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TOKYO—What would the shogun say? At recent shows in this city’s venerable Kabuki theater, a venue on par with the Metropolitan Opera, pop music blared as the audience waved neon pink light ...
TOKYO — Eno Ichikawa, who revived the spectacular in Japanese Kabuki theater to woo younger and global audiences, has died. He was 83.Ichikawa died after suffering heart problems on… ...
Kabuki and Noh are evolving with the times. Here’s how to experience them. Artists are pushing boundaries in these centuries-old Japanese traditions—with innovative tech and popular manga.
ABC News’ Juju Chang alongside Broadway’s Don Darryl dives into the culture of Japan with a rare glimpse inside the world-renowned Kabuki theater, Kabukiza.
Find out about Kabuki syndrome, and discover what causes it and how Kabuki syndrome is diagnosed and treated.
In celebration of 100 years of English-language kabuki productions at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, The Maiden Benten and the Bandits of the White Waves takes center stage at Kennedy Theatre.
Theater & Dance Bringing Japan and its traditions to Signature’s ‘Pacific Overtures’ The creative team for Sondheim’s infrequently produced show includes experts on Japanese swordplay ...
FILE - Ichikawa Ennnosuke, director and actor of Japanese Kabuki traditional theater, is awarded the Paris city vermeil medal by a city hall official at the Chatelet Theater following a performance, ...
Kabuki, which features live music and dance on a revolving stage, originated in the 17th Century Edo era and is traditionally performed only by men.