Kabuki Kool - Season 7 / Year 2019

Kabuki Kool - Season 7 / Year 2019

Season 7 / Year 2019

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DatesApr. 3, 2019 - Nov. 6, 2019
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Episodes

Kabuki in Kyoto and Minami-za
Year 2019Episode 128 min

Kabuki in Kyoto and Minami-za

Discover the many complex connections between kabuki and the historic capital of Kyoto. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the newly restored Minami-za theater and plays set in Kyoto.

Apr. 3, 2019
Bestsellers and Kabuki
Year 2019Episode 228 min

Bestsellers and Kabuki

Discover the historic and modern kabuki plays based on bestsellers! Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores two plays from the Edo period and one based on a modern manga series.

Mai 1, 2019
Kabuki at Eirakukan
Year 2019Episode 328 min

Kabuki at Eirakukan

Eirakukan is a historic theater in Hyogo Prefecture. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains how traditional seating and a small capacity create an extraordinary and intimate atmosphere.

Juni 5, 2019
Sumo Wrestlers are the Heroes!
Year 2019Episode 428 min

Sumo Wrestlers are the Heroes!

Today's play features two sumo wrestlers as protagonists! Kabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke talks about sumo in the Edo period and the story of "Futatsu Chocho Kuruwa Nikki."

Juli 3, 2019
The Super Thief Ishikawa Goemon
Year 2019Episode 528 min

The Super Thief Ishikawa Goemon

Ishikawa Goemon is a legendary thief from the late 16th century who appears in several kabuki plays. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores what makes this figure so popular.

Sept. 4, 2019
Kabuki Villains
Year 2019Episode 628 min

Kabuki Villains

Every hero needs a good villain, and kabuki has everything from ambitious schemers to vile seducers, and even the odd comic villain. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the roles' appeal.

Okt. 2, 2019
Kabuki Costumes
Year 2019Episode 728 min

Kabuki Costumes

Pattern, color, design, and tradition all play a role in creating kabuki characters. Expert Takahiro Ebisawa joins actor Kataoka Ainosuke to explore the fascinating world of costuming.

Nov. 6, 2019

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