KABUKI KOOL (2014)
Kabuki is a world-class theater with a history of over 400 years, but is also exciting entertainment. What is the secret of its enduring attraction? Haruka Christine, Nakamura Kazutaro, and Ichikawa Somegoro guide us through the world of kabuki.
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Episodes
- 1 1. Enjoying Kabuki with Ichikawa Somegoro VII2014-04-16 · 28mIn the first program, we will watch entertaining short clips from great classics of kabuki as an easy key to enjoying the dazzling variety of kabuki. Also, Somegoro will explain wh
- 2 2. The Beauty of Onnagata2014-05-21 · 28mThis time we will look at one of the truly unique features of kabuki. There are no female actresses in kabuki and all female roles are played by male actors called "onnagata." Wher
- 3 3. Unique Kabuki Stage Structures2014-06-18 · 28mThis time we're looking at the unique stage devices used in kabuki performance -- amazing, ground-breaking mechanisms that have been used for over 250 years.
- 4 4. Larger-Than-Life Heroes2014-07-16 · 28mHeroes with superhuman powers take the stage in aragoto plays which have stayed popular for over 300 years. Learn about its unique make-up and mie poses that gets the audience exci
- 5 5. Kabuki's Leading Male Roles2014-09-17 · 28mKabuki's leading male roles. There are so many different types, and even villains take the lead! But all of them are irresistibly attractive. Learn about their lives and tragic fat
- 6 6. Chushingura: The Treasury of Loyal Retainers2014-10-15 · 28mChushingura is a particularly important kabuki play, and has been hugely popular since its premiere over 200 years ago. Find out why, and the history behind this dramatic story abo
- 7 7. The Shakespeare of Japan: Chikamatsu Monzaemon2014-11-19 · 28mExplore the world of Chikamatsu Monzaemon, one of Japan's greatest playwrights. His vivid depictions of raw human drama are still hugely popular today. He is nicknamed the "Japanes
- 8 8. Unique Kabuki Props2014-12-17 · 28mSwords and pipes, fantastic objects and things from daily life — kabuki uses a variety of stage props, most of which have not changed since hundreds of years ago. Find out how kabu
- 9 9. Wagoto: Ladies' Man as Hero2015-01-21 · 28mThe heroes of wagoto style of kabuki aren't very strong or dependable. They are soft and romantic, and can also be comical at times. See Ichikawa Somegoro's delightful performance
- 10 10. Charming Villains2015-02-18 · 28mThe more attractive a villain is the more enjoyable kabuki becomes. From a murderous criminal to a scoundrel on the street, see the charming villains of kabuki take center stage.
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