Cultural Performing Arts and Music

Kabuki is a traditional form of Japanese theater known for its elaborate costumes, makeup, and stylized acting.

Flamenco is a traditional Spanish dance form characterized by its passionate and rhythmic footwork, accompanied by guitar music and singing.

The Uilleann pipes are a type of bagpipe that is traditionally associated with Irish music.

Peking Opera is a traditional form of Chinese opera that is known for its elaborate costumes, makeup, and stylized acting.

Jazz is a musical genre that originated in the African-American community in the United States and is characterized by its strong rhythmic beat, improvisational style, and use of syncopation.

Bharatanatyam is a traditional Indian dance form that is known for its intricate hand gestures, rhythmic footwork, and expressive facial expressions.

The Shamisen is a traditional Japanese stringed instrument that is commonly used in traditional Japanese music.

Greek tragedy is a traditional form of theater that originated in ancient Greece and is known for its use of masks, stylized acting, and themes of fate and destiny.

Salsa is a musical genre that originated in the Caribbean and is characterized by its upbeat tempo, syncopated rhythms, and call-and-response vocals.

Samba is a traditional Brazilian dance form that is known for its energetic and sensual movements, often performed during Carnival celebrations.

The Gayageum is a traditional Korean stringed instrument that is commonly used in traditional Korean music.

Wayang kulit is a traditional Indonesian form of theater that is known for its elaborate costumes, makeup, and stylized acting, using shadow puppets to tell stories.

Rock and roll is a musical genre that originated in the United States in the 1950s and is characterized by its use of electric guitars, drums, and bass guitar.

Jarabe tapatío is a traditional Mexican dance form that is known for its colorful costumes and energetic footwork, often performed during festivals and celebrations.

The Djembe is a traditional African drum that is commonly used in traditional African music.