1. Pantomime
Theatre Arts 120

2. Pantomiming Pantomime: the art of acting without words.
The character is portrayed through gestures, facial expressions and movement.
First form of acting. Ex.- Charlie Chaplin (silent movies)
Non-verbal communication: communicating without words.
Encourages meaningful movements, gestures and animated facial expressions.
Judged by appearance and manner and later by what you say and how you say it.

3. Strong-willed and confident personality
Example
Strong-willed and confident personality
Shy and retiring
Stands tall
Uses broad, emphatic gestures
Moves with authority and self- assurance
Makes quick, definite movements
Directs actions away from body
Relaxation and posture are key**
Stands timidly, drawn in as if for protection
Uses small, weak gestures
Moves slowly, with limited motion
Directs actions down and toward the body.

4. Pantomime
Gesture: The movement of any part of your body to help express an idea or emotion.
Facial expressions- natural sequence: eyes, mouth, other facial muscles.

5. Facial expressions Surprise Sadness Eyes widen Brows lift
Mouth opens into an O shape
Eyes narrow and lids drop
Outer brow turns downward
Mouth turns down
Facial muscles sag

6. Charlie Chaplin video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0IU8uQniX8
1. What do you think is happening between Charlie and the man he interacts with after getting out of jail?
2. What is Charlie trying to decide when he encounters the man with the pocket watch?
3. What do you think is wrong with the man who has the pocket watch?
4. What does Charlie do when he doesn’t have money to pay for the apple?
5. How does Charlie show his emotions without using words?