Our classical programme includes highlights from Noh playwright Zeami’s masterpiece Saigyo-Zakura (Saigyo’s Cherry Tree) as performed by Minoru IV Gensho Umewaka.

In the story, we overhear a conversation between Saigyo, a famed poet-monk, and the spirit of an old cherry tree in a midnight spring garden. Selections of dance and music from the popular Noh repertoire will also be performed as part of the programme.

Minoru IV Gensho Umewaka is regarded as one of the most important Noh performers today. He will perform as part of the NOHGAKU FESTIVAL which will run in conjunction with the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo this summer.

Please note, the original date for this event was Friday 26 June 2020. Due to the coronavirus outbreak, this event had to be postponed. Read our full statement.