6.1K views · 94 reactions | Why is pantomime utilized in ballet? . In story ballets such as, Cinderella or The Nutcracker, dancers must rely on pantomime in addition to classical ballet to tell the story! Acting and Pantomime are essential to the art of classical ballet! . . . #BalletWest #BalletWestGlossary #BalletEducation #TutuTuesday | Ballet West | Facebook

What is pantomime? To the ballet world, it is how dancers convey a ballet's story through thoughtful gestures and facial expressions. Just as ballet technique has evolved over time, pantomime has evolved too -- typically becoming a bit more subtle in an effort to resonate with a more modern audience. Today, Artistic Director Angel Corella, with the help of Principal Dancers Arian Molina Soca and Lillian Di Piazza, would like to share a few of the movements you can expect to see during our upcomi