named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
American Mime Core Technique Class
Foundational training in the Curtis Method, focusing on acting through movement, presence, precision, and emotional authenticity through a five-class series
Comedy and Clowning Workshop
Hands-on instruction in physical comedy, clown routines, character development, and slapstick, taught at a professional artistic level
Physical Storytelling Workshop
Workshop teaching corporeal mime fundamentals based on Etienne Decroux and Marcel Marceau, emphasizing illusory exercises and physical narrative techniques
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Post-Performance Audience Engagement 1 activity
- Hosting public engagement and educational eventsHosts virtual and in-person events such as the AMT Talks! series led by Artistic Director Janet Carafa, designed to engage the public and deepen understanding of mime as a narrative and theatrical medium.
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Professional Theatrical Production 1 activity
- Producing and presenting original mime performancesProduces and hosts live performances featuring repertory works and original pieces by the American Mime Theatre Performance Company, including the production of new plays such as "Company of Man" and the company's first new play, which contributed to a 2024 BroadwayWorld nomination.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Providing mime education and training programsOffers structured mime instruction through the American Mime Core Technique classes, a 5-class weekly series, and specialized workshops in physical storytelling, comedy, and clowning. Instruction includes virtual offerings and is grounded in the Study Process, where students identify personal limitations and demonstrate progress through method-based work.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Advancing and preserving American mime as an art formOperates as a performance company and training school dedicated to preserving, evolving, and advancing the American Mime art form through performance, education, and transmission of techniques rooted in both American and European traditions. The organization has trained performers for over six decades and contributes to the artistic development of physical theatre in the U.S.
- Developing and delivering mime-based fitness programsCreated and offers two original mime-based fitness programs, E-Motion Aerobics and The Float Technique, which integrate movement principles from the American Mime Medium into fitness contexts.
- Managing artistic and operational functions of American Mime TheatreLeads artistic direction, studio operations, audiovisual production, marketing, and communications for the American Mime Theatre, ensuring the organization’s programs and performances are effectively produced and promoted.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$110K
Contributions & grants$3820%
Program service revenue$18K16%
Investment income$91K83%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$462K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$112K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$4.38M
Cash$26K
Investments$1.83M
Liabilities$12K
Net assets$4.37M
Liquid reserves48.2 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -23.1%
relationships · 34
Who they work with
- AMT Theater Partner — Venue where the organization presented the play "Company of Man," associated with a 2024 BroadwayWorld nomination.
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts Partner — Paul J. Curtis was Chairman of the Mime Department at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC from 1972 to 1974.
- American Conservatory Theater Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with the American Conservatory Theater.
- American Mime Theatre Network — Organization is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit entity based in New York, NY.
- Austin College Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with Austin College.
- Bennington College Partner — Paul J. Curtis served as Mime Instructor at Bennington College in Vermont from 1969 to 1989.
- Circle in the Square Theater School Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with the Circle in the Square Theater School.
- Cornell University Partner — Paul J. Curtis served as Senior Lecturer at Cornell University from 1956 to 1971.
- D'Youville College Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with D'Youville College.
- Fairleigh Dickinson University Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with Fairleigh Dickinson University.
- Gene Frankel Theater Workshop Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with the Gene Frankel Theater Workshop.
- Goodman School of Drama Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with the Goodman School of Drama.
- Guggenheim Museum Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with the Guggenheim Museum.
- Hunter College Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with Hunter College.
- Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival.
- Johns Hopkins University Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with Johns Hopkins University.
- Lincoln School Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with the Lincoln School.
- Marcel Marceau Government — Janet Carafa studied mime with Marcel Marceau in Paris, indicating a pedagogical lineage.
- Marcel Marceau Partner — Faculty member studied with Marcel Marceau, integrating European mime traditions into instruction.
- Marcel Marceau Partner — Studied with Marcel Marceau in Paris, incorporating European mime traditions into American Mime practice.
- Metropolitan Opera Ballet School Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with the Metropolitan Opera Ballet School.
- New School for Social Research Partner — Paul J. Curtis studied at and was later affiliated with the New School for Social Research.
- Ohio University Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with Ohio University.
- Pace University Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with Pace University.
- Paul J. Curtis Partner — Faculty member trained extensively with Paul J. Curtis and organization continues his legacy.
- Paul J. Curtis Partner — Founder and creator of the American Mime Medium and the American Mime Theatre.
- Paul J. Curtis Partner — Founder whose process and procedure guide the organization's training methodology.
- Paul J. Curtis Partner — Trained extensively with Paul J. Curtis, founder of American Mime Theatre, in New York.
- Rutgers University Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with Rutgers University.
- Sarah Lawrence College Partner — Paul J. Curtis was affiliated with Sarah Lawrence College.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Corporeal Mime and Movement-Based Storytellingmethodology: corporeal_mimeBy training performers in foundational corporeal mime techniques and applied improvisation, the organization develops physical storytelling that conveys emotional truth and human connection, because precise, intentional movement enables authentic narrative expression.
- Curtis Method of Actor Trainingmethodology: curtis-methodBy applying the Curtis Method—which emphasizes precision, motivation, and emotional connection in movement—the organization develops actors capable of authentic, expressive physical performance, because structured technique grounded in intentionality produces more compelling storytelling.
- Integrated Physical and Emotional Training for Artistic Expressionmethodology: holistic_performer_integrationBy combining mime with yoga and emphasizing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual integration, the organization fosters holistic well-being and deeper artistic expression, because alignment across these dimensions unlocks performers' creative potential.
- Pedagogical Process for Creative Explorationmethodology: Study ProcessBy guiding students to identify personal limitations, select methods to address them, and demonstrate results, the organization combines self-directed learning with artistic practice, because experiential problem-solving deepens engagement and practical mastery.