Arts

• What is theatre also called?

  Stage play
• What does Asian Theater arts combine?

  Storytelling, music, mime, and dance
• What do Southeast Asian theaters reflect?

  • Culture
  • Religious beliefs
  • Lifestyle of a country/community
• What is Cai Luong classified as?

  Renovated theater
• When was Cai Luong first performed?

  Early 1900s
• What are the two types of Cai Luong?

  1. Cai Luong tuong co (ancient form)
  2. Cai Luong xa hoi (modern form)
• What does Cai Luong tuong co revolve around?

  Historic and legendary stories of Vietnam
• What themes do both forms of Cai Luong feature?

  Moral standards in the country
• What is Khon?

  A masked dance drama from Thailand
• What is the historical origin of Khon?

  16th century
• What story does Khon evolve alongside?

  The Thai version of Ramayana
• How is the story told in Khon?

  Through a chorus, no dialogue
• What is the significance of Khon in Thai culture?

  Originally performed for the royal family
• What is Nang Shadow Puppets known for?

  Public entertainment in southern Thailand
• What do the puppets in Nang Shadow Puppets represent?

  Norms and morals of Thai society
• What are the two types of Nang puppets?

  Nang Talung and Nang Yai
• What is the role of Nai Nang?

  Act as an intermediary between community and gods
• What is Lakhon Bassac known for?

  Popular folk theatrical form in Cambodia
• What does Lakhon Bassac depict?

  Clash of good and evil spirits
• What type of costume does the male star wear in Lakhon Bassac?

  Complicated patterns with jewelry
• What is the main musical accompaniment in Lakhon Bassac?

  Drum and low-pitch fiddle
• What is the role of Ta Eiysey and Ta Eiyso?

  Masters of the prince and Yeak
• What is Wayang Kulit?

  Indonesian puppet theater art
• What materials are used for Wayang Kulit puppets?

  Leather and buffalo horn
• What stories are typically told in Wayang Kulit?

  Hindu epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata
• What does the white screen in Wayang Kulit symbolize?

  The universe where natives live
• What is Zat Pwe?

  Burmese term for performances
• What is the main feature of Zat Pwe performances?

  Combination of dance, drama, and music
• What stories does Zat Pwe often adapt?

  Stories of the Buddhist Jataka
• What is Komedya also called?

  Moro-moro
• What does Komedya depict?

  Religious and political conflicts
• How long does a typical Komedya last?

  Three nights
• What is Peking Opera known for?

  Combining music, dance, and acrobatics
• When did Peking Opera become popular?

  During the Qing Dynasty court
• What are the main roles in Peking Opera?

  Sheng, Dan, Jing, and Chou
• What does the term 'Sheng' refer to?

  Main male role in Peking Opera
• What is the significance of Mie in Kabuki?

  Establishes character through a picturesque pose
• What are the three main categories of Kabuki plays?

  Jidai-mono, Sewa-mono, and Shosagoto
• What is Noh theater known for?

  Slow movements and poetic language
• What is Kyogen?

  Classical Japanese comic theater