Pantomime: Acting Without Words
Students will practice pantomime to tell stories and express actions using only their bodies.
Key Questions
- Explain how to communicate an action or object without speaking.
- Design a short pantomime scene that tells a clear story.
- Critique a pantomime performance based on its clarity and expressiveness.
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
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