The Okura School of Kyogen Theatre by The Shigeyama Family
Location:
International House at the University of Chicago
1414 E. 59th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
Note:
In this event, the Okura School will perform âKaki Yamabushiâ (The Persimmon Thief), Kusabira (Mushrooms) and âSanbasoâ (Celebration of fertility, good harvests and the New Year).
Contact Name:
Mary Beth DeStefano, International House Office of Programs & External Relations
Contact E-mail:
mdestefa@uchicago.edu
Contact Phone:
(773) 753-2274
Description:
Kyogen is Japan's oldest form of theatre. It is closely associated with Noh drama and was originally performed between the acts of a Noh play. But while Noh themes are mostly solemn, Kyogen presents a comical or satirical view of everyday situations, making it easier to enjoy. Originating from the Muramachi Period of the 14th Century, the humorous stories in Kyogen Theatre are derived from typical domestic quarrels, like marital strife, and each story makes use of circus-like performances.
The Shigeyama family has been performing Kyogen for over 400 years. While preserving the authentic style of Kyogen, the Okura School energetically experiments with new types and styles of this ancient comedic theatre. During their North American tour, with shows at the Smithsonian Freer Gallery in Washington D.C. and at the University of Chicagoâs International House, the Okura School will perform âKaki Yamabushiâ (The Persimmon Thief), Kusabira (Mushrooms) and âSanbasoâ (Celebration of fertility, good harvests and the New Year).
International House at the University of Chicago
1414 E. 59th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
Note:
In this event, the Okura School will perform âKaki Yamabushiâ (The Persimmon Thief), Kusabira (Mushrooms) and âSanbasoâ (Celebration of fertility, good harvests and the New Year).
Contact Name:
Mary Beth DeStefano, International House Office of Programs & External Relations
Contact E-mail:
mdestefa@uchicago.edu
Contact Phone:
(773) 753-2274
Description:
Kyogen is Japan's oldest form of theatre. It is closely associated with Noh drama and was originally performed between the acts of a Noh play. But while Noh themes are mostly solemn, Kyogen presents a comical or satirical view of everyday situations, making it easier to enjoy. Originating from the Muramachi Period of the 14th Century, the humorous stories in Kyogen Theatre are derived from typical domestic quarrels, like marital strife, and each story makes use of circus-like performances.
The Shigeyama family has been performing Kyogen for over 400 years. While preserving the authentic style of Kyogen, the Okura School energetically experiments with new types and styles of this ancient comedic theatre. During their North American tour, with shows at the Smithsonian Freer Gallery in Washington D.C. and at the University of Chicagoâs International House, the Okura School will perform âKaki Yamabushiâ (The Persimmon Thief), Kusabira (Mushrooms) and âSanbasoâ (Celebration of fertility, good harvests and the New Year).
Starts
3/23/2010 @ 6:30
Ends
3/23/2010
Location
The Division of the Humanities
1115 East 58th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
Location:
International House at the University of Chicago
1414 E. 59th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
Note:
In this event, the Okura School will perform âKaki Yamabushiâ (The Persimmon Thief), Kusabira (Mushrooms) and âSanbasoâ (Celebration of fertility, good harvests and the New Year).
Contact Name:
Mary Beth DeStefano, International House Office of Programs & External Relations
Contact E-mail:
mdestefa@uchicago.edu
Contact Phone:
(773) 753-2274
Description:
Kyogen is Japan's oldest form of theatre. It is closely associated with Noh drama and was originally performed between the acts of a Noh play. But while Noh themes are mostly solemn, Kyogen presents a comical or satirical view of everyday situations, making it easier to enjoy. Originating from the Muramachi Period of the 14th Century, the humorous stories in Kyogen Theatre are derived from typical domestic quarrels, like marital strife, and each story makes use of circus-like performances.
The Shigeyama family has been performing Kyogen for over 400 years. While preserving the authentic style of Kyogen, the Okura School energetically experiments with new types and styles of this ancient comedic theatre. During their North American tour, with shows at the Smithsonian Freer Gallery in Washington D.C. and at the University of Chicagoâs International House, the Okura School will perform âKaki Yamabushiâ (The Persimmon Thief), Kusabira (Mushrooms) and âSanbasoâ (Celebration of fertility, good harvests and the New Year).
1115 East 58th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
Location:
International House at the University of Chicago
1414 E. 59th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
Note:
In this event, the Okura School will perform âKaki Yamabushiâ (The Persimmon Thief), Kusabira (Mushrooms) and âSanbasoâ (Celebration of fertility, good harvests and the New Year).
Contact Name:
Mary Beth DeStefano, International House Office of Programs & External Relations
Contact E-mail:
mdestefa@uchicago.edu
Contact Phone:
(773) 753-2274
Description:
Kyogen is Japan's oldest form of theatre. It is closely associated with Noh drama and was originally performed between the acts of a Noh play. But while Noh themes are mostly solemn, Kyogen presents a comical or satirical view of everyday situations, making it easier to enjoy. Originating from the Muramachi Period of the 14th Century, the humorous stories in Kyogen Theatre are derived from typical domestic quarrels, like marital strife, and each story makes use of circus-like performances.
The Shigeyama family has been performing Kyogen for over 400 years. While preserving the authentic style of Kyogen, the Okura School energetically experiments with new types and styles of this ancient comedic theatre. During their North American tour, with shows at the Smithsonian Freer Gallery in Washington D.C. and at the University of Chicagoâs International House, the Okura School will perform âKaki Yamabushiâ (The Persimmon Thief), Kusabira (Mushrooms) and âSanbasoâ (Celebration of fertility, good harvests and the New Year).
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