Towards a theory of mime /

Towards a Theory of Mime is a genuinely unique book about non-verbal communication and performance. Combining a broad global history of the evolution of human communication with an introduction to the general practice of mime, Alexander Iliev traces a lineage from Marceau and Barrault to his own dis...

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Main Author: Iliev, Aleksandŭr, 1956- (Author)
Other Authors: Dabova, Milena (Translator), Chemers, Michael M. (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London ; New York : Routledge, 2014.
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Summary:Towards a Theory of Mime is a genuinely unique book about non-verbal communication and performance. Combining a broad global history of the evolution of human communication with an introduction to the general practice of mime, Alexander Iliev traces a lineage from Marceau and Barrault to his own distinguished practice as performer and teacher. The book moves from a fascinating description of the first principles of gestural language to a stunning sequence of specific exercises in practical training. Written in a sometimes poetic, always accessible and often humorous style, Towards a Theory of Mime conveys complex ideas in a strikingly accessible way.
Item Description:This book was originally published as volumes 1 and 2 (of 4) of Obshta teorii︠a︡ i praktika na pantominata (Sofia, Sonita & Phosphorus: 1993-97).
Physical Description:xv, 284 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780415725910 (hardback)
0415725917 (hardback)
9780415725927 (paperback)
0415725925 (paperback)