<P> Noh ( 能 , Nō ) , derived from the Sino - Japanese word for `` skill '' or `` talent '' , is a major form of classical Japanese musical drama that has been performed since the 14th century . Developed by Kan'ami and his son Zeami , it is the oldest major theatre art that is still regularly performed today . Traditionally , a Noh program includes five Noh plays with comedic kyōgen plays in between ; an abbreviated program of two Noh plays and one kyōgen piece has become common in Noh presentations today . An okina ( 翁 ) play may be presented in the very beginning especially at New Year , holidays , and other special occasions . </P>
<P> Noh ( 能 , Nō ) , derived from the Sino - Japanese word for `` skill '' or `` talent '' , is a major form of classical Japanese musical drama that has been performed since the 14th century . Developed by Kan'ami and his son Zeami , it is the oldest major theatre art that is still regularly performed today . Traditionally , a Noh program includes five Noh plays with comedic kyōgen plays in between ; an abbreviated program of two Noh plays and one kyōgen piece has become common in Noh presentations today . An okina ( 翁 ) play may be presented in the very beginning especially at New Year , holidays , and other special occasions . </P>
who is considered to be the founder of noh
who is considered to be the founder of noh
Kan'ami his son Zeami
Kan'ami his son Zeami