Showko trained as a Rakugo performer under Master Kakushow in London receiving the 400 year old traditional name Showko Showfukutei upon completion. She is one of 1500 Rakugo performers, only a handful of women and the only one living overseas.
Showko is a member of the Kamigata Rakugo Association and regularly goes back to Japan to perform at the Hanjyo-tei Rakugo Theatre in Osaka where only professional Rakugo performers can perform. Showko’s style of Rakugo is very animated with lots of actions and facial expressions so that any age groups seeing Rakugo for the first time can understand and enjoy Rakugo humour.
Showko performs Traditional Rakugo, personal life story Rakugo and Ventriloquist Rakugo.
Puppet Rakugo is an award winning form of Rakugo developed by Showko's master, Kakushow. Only the three members within Kakushow Showfukutei's Rakugo family are allowed to use this style. Puppet Rakugo is suitable for all ages.
Showko's own unique version of Puppet Rakugo is called Ventriloquist Rakugo as it incorporates her specialist ventriloquist skills.
“Prepare to be enchanted!…mesmerized by her genuine excitement and the magic of storytelling and creation. “ Theatre Press, Melbourne
“Full of eye-catching puppetry, excellent ventriloquism and engaging stories. You can’t help but walk out of this show with a smile on your face.”
My Melbourne Arts
“Definitely an enchanting introduction to Japanese culture in entertainment.” Squirrel Comedy
Client to provide - 1 head set mic ( If you don't have one, we can provide it), 1 wireless mic, sound system to play music, a bottle of mineral water, changing room, two rectangle tables and a chair.
| Summary | Time | Price | |
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| 30min ~60min | Price On Enquiry | Send Enquiry |
