Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This video deconstructs the codified gestures and facial expressions used to communicate the stories that are enacted on stage to the audience. For the actors to achieve this effectively, they must go through a rigorous regimen of physical exercises that are specific to each part of their bodies. Then they are taken through the paces of learning all the "mudras" or hand gestures, facial expressions and how to piece together complete sentences and situations in their communication, using these skills and without uttering a single word.
This video deconstructs the codified gestures and facial expressions used to communicate the stories that are enacted on stage to the audience. For the actors to achieve this effectively, they must go through a rigorous regimen of physical exercises that are specific to each part of their bodies. Then they are taken through the paces of learning all the "mudras" or hand gestures, facial expressions and how to piece together complete sentences and situations in their communication, using these skills and without uttering a single word.
