjoyable and entertaining. Clowns and jesters have always fascinated him
and two years ago he became the first officially appointed jester for the town of Buckingham.
Sam proudly claims that as a jester he is “Bringing Middle Age silliness back to Britain,” but
his role involves more than fun and mischief. In addition to entertaining audiences at local
events, he accompanies the mayor on various visits, helps to raise funds for the mayor’s
charities and also promotes Buckingham and its history.
Seeing a jester in his colourful costume, with its curious three-pointed, bell-jingling
cap is guaranteed to bring a smile to people’s faces. Sam admits that this, and the fact that he
is keeping a tradition alive, are the most rewarding aspects of his job. He acknowledges that
we are too serious nowadays because we are focused on money, work and material items. ”It
is lovely to see an entire family just relax and get involved in the jester show, calling out,
laughing, clapping and generally forgetting the pressures of the working week. There is
something about someone acting the fool that allows people to relax – possibly because they
know they won`t ever look as silly as I do.” He has also noticed that the cheerful red-and-
yellow costume seems to make a jester more appealing to children than a traditional white-
faced clown because the character looks less frightening.
There is no doubt that as Buckingham’s jester Sam is doing a brilliant job in terms of
entertaining and promoting his local community. But what is particularly encouraging is to
see that he is playing a leading role in reviving a centuries-old tradition for a new generation.
Sam Cross has learned his trade from clowns and jesters.
Often, while entertaing people, the jester draws them to social causes.
What gives Sam greatest satisfaction is the fact that the mayor promotes
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