KABUKI KOOL

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2015
2015x9
Wagoto: Ladies' Man as Hero
Episode overview
The heroes of wagoto style of kabuki aren't very strong or dependable. They are soft and romantic, and can also be comical at times. See Ichikawa Somegoro's delightful performance as a ladies' man.
2015x10
Charming Villains
Episode overview
The more attractive a villain is the more enjoyable kabuki becomes. From a murderous criminal to a scoundrel on the street, see the charming villains of kabuki take center stage.
2015x1
Nakamura Kazutaro: The Rising Star of Onnagata
Episode overview
Meet Nakamura Kazutaro -- our new host and the rising star of kabuki. Born into a famous kabuki family, watch how he became a kabuki actor himself, along with some beautiful performances.
2015x2
Four Seasons of Kabuki
Episode overview
Spring, summer, autumn, winter – Japan’s beautiful seasons are ingeniously portrayed on the kabuki stage with magnificent sets, props and superb acting.
2015x3
Onnagata Costumes
Episode overview
The magnificent costumes of kabuki's female roles add flair to the stage. And their colors and designs can even represent the character's social status or her inner feelings.
2015x4
Playing Different Onnagata Roles
Episode overview
How does a man play a woman's role? See the process of this metamorphosis, beginning with makeup, along with highlights of plays that portray women of all kinds of social stations and ages
2015x5
Women of the Pleasure Quarters
Episode overview
Many kabuki plays star beautiful courtesans – this time we feature the women of the pleasure quarters. Discover the glamorous allure which entangles both men and women.
2015x6
Sugawara and the Secrets of Calligraphy
Episode overview
This time, a special feature on Sugawara and the Secrets of Calligraphy! A huge hit with the public in the Edo period, its story and stagecraft still enthrall people today.
2015x7
Women In Love
Episode overview
We discover the stories of this traditional performing art which are all about women in love. Doomed romances, love triangles, and death stalk the stage.
2015x8
The Laughter of Kamigata Kabuki
Episode overview
This time on KABUKI KOOL, explore the laughter of Kamigata Kabuki. Discover how performing monkeys can add pathos to a touching scene, and the comic twists and turns taken by a lovesick hairdresser

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