From the Greek Mimes to Marcel Marceau and Beyond: Mimes, Actors, Pierrots and Clowns
The Scarecrow Press, Inc., 2000. Hardcover. Item #309078 In addition to defining and tracing the history of mime, Lust documents present-day training programs in North America and Europe, providing contact addresses and information on mime festivals and centers. A filmography lasting mime and mime-related films and an extensive bibliography contribute to the usefulness of the book. With over 60 illustrations, this world-wide study is indispensable for the student, teacher, or fan of mime.
ISBN: 081083510X
7-1/2 by 10-1/4 inches. 352 pages. 'A Chronicle of the Many Visages of Mime in the Theater.' Illustrated in black-and-white. A near fine copy; no dust jacket.
One of the few studies covering the historical flow of mime from its beginnings to postmodern movement theatre, this book develops the meaning and 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. It is also an in-depth study of twentieth-century mime masters, including Jacques Lecoq, Etienne Decroux, Jean-Louis Barrault, and Marcel Marceau.
Price: $65.00