General Poetry posted March 28, 2025


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traditional stylised Japanese theatre

Noh

by Terry Reilly

 
      Scowling, turning slow.
 
      Howling, yowling, burning - woe!
 
      Growling, gurning - Noh!



5-7-5 writing prompt entry
Writing Prompt
Write a poem on any topic. Must have following syllable count. First line has five syllables, second seven, the final line has 5 syllables.


Noh is predominantly characterised by dramatic, sometimes grotesque, costumes; slow, ritualised, overblown movements; exaggerated facial expressions (gurning); and primitive vocalisations, such as grunts and growls, to imitate speech.
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