NYT Daily ? September 21, 2025
Traditional form of Japanese drama
Answer:
KABUKITHEATER
Hint:
This elaborate performance art features stylized makeup called kumadori and combines dance, music, and vivid costumes, often depicting historical tales. Look for a two-word term starting with "K."
Explanation:
This clue points to "KABUKITHEATER," combining kabuki—a stylized, centuries-old Japanese performance art known for its elaborate costumes, dramatic makeup, and exaggerated movements—with theater to emphasize the stage setting. The answer blends the name of the art form directly with its venue, making it a straightforward compound term. If you’re familiar with kabuki, the word theater acts as a hint to think of the full phrase rather than just the drama style alone.
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