The thread of inspiration extending from ancient to contemporary times
Noh, a 650-year-old Japanese art form, finds new expression in the 21st century through Noh Reimagined. Curated by Akiko Yanagisawa, this series of festivals and projects fosters cross-cultural dialogue by commissioning bold new works from contemporary artists across diverse disciplines, alongside performances of classical Noh masterpieces. Discover the powerful connections forged between tradition and innovation, East and West.
Bridging Cultures Through Noh
Experience Noh Reimagined Festival held at Kings Place, London. Since 2016, we’ve presented captivating performances by leading Japanese Noh performers, captivating audiences with unique collaborations that seamlessly blend ancient tradition with contemporary artistry. Featuring 15 commissioned works premiered between 2016 and 2024, Noh Reimagined invites you to discover the timeless beauty of Noh through a fresh lens.
“I cannot praise this two-day festival enough.” ★★★★★ – Planet Huggill
“Noh Reimagined showed that inspiration or collaboration can mean something other than wholesale adoption of sounds or ideas.” 1 – The Journal of Music
