'The Evening of the Jesters') is a 1953 Swedish drama film directed by Ingmar Bergman.

In Sawdust and Tinsel, Bergman portrays a disturbing battle between the sexes within a circus setting.

The story follows the clown Frost, who discovers that a beautiful lady bathing nude is actually his wife.

The circus owner, Albert, and his mistress, Anne are facing financial difficulties and relationship problems.

The circus prepares for a performance, during which Albert and Frans engage in a physical fight.