What is a pantomime? Iain Lauchlan explains all?

A pantomime is when people use their faces and bodies to tell a story without talking, like acting out a play using only movements and expressions.

Imagine you're playing with your toys, and instead of saying "I’m the biggest dinosaur," you just stomp around and roar loudly. That’s pantomime!

Think about your favorite cartoon, but it's not on TV. It’s right in front of you! The characters don’t speak, but they move like they’re talking. One person might pretend to be a superhero by standing tall and raising their arms high, while another person might act like a robot by moving slowly and stiffly.

In a pantomime, there’s no need for words, just big actions and silly faces. It's like when you play "charades" with your friends at home. You pick a word or a scene, then use your body to show what it is. Sometimes, it’s funny because the person acting makes a silly face or does an exaggerated movement.

So next time you see someone moving like they're telling a story without speaking, that's pantomime!