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Kabuki

by Zoë Kincaid

Level C1 · AdvancedHistorical34 chapters
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CEFR level
C1
Length
34 chapters
Format
The complete book

About this book

About this book

Dive into the vibrant world of Kabuki, where Japan’s popular theatre brings history, legend, and drama to life with stunning artistry and centuries-old traditions performed by masterful actors. Explore the rich culture and theatrical innovations that unite a nation.

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Contents

34 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02ILLUSTRATIONS
03INTRODUCTION
04CHAPTER I KABUKI
05CHAPTER II KABUKI AUDIENCES
06CHAPTER III CONVENTIONS OF KABUKI
07CHAPTER IV CRAFTSMANSHIP OF KABUKI
08CHAPTER V KABUKI’S SCHOOL OF ACTING
09CHAPTER VI ACTOR CEREMONIALS
10CHAPTER VII O-KUNI OF IZUMO
11CHAPTER VIII ONNA KABUKI: THE WOMAN’S STAGE
12CHAPTER IX WAKASHU KABUKI: THE YOUNG MEN’S STAGE

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