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both entertaining and mesmerizing.
Theater Arts is one of the standard traditions of the people in Asia. - Soon other troops began performing in the same style, and Kabuki made history
It mirrors or reflects life. It conveys clarity of story, order, and wonder, which is as Japan's first dramatic performance. By relying on makeup, or Keshou, facial
rarely found in ordinary life. Asian countries are rich in music. Genres vary from expressions and focusing on historical events rather than folk tales, Kabuki set
one country to another. This indicates the actors and actresses ignite itself apart from the upper-class dance theater form known as Noh.
communication through musical theater. - At first, the dance was practiced only by females referred to as Onna-kabuki.
KABUKI They performed not only to showcase their singing and dancing abilities but also to
- Kabuki is a form of classical theater performance that may not be understood by advertise their bodies to potential clients. A ban by the conservative Tokugawa
the West but has evolved over 400 years to maintain influence and popularity. shogunate in 1629 led to the emergence of Wakashu-Kabuki with young boys as
Kabuki is derived from the Japanese verb 'Kabuku' which means out of the actors.
ordinary or bizarre. - But when this was also banned for similar reasons, that led to Yaro-Kabuki
- Its history began in early 17th century Kyoto, where a shrine maiden named performed by men. Kabuki became closely associated with and influenced by
Izumo no Okuni would use the city's dry Kamo Riverbed as a stage to perform Bunraku, an elaborate form of puppet theater. Due to these influences, the
unusual dances for passersby who found her daring parodies of Buddhist prayers once spontaneous, one-act dance evolved into a structured, five-act play often
both entertaining and mesmerizing. based on the tenets of Confucian philosophy.
- Soon other troops began performing in the same style, and Kabuki made history PEKING OPERA
as Japan's first dramatic performance. By relying on makeup, or Keshou, facial - Peking Opera is a classic form of Chinese performance that combines the music
expressions and focusing on historical events rather than folk tales, Kabuki set of Chinese instruments, singing, miming, dancing, and history. It arose in the late
itself apart from the upper-class dance theater form known as Noh. 18th century and by the 19th century the art form was popular throughout the
- At first, the dance was practiced only by females referred to as Onna-kabuki. country. Today, it is regarded as one of China's cultural treasures.
They performed not only to showcase their singing and dancing abilities but also to - There are four main characters or major roles in Peking Opera: Sheng (men),
advertise their bodies to potential clients. A ban by the conservative Tokugawa Dan (women), Jing (painted face), and Chou
shogunate in 1629 led to the emergence of Wakashu-Kabuki with young boys as 654 (ugly/ clown face). Each character has a different age, gender, and social
actors. status.
- But when this was also banned for similar reasons, that led to Yaro-Kabuki
performed by men. Kabuki became closely associated with and influenced by ASIAN THEATERS (JAPAN, CHINA, INDONESIA)
Bunraku, an elaborate form of puppet theater. Due to these influences, the
once spontaneous, one-act dance evolved into a structured, five-act play often Theater Arts is one of the standard traditions of the people in Asia.
based on the tenets of Confucian philosophy. It mirrors or reflects life. It conveys clarity of story, order, and wonder, which is
rarely found in ordinary life. Asian countries are rich in music. Genres vary from
PEKING OPERA one country to another. This indicates the actors and actresses ignite
- Peking Opera is a classic form of Chinese performance that combines the music communicating through musical theater.
of Chinese instruments, singing, miming, dancing, and history. It arose in the late
18th century and by the 19th century the art form was popular throughout the KABUKI
country. Today, it is regarded as one of China's cultural treasures. - Kabuki is a form of classical theater performance that may not be understood by
- There are four main characters or major roles in Peking Opera: Sheng (men), the West but has evolved over 400 years to maintain influence and popularity.
Dan (women), Jing (painted face), and Chou Kabuki is derived from the Japanese verb 'Kabuku' which means out of the
654 (ugly/ clown face). Each character has a different age, gender, and social ordinary or bizarre.
status. - Its history began in early 17th century Kyoto, where a shrine maiden named
Izumo no Okuni would use the city's dry Kamo Riverbed as a stage to perform
ASIAN THEATERS (JAPAN, CHINA, INDONESIA) unusual dances for passersby who found her daring parodies of Buddhist prayers
both entertaining and mesmerizing.
Theater Arts is one of the standard traditions of the people in Asia. - Soon other troops began performing in the same style, and Kabuki made history
It mirrors or reflects life. It conveys clarity of story, order, and wonder, which is as Japan's first dramatic performance. By relying on makeup, or Keshou, facial
rarely found in ordinary life. Asian countries are rich in music. Genres vary from expressions and focusing on historical events rather than folk tales, Kabuki set
one country to another. This indicates the actors and actresses ignite itself apart from the upper-class dance theater form known as Noh.
communicating through musical theater. - At first, the dance was practiced only by females referred to as Onna-kabuki.
