THE ART OF MIME AND PANTOMIME

Mime/Pantomime is one of the oldest forms of human communication and, at the same time, one of the most essential tools for stage expression. The goal of this class is to explore the history, theories and practice of mimes, pantomimes, and other physically oriented/ non-verbal performances of each era, with the consideration of their cultural, societal background context. Our study includes comments of people, impressions of critics, or the sometimes vehement attacks of Christian authority on these activities. By doing so, we explore not only the art of physical expression but the social context in which a certain art form was created, modified, developed, and prospered.