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About Theatre Nohgaku

Noh, one of the oldest continuing stage arts, combines highly stylized dance, chant, music, mask and costume with intense inner concentration and physical discipline, creating a uniquely powerful theatrical experience. Theatre Nohgaku’s mission is to share noh’s beauty and power with English speaking audiences and performers. We have found that this traditional form retains its dramatic effectiveness in languages other than Japanese. We believe noh techniques hold a powerful means of expression in the context of contemporary English language theatre.

Servus!

Posted on January 17, 2023 by Theatre Nohgaku

EDITOR’S NOTE: This entry is the first in a series by author Edith Newton concerning the work-in-progress piece In a Memory Palace. Edith will discuss the piece, the development process, and offer reflections we hope the reader will find rich … Continue reading →

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Noh Training Project Japan 2019

Posted on February 2, 2019 by Theatre Nohgaku

Noh Training Project Japan 2019 June through July, 2019 Japan Our workshop offerings in Japan this year provide a wealth of different experiences which will allow participants a deep dive into different facets of noh. (Please note: the performance and … Continue reading →

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能面: The Spirit of Noh

Posted on October 7, 2018 by Theatre Nohgaku

Contributed by Jeffrey Dym [EDITOR’S NOTE: Below is some welcome background on Jeffrey Dym’s new documentary, which you can view in it’s entirety in the link below. We’re grateful to Jeffrey for his work on this project, his considerable dedication, … Continue reading →

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Noh Training Project Tokyo 2018

Posted on March 10, 2018 by Theatre Nohgaku

Noh Training Project Tokyo 2018 June through July, 2018 Japan 2017’s Tokyo workshop was the first held in collaboration with the Kita School and was so successful that this year’s is even more expansive and diverse. Four separate workshops will … Continue reading →

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“Gettysburg” – A journey begins

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Theatre Nohgaku

[Editor’s Note: Below are author Elizabeth Dowd’s thoughts and comments in part about the process of writing her new English-language noh “Gettysburg,” with music by David Crandall. This commentary was written in November of 2016, and the piece had its … Continue reading →

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Composing Zahdi, Pt. 2

Posted on November 26, 2016 by Theatre Nohgaku

Diagrams and Text Contributed by David Crandall Zahdi Date and Poppies photographs provided courtesy of Casey Preston [EDITOR’S NOTE: As part of the continuing conversation surrounding Carrie Preston’s Zahdi Dates and Poppies which premiered on March 30, 2016 at the … Continue reading →

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Composing Zahdi, Pt. 1

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Theatre Nohgaku

Photos and Contribution by David Crandall [EDITOR’S NOTE: Part of the continuing conversation surrounding Carrie Preston’s  Zahdi Dates and Poppies, premiering on March 30, 2016 at the Tsai Performance Center, Boston.] In their delightful posts, Carrie and David S. both … Continue reading →

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When there is No Dog

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Theatre Nohgaku

[EDITOR’S NOTE: Part of the continuing conversation surrounding Carrie Preston’s  Zahdi Dates and Poppies, premiering on March 30, 2016 at the Tsai Performance Center, Boston. Please consider providing your support by visiting the project’s funding page.] Contributed by David Surtasky … Continue reading →

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Finding the Dog in Noh, and Leaving it Alone

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Theatre Nohgaku

[EDITOR’S NOTE: Ms. Preston provides some insights concerning her new work  Zahdi Dates and Poppies, premiering on March 30, 2016 at the Tsai Performance Center, Boston. Please consider providing your support by visiting the project’s funding page.] Contributed by Carrie … Continue reading →

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Finding the Dog

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Theatre Nohgaku

[EDITOR’S NOTE: Mr. Crandall provides some thoughts concerning his composition of the score of Carrie Preston’s Zahdi Dates and Poppies, premiering on March 30, 2016 at the Tsai Performance Center, Boston. Image of painting provided by David Crandall. Please consider … Continue reading →

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