National Noh Theatre facts for kids

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National Noh Theatre
国立能楽堂

National Noh Theatre
Address	4-18-1 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku Tokyo Japan
Coordinates	35°40′49″N 139°42′29.3″E / 35.68028°N 139.708139°E / 35.68028; 139.708139
Capacity	591
Construction
Opened	1983
Architect	Hiroshi Ōe
Website
http://www.ntj.jac.go.jp/nou.html

The stage inside the National Noh Theatre. It's made of special wood, and the back wall has a pine tree painting. Actors use the walkway on the side, while musicians and singers enter from a small door.

The National Noh Theatre (called Kokuritsu Nōgaku Dō in Japanese) is a special place in Tokyo, Japan. It opened in September 1983. This theatre is dedicated to traditional Japanese performing arts.

What You Can See There

The main part of the theatre is an auditorium that can seat 591 people. Here, you can watch performances of Noh and Kyōgen. These are very old types of Japanese theatre.

More Than Just a Stage

Besides the main stage, the National Noh Theatre has other important areas:

• A rehearsal stage where performers practice.
• An exhibition area where you can learn more about Noh and Kyōgen.
• A lecture room for classes and talks.
• A reference library with books and materials about these arts.

Supporting Performers

Since 2007, the theatre has made an effort to feature female performers. They now regularly present shows starring women in Noh and Kyōgen. This helps to celebrate all artists in these traditional forms.

See also

• Noh