SOURCE6 A modern artist’s impression of a kabuki theatre from the Edo period
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A Hanamichi — A walkway leads from the stage to the back of the theatre. It is used for dramatic entrances and exits. B Suppon — A man-powered lift-trapdoor is set in the walkway three metres from the stage. Ninjas, ghosts and monsters appear fromhere. C Kuromiso — Bamboo blinds on the left-hand side of the stage conceal musicians who play instruments to make the sounds of wind and rain. D Marawibutai — The centre of the stage can revolve. This is useful for changing scenes and clearly contrasting the previous scene from the present one. E Masuseki — These square, box-like seats can seat four people. F Gidayuyuka ( choboyuka ) — This place on the right-hand side of the stage is used to hide narrators and musicians. G Omuko — Seats in the gallery on the second floor are quite cheap. Kabuki fans and experts sit here to get a good view and cheer their favourite actors.
9.7 SkillBuilder activity HISTORICAL QUESTIONS AND COMMUNICATING In groups of three or four, select one of the following topics for investigation and make an illustrated poster to be used as part of a class presentation.
• Raku (pottery) • Ink landscapes • Woodblock printing • Buddhist art
• Washi (paper) • Japanese screens • Kabuki theatre
1. Investigate , conducting research, and note down 5–10 interesting facts about it. 2. Arrange the information you found into a logical order and decide on images that can accompany each piece of information. 3. Plan your poster. It should explain: • the materials used to create the object • the practical methods employed by the artist • the significance of this art form as an influence on artistic works in other parts of the world today. 4. Create your poster, ensuring it is clear and informative. Present your chosen art form to the class.
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