11/19/2025
Today, Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg welcomed third and fourth grade students from across Greenbrier County for two lively performances of "The Pantomime Man" with Dan Kamin, part of the ongoing Spotlight on Schools series.
Nine elementary schools—Alderson, Crichton, Frankford, Lewisburg, Rainelle, Ronceverte, Rupert, Smoot, and White Sulphur Springs—attended the shows!
Dan Kamin’s performance transformed the stage into a playful, interactive space where students became part of the show. Through pantomime, illusion, and imaginative movement, Kamin demonstrated how live theatre thrives on audience participation. Children blew him off the stage, beat him in tug-of-war with invisible ropes, and became the “soundtrack” of the performance—learning that theatre is a conversation, not just a presentation.
By guiding students through pantomime techniques and inviting them to observe closely, Kamin helped them discover the rhythm of theatrical give-and-take and the joy of pretending—something they already do so well.
Carnegie Hall’s Spotlight on Schools series introduces a new performance medium each year, offering students unique opportunities to experience the power of live performance. The program brings inspiring artists, musicians, and performers to southeastern West Virginia, expanding students’ understanding of the world beyond their classrooms.
