Creating Pantomime Performances
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Objective
I can create a short pantomime performance that tells a clear story.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Pantomime is a theater strategy where actors tell a story without using their voices.
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Effective pantomimes include details in movement and clear facial expressions.
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To create a good pantomime, use your body, imagination, and concentration to communicate nonverbally.
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Practice
10 questions
What is the main difference between acting with dialogue and pantomime?
Why are details important in a pantomime performance?
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Exit ticket
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“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.”
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