From the Greek Mimes to Marcel Marceau and Beyond Mimes, Actors, Pierrots and Clowns: A Chronicle of the Many Visages of Mime in the Theatre

One of the few studies covering the historical flow of mime from its beginnings to postmodern movement theatre, this book explores the evolution of mime and pantomime from the Greeks to the 20th Century, depicting the role of mime in dance, clowning, the cinema, and verbal theatre throughout the centuries. With over sixty illustrations, this worldwide study is indispensable for the student, teacher, or fan of mime.