Kabuki is a unique and important part of traditional Japanese theater. The style of Kabuki plays is unlike any other in the world. For instance, Kabuki has special makeup, and Kabuki is acted by men only. Kabuki has a long and rich history of about 400 years and it has maintained its traditions. Recently, young Japanese people have become less interested in traditional Kabuki so a modern form was born - Super Kabuki and Cinema Kabuki. This presentation will explain what Kabuki is, will talk about its history, as well as explain what modern Kabuki is.
Kabuki is a unique and important part of traditional Japanese theater. The style of Kabuki plays is unlike any other in the world. For instance, Kabuki has special makeup, and Kabuki is acted by men only. Kabuki has a long and rich history of about 400 years and it has maintained its traditions. Recently, young Japanese people have become less interested in traditional Kabuki so a modern form was born - Super Kabuki and Cinema Kabuki. This presentation will explain what Kabuki is, will talk about its history, as well as explain what modern Kabuki is.