Classical Noh Theatre of Japan, The

Synopsis: The slides illustrate the characteristics of Noh theatre, which has survived unchanged since the 14th century. They show the Noh as the first theatre to put into practice the principle of economy. They also show the historical and mythological origins of the Noh, the central role of dance, the different categories of Noh drama, and illustrate various Noh plays which are particularly helpful to the Westerener attempting to understand Noh theatre.
Series: Theatre in Focus, Series
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Multimedia; 50 slides. b&w & col.
Year of production: 1991
Availability: Sale
Documentation: Accompanying 116-page booklet is a study of Noh theatre with bibliography.
Uses: Students of theatre.,
Subjects: Drama
Keywords: Japan; Noh drama; theatre history

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