Max Fomitchev
(Canada)
Max Fomitchev in the persona of Max-i-mime is considered to be one of
Canada's most expressive artists. He is an internationally recognized
mime artist who uses the classic mime techniques of flexibility and
strength, combined with physical comedy and expression. Fomitchev
transports his audience into a world of laughter and pathos using only
his body, his face and a few props.
Moscow-born Fomitchev earned his MFA in Drama, graduating at the top
of his class. After joining the famed Zakutok Theatre, Max toured the
world including throughout Russia as well as to Spain, Germany, Taiwan,
England, the United States, and Canada.
This performing troupe was invited to Deaf Way in Washington, DC in 1989
and the empowering experience changed Max forever. Two years later, he
defected from Russia to live in Vancouver. Since that time Fomitchev has
performed on stage, in numerous television commercials, in TV series and
in film including his performance in feature the film "Saving Silverman"
starring Jack Black. Fomitchev astounds audiences with his versatility
and keeps them in stitches with his physical comedy. From the most
sophisticated of audiences to those with children, Fomitchev dazzles
crowds with charm, talent and humour.
As part of Abilities Arts Festival 2005, Max was a featured performer at
the festival's evening gala at the Glenn Gould Studio. In addition Max
performed to a full-house of children and youth with disabilities at "In
Celebration of our Children and Youth - 2005".