Noh
Though its roots date back to the 1300s, Noh theater remains popular today. A Noh production involves special acting techniques and bold, colorful settings to create a dramatic spectacle. Click on What is it? to explore Noh theater, then go to The Beauty of it for images of a performance. How is Noh theater different from other types of theatrical productions you have seen? Create a chart illustrating the differences.

Background to Noh-Kyogen
Read the background of Noh-Kyogen, including the history, types of plays, and characters. Then imagine that your school is putting on a Noh play and you are asked to direct. What will your characters act like, look like, etc? How will your play appear on stage? Write a scene, which answers these questions.