Japanese Rakugo Storytelling at Harvard
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Location:
Tsai Auditorium (S010), CGIS South Building, Harvard University (1730 Cambridge Street)
Contact:
rijs_announcements@fas.harvard.edu
Rakugo is a 400-year-old tradition of storytelling in Japan. Literally “fallen words,” rakugo consists of a brief personal anecdote followed by a longer narrative, ultimately dropping a humorous punchline. Given only a bare stage, a paper fan and small towel for props, and a cushion to kneel on, the performer (rakugoka) single-handedly engages the audience in the comedic tale with a variety of distinctive characters, expressive gestures, and clever wordplay.
Japanese with English translation.
Admission:
Free