Season 4
10 episodes · Apr 5, 2017
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- S4E1
The Star Dramatists of Kabuki History
Apr 5, 201728mExplore 400 years of kabuki history through plays of different eras. Actor Nakamura Kazutaro introduces famous writers from each period.
- S4E2
Imoseyama Onna Teikin (Husband and Wife Mountains)
May 3, 201728mExplore the Japanese "Romeo and Juliet", Imoseyama Onna Teikin. Actor Nakamura Kazutaro introduces scenes from this deeply tragic romance.
- S4E3
Onnagata Props
Jun 7, 201728mExplore some of the props used by onnagata, kabuki actors who play female roles. A props expert joins actor Nakamura Kazutaro to explain how these items are made and how they're used in performance.
- S4E4
Tachiyaku Male Roles
Jul 5, 201728mKabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke is in the studio with Nakamura Kazutaro and explores some of the male tachiyaku roles of kabuki, including tragic heroes and battle scenes.
- S4E5
Powerful Aragoto Heroes
Sep 6, 201728mThe strong, manly aragoto style of kabuki acting and plays is our focus this week. Join kabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke and our guide Nakamura Kazutaro as they examine its history and try out some aragoto moves in the studio!
- S4E6
A Visit to the Kabukiza
Oct 4, 201728mKabukiza is the only theater dedicated to showing kabuki all year round. Explore unique stage machinery based on centuries-old ideas, the backstage, roof garden, and shop.
- S4E7
Kabuki Stage Sets
Nov 1, 201728mKabuki actor Nakamura Kazutaro explores the unique nature of kabuki stage sets, stage machinery, how these items are made, and the work done by stagehands during performances.
- S4E8
The Peerless Chikamatsu Monzaemon
Jan 3, 201828mThe universal plays of Chikamatsu Monzaemon were written 300 years ago yet are still used in movies and TV today. Kabuki actor Nakamura Kazutaro explores his genius.
- S4E9
Kabuki & Ukiyo-e
Feb 7, 201828mWhat's the link between ukiyo-e art and kabuki? Many famous prints are of kabuki actors and were sold to fans. They're key documentation of staging and costumes. Explore this fascinating relationship.
- S4E10
Japan's Historic Kabuki Theaters
Mar 7, 201828mSeveral old theater buildings around Japan give a feeling of what it was like to see kabuki in the Edo period. Experience these performances from up close.