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Masterpieces Of Kabuki: Eighteen Plays On Stage (Kabuki Plays On Stage)
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Masterpieces Of Kabuki Contains Eighteen Outstanding Dramas Taken From The Landmark Fourvolume Series Kabuki Plays On Stage. Together They Cover The Entire Spectrum Of Kabuki Drama From 1697 To 1905, The Period During Which Kabukis Dramaturgy Flourished Prior To The Onset Of Western Dramatic Influence. Major Playwrights, Chronological Periods Of Playwriting, And A Variety Of Play Types (History, Domestic, And Dance Dramas) And Performance Styles Are Represented. All But One Are In The Current Repertory And Regularly Staged. The Volume Includes Introductions To Each Play And A New General Introduction Highlighting Kabukis Historical Development And Relating The Plays To Their Performance Context.As The Subtitle Implies, The Plays Are Translated As If On Stage. Stage Directions Indicate Major Scenic Effects, Stage Action, Costuming, Makeup, Music, And Sound Effects. In Some Cases, Complex Stage Actions Such As Stage Fights Are Given In Detail. The Plays Collected Here Are All Marvelous Examples Of Dramatic Writing, Intended To Be Acted On The Stage Before Audiences. They Reveal Kabukis Eras Of Brilliance And Bravado, Villainy And Vengeance, Darkness And Desire, And Restoration And Reform. All Continue To Stir Audiences To Admiration And Excitement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Masterpieces of Kabuki: Eighteen Plays on Stage'? A: The book focuses on eighteen significant kabuki dramas, showcasing the full range of kabuki's history from 1697 to 1905, highlighting major playwrights, play types, and performance styles.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Masterpieces of Kabuki: Eighteen Plays on Stage' is James R. Brandon.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: This is a paperback edition of a used book in good condition, encompassing a collection of translated kabuki plays.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: When was 'Masterpieces of Kabuki' published? A: The book was published on April 30, 2004.
- Q: Are the plays in this book suitable for performance? A: Yes, all the plays included are in the current repertory and are regularly staged, making them suitable for performance.
- Q: What additional content does the book provide? A: The book includes introductions to each play, as well as a general introduction discussing kabuki's historical development and performance context.
- Q: What is the significance of the stage directions in this book? A: The stage directions are detailed, indicating scenic effects, actions, costuming, and other elements, allowing readers to understand how the plays are performed.
- Q: Is there a variety of play types represented in this collection? A: Yes, the collection features a variety of play types, including history, domestic, and dance dramas.
- Q: What makes these kabuki plays noteworthy? A: These plays are notable for their dramatic writing and representation of kabuki's eras of brilliance, capturing themes of villainy, desire, and reform.