Clown Town apparently was a real thing, an area inhabited by former circus and carnival performers. Burg started jotting down ideas and took about two years to complete the play once he began writing. "The (real) story is mixed with my imagination in the play," Burg said.

Welcome to The Clown Motel in Nevada\n\n Even if you don't stay the night, drop by the lobby, get drowned in clowns, and snap up some truly unique souvenirs from the mini gift shop in the corner.