KABUKI They performed not only to showcase their singing and dancing abilities but also to
- Kabuki is a form of classical theater performance that may not be understood by advertise their bodies to potential clients. A ban by the conservative Tokugawa
the West but has evolved over 400 years to maintain influence and popularity. shogunate in 1629 led to the emergence of Wakashu-Kabuki with young boys as
Kabuki is derived from the Japanese verb 'Kabuku' which means out of the actors.
ordinary or bizarre. - But when this was also banned for similar reasons, that led to Yaro-Kabuki
- Its history began in early 17th century Kyoto, where a shrine maiden named performed by men. Kabuki became closely associated with and influenced by
Izumo no Okuni would use the city's dry Kamo Riverbed as a stage to perform Bunraku, an elaborate form of puppet theater. Due to these influences, the
unusual dances for passersby who found her daring parodies of Buddhist prayers once spontaneous, one-act dance evolved into a structured, five-act play often
both entertaining and mesmerizing. based on the tenets of Confucian philosophy.
- Soon other troops began performing in the same style, and Kabuki made history PEKING OPERA
as Japan's first dramatic performance. By relying on makeup, or Keshou, facial - Peking Opera is a classic form of Chinese performance that combines the music
expressions and focusing on historical events rather than folk tales, Kabuki set of Chinese instruments, singing, miming, dancing, and history. It arose in the late
itself apart from the upper-class dance theater form known as Noh. 18th century and by the 19th century the art form was popular throughout the
- At first, the dance was practiced only by females referred to as Onna-kabuki. country. Today, it is regarded as one of China's cultural treasures.
They performed not only to showcase their singing and dancing abilities but also to - It is also known as Beijing Opera, and is an essential cultural tradition in China.
advertise their bodies to potential clients. A ban by the conservative Tokugawa - There are four main characters or major roles in Peking Opera: Sheng (men),
shogunate in 1629 led to the emergence of Wakashu-Kabuki with young boys as Dan (women), Jing (painted face), and Chou
actors. 654 (ugly/ clown face). Each character has a different age, gender, and social
- But when this was also banned for similar reasons, that led to Yaro-Kabuki status.
performed by men. Kabuki became closely associated with and influenced by - The masks in the Peking Opera represent the different characteristics of the
Bunraku, an elaborate form of puppet theater. Due to these influences, the personas:
once spontaneous, one-act dance evolved into a structured, five-act play often *Red mask is traditionally a positive color in Chinese culture, which signifies
based on the tenets of Confucian philosophy. prosperity, intelligence, and bravery.
PEKING OPERA *Purple masks suggest justice and sophistication.
- Peking Opera is a classic form of Chinese performance that combines the music *The black mask is considered neutral.
of Chinese instruments, singing, miming, dancing, and history. It arose in the late *In contrast, the green and yellow masks represent bad characteristics. The green
18th century and by the 19th century the art form was popular throughout the mask implies violence, and the yellow mask is cruelty.
country. Today, it is regarded as one of China's cultural treasures. *The white mask stands for evil.
- It is also known as Beijing Opera, and is an essential cultural tradition in China. WAYANG KULIT
- There are four main characters or major roles in Peking Opera: Sheng (men), - Wayang Kulit in Central Java is one of the oldest continuous traditions of
Dan (women), Jing (painted face), and Chou (ugly/ clown face). Each character storytelling in the world which includes the use of puppet materials and
has a different age, gender, and social status. background musical accompaniment to make it interesting to the audience.
ASIAN THEATERS (JAPAN, CHINA, INDONESIA) - Performances of shadow puppet theaters are accompanied by a gamelan
Theater Arts is one of the standard traditions of the people in Asia. orchestra in Java.
It mirrors or reflects life. It conveys clarity of story, order, and wonder, which is - It was given recognition as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of
rarely found in ordinary life. Asian countries are rich in music. Genres vary from Humanity on Nov. 7, 2003, by UNESCO and required Indonesians to preserve
one country to another. This indicates the actors and actresses ignite their heritage.
communicating through musical theater. - The stories are usually drawn from the Hindu epics: Ramayana, Mahabharata,
and Serat Manak (Amir Hamza)
KABUKI - Wayang Kulit performance consists of shadows cast on a cotton screen and an oil
- Kabuki is a form of classical theater performance that may not be understood by lamp. A halogen electric light is often used as a light source.
the West but has evolved over 400 years to maintain influence and popularity.
Kabuki is derived from the Japanese verb 'Kabuku' which means out of the The Performance
ordinary or bizarre. - The audience is the most important person in a Wayang Kulit performance.
- Its history began in early 17th century Kyoto, where a shrine maiden named - The dalang is the puppeteer prepares all the materials used like the cloth and
Izumo no Okuni would use the city's dry Kamo Riverbed as a stage to perform light for the shadow.
- The puppet on the right side signifies the good character and on the left-hand *In contrast, the green and yellow masks represent bad characteristics. The green
side the bad. mask implies violence, and the yellow mask is cruelty.
