In the movie “Kokuho,” a three-hour epic spanning half a century in the life of a fictional kabuki actor, we see the traditional art form slowly retreat from Japanese popular culture. What was once a ...
Renowned South African choreographer, academic researcher, and theatre-maker jackï job is set to unveil a captivating exploration of artistic engagement through her latest collaboration, 1–2–3 As One: ...
In the uncertain realm between life and death dwell mystical creatures — tengu demons, yōkai folklore monsters and spirits of the dead. It’s these shadows that choreographer and director Kaiji ...
“His name is Nuppeppo. Japanese monster,” the man sitting next to us said, grimacing and holding up his fingers like claws. He was wearing a headband that made it look like an axe was buried in his ...
Lee Sang-il's Toho release may intimidate with its running time, but Ryo Yoshizawa and Ryusei Yokohama anchor a kabuki epic with moving performances. As with seemingly every movie these days, ...
The directors, two generations of Japanese filmmaking excellence, delivered a wide-ranging, humorous discussion on their approach and each other. By Gavin J Blair Two generational talents of Japanese ...
Two generational talents of Japanese cinema shared the stage to discuss each other’s work at Tokyo International Film Festival, where each has been celebrated with an award. Yōji Yamada, 91, has more ...
As part of Variety’s Screening Series, “Kokuho” production designer Yohei Taneda and producer Chieko Murata joined Variety’s co-editor-in-chief Cynthia Littleton for a candid conversation about the ...
Kabuki is known for its incredible blend of drama (mime) and dance. It is a theatre style of Japan that is greatly known for the exquisite performances and focus placed on well-designed costumes and ...
Rising kabuki star Ichikawa Danko, a member of a prestigious family, has expressed his long-standing admiration for BTS's V. Danko, who first mentioned his fondness for V back in 2020, continues to ...
Kabuki Warriors are back. Asuka and Kairi Sane will compete for the Women’s Tag Team Championship at Evolution 2025. This announcement was made by General Manager Adam Pearce. Sane defeated Roxanne ...
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