The Kabuki Theatre of Japan

By A.C. Scott

Book Overview

One of the most comprehensive handbooks available on Kabuki theatre. Text describes the theater's development in the context of Japanese history, with detailed analyses of actors' techniques, music and dance, plays and playwrights, the playhouse's design evolution, and six representative Kabuki plays. Includes glossary of Japanese terms. "Highly recommended." - Library Journal.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B00398TNV2
• ISBN13: 9780486406459
• Release Date: January 2012
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.4" x 8.5"