New York Hanjotei: Japanese Comedy
Wednesday, September 17, 2008 5:00 pm
Enjoy the acts that have kept the Japanese laughing for 400 years:
Rakugo "sit-down comedy" with master, Katsura Sanshi plus the King of English Rakugo, Katsura Kaishi.
Katsura Kaishi is a cultural ambassador assigned by Department of Cultural Affair and now, he is on national tour, performing 60 times in 28 cities from April, 2008. Last year in New York, he brought 1st “New York Hanjyotei” and presented a full “Yose” lineup Off-Broadway, a full week of sold-out shows. He has won numerous prestigious awards for Rakugo and is one of the hottest storytellers in Osaka, Japan.
For more info: usarakugo.exblog.jp
Free!
For Tickets Call 718-433-1716
EVENT ABBREVIATIONS:
AGRH = Ann Goodman Recital Hall,
KC = Kaufman Center,
LMS = Lucy Moses School
MCH = Merkin Concert Hall,
SMS = Special Music School,
YAP = Young Artist Program