An introduction to the theatrical art of comic storytelling that originated in the Edo period; Rakugo sheds light on Japanese culture as a whole: its aesthetics; social relations; and learning styles. Enriched with personal anecdotes; Rakugo explicates the arts contemporary performance culture: the image; training and techniques of the storytellers; the venues where they perform; and the role of the audience in sustaining the art. Laurie Brau inquires into how this comic art form participates in the discourse of heritage; serving as a symbol of the Edo culture; while continuing to appeal to Japanese today. Written in an accessible manner; this book is appropriate for all levels of student or researcher.
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