A clown typically utilizes the skills of mime and slapstick, as well as slapstick and acrobatics. These skills allow the clown to entertain and amuse the audience through physical comedy, exaggerated gestures, and comedic timing. Mime involves using body movements and facial expressions to convey actions and emotions without words, while slapstick involves exaggerated physical comedy and humorous mishaps. Acrobatics add an element of physicality and agility to the clown's performance, enhancing the entertainment value.