FAQ About Marcel Marceau
When did Marcel Marceau begin performing as a mime?
Marcel Marceau began performing as a mime professionally in 1947 when he created his character Bip the Clown. However, he had been interested in the art form from a young age. After World War II, he honed his skills at the Charles Dullin School of Dramatic Art in Paris, under the mentorship of Etienne Decroux, a master of French mime.
