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Between the years 1978—2006 Todd focused on the “ministry” of mime and wrote what was to become one of the standard texts for mime ministry world-wide. For those interested in the art of mime “The Mastery of Mimodrame” is where to start! For those interested in the ministry of arts “The Silent Prophet” is a great layman’s look into the scripture on the arts. For a more academic read, you might want to see Todd’s dissertation offered in PDF on another page herein, titled “A Healthy Model of the Arts. The Mastery of Mimodrame Series is available with Meriwether Publishers at http://www.meriwetherpublishing.com You can also Contact Todd direct. Otherwise the books are available through Amazon.com.
Trainng Videos The Mastery of Mimodrame 1-4, (4th is called Rhythm and Concepts), this series is foundational for mimes who are interested in the Classic Mimeistry style; which in turn is based on the theatrical style of Marcel Marceau. These booklets and videos formed the foundation of Mimeistry's famous apprenticeship program and college curriculm: which was hailed by Marcel Marceau as being excellent! This series is primarily concerned with the "techniques" of mime and has been used in secular universities and christian mimes alike! Biblical Studies of the Arts The Silent Prophet, Second ed., Mimeistry International: Pasadena, CA 1991. A basic Bible study of art in Scripture, an early writing but still valuable as a good introduction to the topic. Prophetic Gestures, 2nd ed., Mimeistry International: Pasadena, CA 1989. Written oringinally as a courespondance course on the arts in scripture and the church, this study takes a deeper look into the arts in scripture and evangelical churches. A Healthy Model of the Arts: Proquest Dissertations (online), 2006. This 250 page dissertation is Todd's PhD work, included in it is the full "Circle of the Arts" and a "healthy model of the arts" both of which are Todd's most original and perhaps important work. Written for the academy, but still reader friendly, the dissertation offers a deep look into the "ministry" and "worshipfulness" of the arts. A must for those who seriously contemplate the arts in ministry! DVD Quiet on the Set! Mimeistry: Pasadena, CA 1991. This 2 hour video is the best quality example of "classic Mimeistry" with a variety of white face and plain-face mimes; classics such as Kem Medema's Moses, Angels, Walls of Jericho, Carman's Third Heaven, Ray Boltz' Still Her Little Child and a excerpt from the the musical "David" as performed by Todd in Jerusalem's David's Citadel! A must have DVD for all interesting in this style of Mime. Other Materials available online! There are numerous other articles available through Reformed Worship magazine, the Encyclopedia of Christian Worship and more... watch this webpage for future links! Currently the easiest way to look is by googling "Todd Farley" or the magazine title! HOT OFF THE PRESS!!! Preformance in Preaching, Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2008:Todd has written a Chapter about Preaching and physicalization. Worship that Changes Lives, Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2008: Todd wrote a chapter on Drama, the Agogic Momement and Transformation, and also participated in a chapter on Dance. Reformed Worship Magazine (Advent Issue 2008); Todd has written an article on the analysis and creative performance of Scripture.
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