Supreme athleticism, astonishing choreography, earth-shattering sounds drawn from enormous drums that conjure ancient rituals: the awe-inspiring drummers of Kodo return to Berkeley by popular demand! The new production Luminance celebrates both the troupe’s 45th anniversary and taiko’s ability to stir the soul. The show features highlights from Kodo’s most popular tours, including the mighty o-daiko drum solo and climactic “Yatai-Bayashi” finale and a tribute to Maki Ishii’s dynamic and beloved taiko composition “Monochrome,” which involves 10 drums and two large, deeply resonant gongs.

Fri, Jan 22, 7:30pm
Sat, Jan 23, 7:30pm
Sun, Jan 24, 3pm