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1 Do Now 1. Journal Response: "If an actor can find the personal rhythm of a character, he's home free. And one of the best ways to do that is to follow a person down the street, unbeknownst to him. Pick up his walk, imitate it and continue it, even after he's out of sight. As you're doing it, observe what's happening to you. By zeroing in on a guy's personal rhythm, you'll find that you've become a different person." - Dustin Hoffman Explain what this quote means to you and how it relates to pantomime and performance. 2. Define pantomime. 3. Think of a way you can express to a partner the following ideas without saying a word: a. Everything is OK. b. Please, help me out here. c. Don t say another word! d. I haven t a clue.

2 Pantomime Chapter 3

3 Key Terms Body language Mime Pantomime Pancake makeup

4 Basics of Pantomime Mime - the dramatic art of representing life through expressive movement comes from Ancient Greek mimos - to imitate Pantomime - a dramatic sketch using only gestures and imitations rather than words

5 Basics of Pantomime Objective - make the audience believe in whatever you are doing timing, reflexes, & coordination improve First Date Pantomime What are some things that you observed about their movement? Appreciate nonverbal communication & body language - reflect thoughts and feelings

6 The Chest essential element in all movement moving force behind emotion Review images on pg. 22 Expanded - pride, sophistication,nobility, confidence Pushed forward - determination, aggressiveness Curved - weakness, shyness, exhaustion

7 The Face & Head Face - identifies us to others Can share so much with one small expression How do you use your face to share your feelings? Review images on pg Open/upturned lips, wide eyes, arched brow - happiness, surprise down-turned mouth, narrow eyes - anger, threat mouth straight lined, eyes wide, head raised and to side - listening, attentive

8 How to use Mime Makeup 1. sponge with water, squeeze, rub into white pancake makeup 2. apply all over face (no lips) 3. Apply red grease pencil/paint to lips 4. Apply black grease pencil/paint to area above/below/around eyes 5. Fill sock with baby powder to set makeup

9 The Legs & Feet mime can express character and personality through movement of the legs and feet Review poses on pg. 24 One leg crossed over the other - relaxed, casual, arrogant Feet turned in - shyness, timidity Feet apart and legs straight - confidence, strength

10 The Arms & Hands Conveys emotion/tells a story flexibility to manipulate invisible objects Review images on pg. 25 clenched fist - anger, threat, forced control palms down - rejection, demanding, fear palms up - accepting, pleading, sympathy

11 Pantomime Practice Choose an everyday activity that you can pantomime easily without words. Create a short pantomime performing that activity. brushing your teeth, making and eating breakfast Pantomime cards Pass the ball Game Partner pantomime (from do now) Everything is OK. Please, help me out here. Don t say another word! I haven t a clue.

12 Prepare your Pantomime Create a one -three minute pantomime See the situation & objects in your mind Example: Bowling See alley, pins, bowling ball, lane Feel weight of the ball, walk to the starting line, feel the release of the ball Follow through with your reaction Perform as yourself Complete the worksheet following directions on pg. 26

13 Presenting your Pantomime Begin with short, well-rounded intro Name and one sentence explaining your pantomime Present your pantomime with detail (take your time & be expressive) At the end, pause, give a slight bow, and then quietly leave the stage In order for audience to believe, you must believe

14 Maste of the Craft: Marcell Marceau Most famous mime Ability to make audience feel Essay: The Poetic Halo Famous pantomimes: The Cage, Walking Against the Wind, & In the Park Marcell Marceau - Stage Performance Marcell Marceau Notice the way he keeps consistency and his reactions to his situation and location

15 Theater Then & Now: Kabuki of the 1600s Japanese Drama (17th century) Female dancer named O-kuni created new form of dance - Kabuki was born Earlier form - 10 minute silent performance Women were banned - only male performers Very elaborate performances/tech elements costumes highly stylized traditional white make up elaborate hairstyles acting is highly symbolic and rythmic Kabuki Performance Kabuki Theater Dance - "Orochi"

The Nutcracker. National Art Education Standards The National Standards For Arts Education

The Nutcracker. National Art Education Standards The National Standards For Arts Education The Nutcracker The Nutcracker Lesson Plan introduces students to the concept of emotionally and physically telling a story through dance and pantomime. It will help students to understand that in ballet