“The University of Arizona is excited to welcome a professional Rakugo performer from the English Rakugo Association in Japan for a special workshop and performance in English! Rakugo is a traditional form of Japanese comedic storytelling, performed while seated on stage with only a folding fan and a hand towel as props.

This year, we are offering both a workshop and a performance to give participants a deeper understanding of this unique art form.

Feb. 20,2025

“Workshop: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Main Library Room 112), 1510 E. University Blvd.

Performance: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (ILC Room 140), 1500 E. University Blvd.

✳︎Workshop registration is limited to 30 participants!

✳︎Performance seating is available for up to 150 attendees!

We encourage students, faculty, and community members to join this cultural experience. Instructors are welcome to share this with their classes, and students may inquire about extra credit opportunities with their professors.”

Register here: https://docs.google.com/…/1RZmwJQJBGDf63…/preview

For more information, please contact Noriko Hayashi at nhayashijoi@arizona.edu.

Come discover the humor and charm of Rakugo!