More than ever in the world, it’s a good time to be quiet and listen and look for ways to communicate without words,” said ...

What stands out in a mime act is exaggerated movements paced down for easier understanding,” says Ram Holagundi, the director and founder of Nishumbita. The neutral make-up aids this animated look.

Mime is the art of demonstrating an action with an object that doesn’t exist. It’s a very disciplined and precise act. The actor must pay real attention to detail for it to be effective.