agricultural consciousness
It is a theory that the origin of the masquerade is the agricultural consciousness held by farmers for good farming since ancient … See more

Talchum originated in Korean villages as part of shamanic rituals. It then became a form of popular entertainment. It was even performed in the royal court—during the Goryeo See more

Mask dance is largely divided into seven parts.
The first chief's (상좌, Sang-Jwa) dance is a ritualistic dance … See more

Mask dance dramas have been transmitted from all parts of the country. There are about thirteen different types of mask dance drama … See more

Mask dance dramas share fundamental characteristics but vary considerably according to region and performer. Basic themes include exorcism rites, ritual dances, satire, … See more

A suitable place for performance is where a large audience can gather. The audience looks around the stage almost in a circle, but there is … See more

Yeongno (영노)
A monster that eats bad yangbans. In some plays, if this creature eats 100 yangbans, then it … See more