The entertainment industry has been negatively impacted by the pandemic. Theatres have seen their box office profits plummet overnight, as venues close to try to stop the spread of the virus. But the show must go on. Access to culture cannot be stopped. That s why some artists have looked for new ways to continue to perform.
Traditional Kabuki
In Japan, Kabuki is an all-male, popular theatre form that combines the best of Japanese music, dance, drama and costumes. Its history goes back over 400 years. It even became part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity back in 2008.
In the vibrant district of Ginza in Tokyo sits the famous Kabukiza theatre. It recently re-opened its doors with new measures to keep the public safe and it is here that people come to enjoy Kabuki shows.