Sans Parole
1977-present · Quebec / francophone world
Also known as Silent, Speechless, Sans Paroles
No words — only onomatopoeia, gromelot, and sounds. Full physical storytelling.
Known for
- Named for absence of speech — gromelot (pseudo-language), breath, cries, and sound effects allowed.
- Francophone parallel to mime, but with vocalization — halfway between silent film and clown.
- A stricter variant 'silencieuse' forbids all sound including body noises.
- Rewards clarity of physical offer over jokes.
Connected to
Forms
match impro
Games
Concepts
physicality