{"product_id":"intercultural-japanese-noh-theatre-texts-and-analyses-of-english-language-noh-9781350473133","title":"Intercultural Japanese Noh Theatre: Texts and Analyses of English-language Noh","description":"\u003cb\u003eDiscover Japanese culture and one of the world's oldest performance artforms in an exhilarating new way: through English-language noh theatre.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIntercultural Japanese Noh Theatre: Texts and Analyses of English-language Noh\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eprovides a unique perspective on intercultural engagement with Japanese noh, a classical dance-drama that has been performed since the 14th century. Unlike many projects approaching noh from the 'outside in, ' this volume dives 'inside out, ' tapping into the expertise of both professional Japanese noh performers and dedicated non-indigenous practitioners. Through selected play texts and insightful essays, this collection introduces a new realm of noh to global readers, academics, and theatre enthusiasts interested in Japanese culture.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The opening chapters, guided by Akira Matsui, a master actor of the Kita school of noh, offer a contemporary view from within the professional noh world: the subsequent seven playtexts, chosen for their representation of shifts in practice and global resonance, are introduced by the writers, providing insights into their creative motivations. Following each play, experts analyse its performance aspects, from movement and music to costume and language, exploring the implications of integrating Japanese noh professionals with international amateurs.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This volume not only contextualizes the chosen noh texts but also serves as a window into a dynamic form of intercultural engagement with noh theatre. By blending tradition with global perspectives, it illuminates the multifaceted nature of noh in a globalized context. For those interested in the longevity of performance art and new intercultural approaches, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of English-language noh and its rich complexity on the global stage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProf. Richard Emmert\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor Emeritus, Musashino University, Tokyo, Japan. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr Ashley Thorpe \u003c\/b\u003eis Reader in Theatre, Department of Drama, Theatre \u0026amp; Dance, Royal Holloway, University of London, UK.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Methuen Drama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51199458017554,"sku":"9781350473133","price":86.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_20b8016f-cb49-46b7-bd9b-25eb8efb85fb.jpg?v=1744877480","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/intercultural-japanese-noh-theatre-texts-and-analyses-of-english-language-noh-9781350473133","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}