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Kabuki: Form and Aesthetics
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Stage mechanisms (Keren)
Special effects used in Kabuki to astonish the audience, like trapdoors and flying rigs.
Rotating stage (Mawari-butai)
A stage mechanism that allows for quick and seamless scene changes while adding dramatic effect.
Audience interaction (Kakegoe)
Shouts of encouragement or praise from the audience, often directed at the actors.
Mie
A striking pose and facial expression used by Kabuki actors to highlight a moment of tension or emotion.
Kabuki costuming (Ishō)
Extravagant and detailed costumes that convey the status, gender, and personality of the character.
Kabuki Music (Gidayū)
The musical accompaniment in Kabuki, involving instruments such as shamisen, and narrative singing.
Hanamichi
A long walkway extending from the stage through the audience, allowing for impactful entrances and exits.
Narration (Tayū)
The role of a stage storyteller who narrates the story, explains character motivations, and sets the scene.
Onnagata
Male actors who specialize in playing female roles in Kabuki theater.
Kabuki Makeup (Kumadori)
The stylized makeup used to portray characters and emotional states; color coded to represent traits and moods.
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