ARTH 215 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Sarugaku, Zeami Motokiyo, Noh
16 Aug 2016
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Noh: musicals (mainly tragic stories) in which the leading protagonists wear masks masks used for various acts in different plays. All the performers must go through very limited ways of expressing themselves. About achieving maximum effect with minimal stylized actions. Kyogen: a comedy skit performed between noh acts (but can also be enjoyed on its own) performers often laugh during these skits. Kabuki: a popular drama in which all the characters wear heavy makeup (no masks worn ever) Noh: a popular entertainent among the samurai (warrior) class. Noh comprises mainly of the dance of a protagonist called shite accompained by a noh chorus and noh musicians. The story of noh is told through dialogue, utai (singing), hayashi (musical accompaniment) and dance. Considered a musical from the 14th century. Noh singing is very slow and low pitched often people fall asleep during the performance can be very boring.
