Yesterday's enjoyable Kabuki in London 1

“The impact of this performance is breathtaking... Truly thrilling stuff.” ★★★★★METRO

kabuki is back onstage at Sadler’s Wells for a brief season, headlined by Ebizo Ichikawa XI.
I visited the theatre on the 7th of June. It was amazing night.

Dating from the early 17th century, Kabuki is one of Japan's oldest and most magnificent art forms. This is a rare opportunity to see authentic Kabuki performed by Japan's most iconic performers.

The programme features two classic Kabuki works: the visually stunning Fuji Musume, in which The Wisteria Maiden dances against a gorgeous backdrop of wisteria flowers; and Kasane, a dramatic tale of love, murder and revenge, famous for its beautiful musical accompaniment.

Yesterday's enjoyable Kabuki in London 2

"Ichikawa Ebizo XI"
This visit features Kabuki superstar Ebizo XI, from the new generation of the famous Ichikawa familywho have set the standard for Kabuki performance for eleven generations, dating back to 1673. With his film-star looks, 28 year old Ebizo is one of Japan's most popular actors, credited for re-introducing Kabuki to new generation.

Luckily, "Ebizo san"turned up after the play at that night so I got a brilliant his sign. It's really really hard to get close to him in Japan as he is super popular! I am so lucky!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
He wore Jinbei(type of kimono)and put on sunglasses even night time!?Btw, can you see my head on bottom right?

Japanese play "KABUKI"

Picture from "Kasane".


Kabuki theatre in Ginza Tokyo.