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Steven Wasson

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Steven Wasson is an American practitioner and teacher of corporeal mime, the movement-based performance method developed from Étienne Decroux's work. He trained in the Decroux technique in Paris and has performed and taught the form internationally. His practice emphasizes the expressive use of the body, controlled gesture, balance, and weight rather than spoken dialogue, making it relevant to actors, mime performers, and students of physical theatre.

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Who trained Steven Wasson in corporeal mime?

Steven Wasson trained in the Decroux technique in Paris. The technique comes from Étienne Decroux's systematic approach to movement-based acting.

What does Steven Wasson do?

Wasson performs and teaches corporeal mime internationally. His practice focuses on expressive body movement, control, and physical storytelling rather than spoken lines.

What is the Decroux technique that Steven Wasson teaches?

It is a form of corporeal mime developed from Étienne Decroux's work. The method treats the body as the main tool for creating character, rhythm, and dramatic action.

Is Steven Wasson associated with traditional silent mime only?

His work is rooted in silent, body-based performance, but corporeal mime is a structured acting technique rather than simple pantomime. His international teaching connects the Paris Decroux tradition with contemporary performers.