Kabuki actors use makeup to redefine gender
In Japan's Kabuki theater, all-male performers masterfully embody both male and female characters using exaggerated makeup and dynamic poses, preserving centuries of artistic tradition.
Kabuki theater, a vibrant Japanese art form, features all-male casts where actors portray both male and female roles. This tradition, called onnagata, emerged in the 17th century after women were banned from the stage, and continues today for its artistic discipline and authenticity.
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