1. Pantomime

2. Pantomime • Pantomime is the art of acting without words. • Pantomime is the first phase of your training as an actor • •When performing on stage your rely on your physical actions not your words. • •Your physical actions are the basis of most characterizations • •The techniques of pantomime are based on what human beings do physically in response to emotional stimulation, other people, and objects around them.

3. Your chest is the key to all bodily action. (the action begins in your chest) • Your writs lead most hand gestures • Move elbows away from body when making arm or hand gestures • Do not gesture above your head or below your waist, unless necessary for a specific action • Eyes precede most movement • Opposite action emphasizes physical movement • Always use your upstage arm, so as to not cover your face • All actions must be clearly motivated Principles of Pantomime

4. Why is Pantomime Valuable? • 1.Encourages meaningful movements • 2.Encourages significant gestures • 3.encourages animated facial expressions

5. PantomimeExpressions

6. FEET AND LEGS Arrogance Strong Confidence Defiance Lack of Bodily Control Old Age Fatigue Intoxication Anger/Frustration Irritation/impatience Embarrassment/ Nervousness Feet apart and legs straight Feet apart and legs bent Stomping a foot Tapping a foot Twisting a foot

7. H E A D A N D F A C E

8. F I N G E RS / H ANDS

9. Confidence • Aloofness • Indifference • Restrained Self-Control W H O L E B O D Y Heels together, weight on both feet, chest and head slightly lifted • Interest • Persuasion • Sympathy • Enthusiasm • Positive emotions Weight shifted t o front foot, head and body leaning slightly forward

10. Hesitation • Deep Thought • Amazement • Fear • Negative Emotions W H O L E B O D Y Weight shifted t o rear foot, head and chest pulled back and turned away • Old Age • Envy • Greed • Pain Sunken Chest, Bowed head, shoulders forward and down