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Zeami: Performance Notes (Translations from the Asian Classics),New
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Zeami (13631443), Japan's most celebrated actor and playwright, composed more than thirty of the finest plays of no drama. He also wrote a variety of texts on theater and performance that have, until now, been only partially available in English.Zeami: Performance Notes presents the full range of Zeami's critical thought on this subject, which focused on the aesthetic values of no and its antecedents, the techniques of playwriting, the place of allusion, the training of actors, the importance of patronage, and the relationship between performance and broader intellectual and critical concerns. Spanning over four decades, the texts reflect the essence of Zeami's instruction under his famous father, the actor Kannami, and the value of his long and challenging career in medieval Japanese theater.Tom Hare, who has conducted extensive studies of no academically and on stage, begins with a comprehensive introduction that discusses Zeami's critical importance in Japanese culture. He then incorporates essays on the performance of no in medieval Japan and the remarkable story of the transmission and reproduction of Zeami's manuscripts over the past six centuries. His eloquent translation is fully annotated and includes Zeami's diverse and exquisite anthology of dramatic songs, Five Sorts of Singing, presented both in English and in the original Japanese.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Zeami: Performance Notes'? A: 'Zeami: Performance Notes' centers on Zeami's critical thoughts on no drama, covering aspects like aesthetic values, playwriting techniques, actor training, and the relationship between performance and intellectual concerns.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Zeami Motoyiko, who was a prominent actor and playwright in medieval Japan.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Zeami: Performance Notes' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Zeami: Performance Notes'? A: 'Zeami: Performance Notes' contains a total of 528 pages.
- Q: When was 'Zeami: Performance Notes' published? A: The book was published on April 14, 2008.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in no drama? A: Yes, this book is suitable for both beginners and those with advanced knowledge of no drama, as it provides a comprehensive introduction and annotated translation.
- Q: What unique features does this book include? A: 'Zeami: Performance Notes' includes annotations and a diverse anthology of dramatic songs, 'Five Sorts of Singing', presented in both English and the original Japanese.
- Q: What is the significance of Zeami in Japanese culture? A: Zeami is significant in Japanese culture as he is considered the most celebrated figure in no drama, influencing theater and performance arts for centuries.
- Q: Are there any essays included in this book? A: Yes, the book incorporates essays on the performance of no in medieval Japan and the transmission of Zeami's manuscripts over six centuries.
- Q: What edition is 'Zeami: Performance Notes'? A: This book is an annotated edition, providing additional context and insights into Zeami's works.