- The open space between them about two meters wide represents the stage. *The white mask stands for evil.
The Dalang WAYANG KULIT
- He is characterized by his being creative, humorous, and flexible. - Wayang Kulit in Central Java is one of the oldest continuous traditions of
- He manipulates the puppets, sings, and taps out signals to the orchestra. storytelling in the world which includes the use of puppet materials and
- He also speaks the parts of all the characters. background musical accompaniment to make it interesting to the audience.
- The use of voice interchangeably is the main ability of a dalang to give more life - Performances of shadow puppet theaters are accompanied by a gamelan
to a different character. orchestra in Java.
- It was given recognition as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of
Humanity on Nov. 7, 2003, by UNESCO and required Indonesians to preserve
- The masks in the Peking Opera represent the different characteristics of the their heritage.
personas: - The stories are usually drawn from the Hindu epics: Ramayana, Mahabharata,
*Red mask is traditionally a positive color in Chinese culture, which signifies and Serat Manak (Amir Hamza)
prosperity, intelligence, and bravery. - Wayang Kulit performance consists of shadows cast on a cotton screen and an oil
*Purple masks suggest justice and sophistication. lamp. A halogen electric light is often used as a light source.
*The black mask is considered neutral.
*In contrast, the green and yellow masks represent bad characteristics. The green The Performance
mask implies violence, and the yellow mask is cruelty. - The audience is the most important person in a Wayang Kulit performance.
*The white mask stands for evil. - The dalang is the puppeteer prepares all the materials used like the cloth and
light for the shadow.
WAYANG KULIT - The puppet on the right side signifies the good character and on the left-hand
- Wayang Kulit in Central Java is one of the oldest continuous traditions of side the bad.
storytelling in the world which includes the use of puppet materials and - The open space between them about two meters wide represents the stage.
background musical accompaniment to make it interesting to the audience.
- Performances of shadow puppet theaters are accompanied by a gamelan The Dalang
orchestra in Java. - He is characterized by his being creative, humorous, and flexible.
- It was given recognition as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of - He manipulates the puppets, sings, and taps out signals to the orchestra.
Humanity on Nov. 7, 2003, by UNESCO and required Indonesians to preserve - He also speaks the parts of all the characters.
their heritage. - The use of voice interchangeably is the main ability of a dalang to give more life
- The stories are usually drawn from the Hindu epics: Ramayana, Mahabharata, to a different character.
and Serat Manak (Amir Hamza)
- Wayang Kulit performance consists of shadows cast on a cotton screen and an oil
lamp. A halogen electric light is often used as a light source.
The Performance
- The audience is the most important person in a Wayang Kulit performance.
- The dalang is the puppeteer prepares all the materials used like the cloth and
light for the shadow.
- The puppet on the right side signifies the good character and on the left-hand
side the bad.
- The open space between them about two meters wide represents the stage.
The Dalang
- He is characterized by his being creative, humorous, and flexible.
- He manipulates the puppets, sings, and taps out signals to the orchestra.
- He also speaks the parts of all the characters.
- The use of voice interchangeably is the main ability of a dalang to give more life
to a different character.

- The masks in the Peking Opera represent the different characteristics of the
personas:
*Red mask is traditionally a positive color in Chinese culture, which signifies
prosperity, intelligence, and bravery.
*Purple masks suggest justice and sophistication.
*The black mask is considered neutral.
*In contrast, the green and yellow masks represent bad characteristics. The green
mask implies violence, and the yellow mask is cruelty.
*The white mask stands for evil.
WAYANG KULIT
- Wayang Kulit in Central Java is one of the oldest continuous traditions of
storytelling in the world which includes the use of puppet materials and
background musical accompaniment to make it interesting to the audience.
- Performances of shadow puppet theaters are accompanied by a gamelan
orchestra in Java.
- It was given recognition as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of
Humanity on Nov. 7, 2003, by UNESCO and required Indonesians to preserve
their heritage.
- The stories are usually drawn from the Hindu epics: Ramayana, Mahabharata,
and Serat Manak (Amir Hamza)
- Wayang Kulit performance consists of shadows cast on a cotton screen and an oil
lamp. A halogen electric light is often used as a light source.
The Performance
- The audience is the most important person in a Wayang Kulit performance.
- The dalang is the puppeteer prepares all the materials used like the cloth and
light for the shadow.
- The puppet on the right side signifies the good character and on the left-hand
side the bad.
- The open space between them about two meters wide represents the stage.
The Dalang
- He is characterized by his being creative, humorous, and flexible.
- He manipulates the puppets, sings, and taps out signals to the orchestra.
- He also speaks the parts of all the characters.
- The use of voice interchangeably is the main ability of a dalang to give more life
to a different character.

- The masks in the Peking Opera represent the different characteristics of the
personas:
*Red mask is traditionally a positive color in Chinese culture, which signifies
prosperity, intelligence, and bravery.
*Purple masks suggest justice and sophistication.
*The black mask is considered neutral.