KABUKI KOOL
Season 1 • Episode 2: The Beauty of Onnagata • Watch with subtitles
Episode 2: The Beauty of Onnagata
May 21, 2014 • 28 min
This time we will look at one of the truly unique features of kabuki. There are no female actresses in kabuki and all female roles are played by male actors called "onnagata." Where did this tradition come from? What is the beauty of acting that can only be performed by onnagata? Join us as we explore the fascinating world of onnagata.
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