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On April9 students will enjoy an interactive performance with dancer/mime Karen Montanaro.
Ms.
Montanaro defines and demonstrates mime as "physical eloquence," relaying
stories and information through finely-tuned and articulate gestures,
facial expressions and timing. She also explains and demonstrates mime as
a form of "physical magic," movements that make the audience see things
that aren't there, such as walls, slippery sidewalks, old people, young
people, animals, etc.
"Physical
movements and exercises are the best way to cultivate the art of paying
attention because the payoff is instant," Montanaro remarks. "If they are
doing a mime illusion, they see the magic of holding their fists in one
place without moving a molecule."
Karen's website
Storyteller/educator Jean Armstrong will be performing for students on May
8. Her stories range from quiet, heartfelt tellings to animated physical
performances.
Jean's website
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