A study on the position and representation of the musumeyaku of the all-female Takarazuka Revue. For the greatest part of the century long history of the Takarazuka Revue, the otokoyaku, or male...Show moreA study on the position and representation of the musumeyaku of the all-female Takarazuka Revue. For the greatest part of the century long history of the Takarazuka Revue, the otokoyaku, or male-role actresses have enjoyed a monopoly of the theatre's fans' affection. In contrast, the musumeyaku remain mostly on the background. This Thesis reconsiders the musumeyaku's position and what they represent in the world of Takarazuka, and examines the femininity as represented by these actresses.Show less
The Takarazuka Revue is the all-female theatre renowned for breaking gendered conventions and its ability to empower its fandom. Despite its well reputation, the Revue is in fact shockingly...Show moreThe Takarazuka Revue is the all-female theatre renowned for breaking gendered conventions and its ability to empower its fandom. Despite its well reputation, the Revue is in fact shockingly patriarchal. Through consult of existing literature and analytical research, this thesis shall dedicate itself to answering the research question: "Why is Takarazuka considered empowering by female fans despite being inherently patriarchal?"Show less