Creating Pantomime Performances

Creating Pantomime Performances

Grade 10th Grade · Art · 45 min· Prepare A Unified Drama/ Theatre Work For Performance That Conveys Meaning.

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can create a short pantomime performance that tells a clear story.

Warm-Up Video

Kennedy Center Education Digital Learning · 5:42

1-2-3 Pantomime with Jamie Hipp

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    Pantomime is a theater strategy where actors tell a story without using their voices.

  • 2

    Effective pantomimes include details in movement and clear facial expressions.

  • 3

    To create a good pantomime, use your body, imagination, and concentration to communicate nonverbally.

Practice Questions

10 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Create a short pantomime performance that shows a person trying to bake a cake, but they keep making mistakes. Focus on using detailed movements and facial expressions to tell the story without words.

Teacher Guide

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