pantomimes

Theatre, he besought liberty to exhibit and perform "all such entertainments of music and action as were commonly called pantomimes and ballets, together with operatic or musical pieces, accompanied with dialogue in the ordinary mode of dramatic representations," subject, at all times, to the control and restraint of the Lord

A Book of the Play Studies and Illustrations of Histrionic Story, Life, and Character Dutton Cook 1856

The enlightened Lesbonax of Mytilene called pantomimes

Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 02 of Samosata Lucian 1894

Another set of players were called pantomimes: these were, at least, so far preferable to the former, that they gave no offence to the ears.

The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 05 Miscellaneous Pieces Samuel Johnson 1746

During Christmas throughout the UK and Ireland a trip to the "pantos" -- the stage shows knows as pantomimes, whose history goes back to the medieval mystery plays and Commedia dell'Arte with an added fillip of British music hall -- is as much of holiday tradition as trimming trees, eating fruitcake and exchanging presents.

Firedoglake 2008

After an entertainment prepared for them, the Padoucas sung the songs, and danced the dances of peace; a kind of pantomimes, representing the innocent pleasures of peace.

History of Louisisana Or of the Western Parts of Virginia and Carolina: Containing -1775 Le Page du Pratz

Now, an international team has captured orangutans on camera performing "pantomimes", in which they express their intentions and desires by acting them out, a finding which challenges the view these behaviours are exclusive to humans.

Zee News : India National 2010

According to Mets GM Omar Minaya, Mr. Met entered his office and used a series of pantomimes to indicate that his sleep disorder is caused by brighter stadium lights, uncomfortable temperatures, and Darryl Strawberry's snoring.

Lance Mannion: 2009

He has also created about 100 pantomimes, such as The Creation of the World.

Five People Born on March 22 | myFiveBest 2010

"Don't Carry It All" sounds like Weezer checked in for a weekend at the Neutral Milk Hotel, while "Down by the Water" pantomimes R.E.M. to startling effect.

Album reviews: The Decemberists -- "The King Is Dead," Iron & Wine -- "Kiss Each Other Clean," Tennis -- "Cape Dory" Chris Richards 2011

He worked as a comic busboy in Catskills resorts from age 13 and later worked in vaudeville and nightclubs, developing his trademark pantomimes, rapid-fire nonsense songs, and physical antics.

Five People Born on January 18 | myFiveBest 2010