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Kabuki is a traditional form of Japanese theatre. Kabuki theatre is recognizable for the stylization of its drama and for the elaborate make-up worn by its performers. Kabuki performances are often performed as full day programmes.
Popularity
Resident Kabuki troupes are restricted almost entirely to Japan, although they do make regular tours of Western countries, including the UK.
Location
The stage on which Kabuki theatre is performed is typified by a walkway projection which extends into the audience and novel innovations such as a revolving stage or platform and trap doors, via which sudden dramatic entrances and exits can be made.
Description
Performances of Kabuki are far less formal than other traditional forms of Japanese theatre such as Noh. Kabuki Concentrates on the individual skills of the actors, rather than the plot, themes are often comic and very silly. Scenery changes are sometimes made mid-scene, removing props and backdrops by stage-hands considered invisible, These stage hands also assist in a variety of quick costume changes, which are accomplished by having costumes layered one over another.
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Related Activities
Noh 444.
Level of Demand
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