Minamiza TheatreMinamiza Theatre
May Program at the Minamiza Theatre
Daily: May 11 (Sat) - May 19 (Sun), 2024
Matinee:11:00 AM
Evening Show: 2:00 PM
On sale: from Apr 09 (Tue), 2024 10:00 AM(JST)
All seats：3,500
Unit: Japanese Yen (tax included)
*Children over the age of 4 must purchase tickets to enter.
Minamiza Theatre (at KYOTO) Theatre Information
- *Tickets for dates shown as "Sold Out" or for other preferred seating areas, may still be available from the promoter, Shochiku Co., Ltd. Please confirm the availability by phone or stop by the Box Office.
*English supporting guide available to rent.（Device number limited）
Do you know KABUKI?
Kabuki is one of Japan’s traditional performing arts that is also widely appreciated by theatre lovers around the world. This is a wonderful opportunity to see kabuki for the first time and a great way to learn about Japan. The program can be enjoyed by anyone: all age groups, experts and novices, Japanese and international visitors etc.
There are different types of plays in kabuki and this program will introduce you to a kabuki dance drama. Just sit back and enjoy the performance on stage accompanied by the beautiful live music in this historic building.
Minamiza Theatre Stage Photo
KABUKI ENO IZANAI
['Lecture on Kabuki']
CAST :
- Explained by
- Ōka Noboru
STORY :
The Minamiza Theatre is situated in Kyoto where kabuki originated, and has a history of over 400 years.
We explain the knowledge needed to enjoy kabuki, one of Japan’s traditional performing arts, and highlights of the program humourously to you.
Please also enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Minamiza Theatre, which was registered as one of tangible cultural properties of Japan, as a playhouse.
Intermission: 20 minutes
KYŌ NINGYŌ
['Hidari Jingorō and His Courtesan Doll']
CAST :
- Hidari Jingorō, a sculptor
- Kataoka Matsujūrō
- The spirit of the Courtesan Doll
- Kamimura Kichitarō
- Otoku, Jingorō's wife
- Kataoka Senju
STORY :
This dance tells the story of Hidari Jingorō, a wood sculptor famous for carving the sleeping cat on the great gate of Nikkō Shrine.
Falling in love with a beautiful courtesan, he carves a doll that looks exactly like her. The doll suddenly starts moving, as though it is alive, and Jingorō enjoys his time with the statue.
KABUKI ENO IZANAI
['Lecture on Kabuki']
CAST :
- Explained by
- Ōka Noboru
STORY :
The Minamiza Theatre is situated in Kyoto where kabuki originated, and has a history of over 400 years.
We explain the knowledge needed to enjoy kabuki, one of Japan’s traditional performing arts, and highlights of the program humourously to you.
Please also enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Minamiza Theatre, which was registered as one of tangible cultural properties of Japan, as a playhouse.
Intermission: 20 minutes
KYŌ NINGYŌ
['Hidari Jingorō and His Courtesan Doll']
CAST :
- Hidari Jingorō, a sculptor
- Kataoka Matsujūrō
- The spirit of the Courtesan Doll
- Kamimura Kichitarō
- Otoku, Jingorō's wife
- Kataoka Senju
STORY :
This dance tells the story of Hidari Jingorō, a wood sculptor famous for carving the sleeping cat on the great gate of Nikkō Shrine.
Falling in love with a beautiful courtesan, he carves a doll that looks exactly like her. The doll suddenly starts moving, as though it is alive, and Jingorō enjoys his time with the statue.