Kakegoe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kakegoe is a noun meaning Melodramatic calls from an audience in kabuki theatre or as part of call-and-response singing in Japanese folk music.
Meaning
Melodramatic calls from an audience in kabuki theatre or as part of call-and-response singing in Japanese folk music.
Example Sentences
In Japan traditional kabuki theater is known for kakegoe: shouting at actors upon their entrance, and throughout the performance.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nagauta, nogaku, kabuki, gagaku, kyogen, utai.
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