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SCHOOL

Presence, Power, Pure Expression

AMERICAN MIME CORE with Janet Carafa

Discover the Essence of Expression
Series: Five Class Series
Time: Saturday 1–3pm
Fall Session 2025:
- November 1, 8, 15, 22, December 6
- January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14
Location: American Mime Theatre Studio
137 West 25th Street

Price: $225 for a five-class series

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Achieve your Ultimate Expression

Activate your body, mind and spirit to reach new heights of authentic and intimate expression. This is more than a class — it's a journey into the art of presence, precision, and connection.

Merge Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Dimensions:

  • Merge Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Dimensions: Integrate every aspect of yourself for powerful expression.

  • Refine Body Line and Spiritual Awareness: Master movement and posture to command attention and create captivating visuals.

  • Harness Eye Contact and Connection: Learn to convey emotion and intention, leaving a lasting impact on your audience.

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  • PROCEDURES
    The initial Class Procedures are as follows:

    • Pre-Class Preparation

    • Preparation (the "Prep")

    • Moving to Words

    • Characterization

    • Interplay

    • Technique

    • Elements of Movement

    • Freedom

    • Pantomime

    • Improvisation

    THE STUDY PROCESS
    The Study Process is a methodology for learning all areas of the American Mime medium...

    WHAT TO WEAR
    Black leotard and Black Dance Shoes OR tight-fitting black leggings and black long sleeve shirt

    WHAT TO BRING
    Notebook

The 2025 AMT Core Company in a connected pose.
A group of students practice movement in a studio space.

Class BUNDLES

Class Options and Pricing:
Choose one, two, or three class package.

CORE AMT

CLOWNING AND COMEDY

PHYSICAL STORYTELLING

Pricing:
$225 (Choose ONE series - 5 classes): Exploratory

$400 (Choose TWO series - 10 classes): Deepen Focus

$525 (Choose THREE series - 15 classes): Full Immersion

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