Introduction

Structures of plays and costumes

Bonraku

Puppet theatre Serious and comedic plays

Kabuki Plays

Popular entertainment for lower classes Shadow figures

Noh Plays

Oldest form of theatre Few Roles

Bonraku Puppets and Puppeteers Wore Black Puppets almost life-sized

Kabuki Costumes

Outlandish costumes Many costumes for different roles

Noh Costumes

Similar to Samurai gear Samurai donated gear

Conclusion

Theatre was essential to the Samurai lifestyle