Kabuki – Japanese Drama
Kabuki is a 400 year old traditional Japanese art form. It is considered classical theater but watching Kabuki is rarely a staid affair. Originally created by women, since 1629 men have played all of the major roles in a Kabuki drama. They wear elaborate makeup and costumes and utilize skills taught to them by their fathers and Grandfathers. One of the most recognizable parts of a Kabuki play is the mie, where an actor gyrates his head abruptly, stops completely, and faces the audience, freezing in position for just a moment. At this point the audience will cheer and …read more
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