Kabukiza theater in Tokyo announced to resume August performances 2020. This is the first time in five months since the performance was stopped in March due to the new coronavirus .
"August Hanakata Kabuki " from August 1st to 26th is a four-part system of "Lenshi ", "Stick Shibari", " Yoshitsune Senbonzakura Yoshinoyama ", "Yojojo Ukina Yokokushi Genji Store", Ainosuke Kataoka , Nakamura Kankuro , Sarunosuke Ichikawa , Koshiro Matsumoto and other young mid-level performers will appear.
To prevent the spread of corona infection, the cast and the background are all replaced. There are two front and rear seats, and two or more seats along the flower path. Kabuki's famous kakegoe, such as shouting the actor's name and say“I was waiting”, are not allowed. Before and after the performance, open the door to ventilate the venue.
Kabukiza was suspended its performance from March 2 - which was the first day of "March large kabuki". They also suspended "thirteen generation Danjuro Ichikawa Shirosaru Shumei showcase".