All of the following are parts of Noh drama EXCEPT

Answer

opera.

Explanation

The Noh theater, a form of classical Japanese drama, encompasses various art forms such as dance, poetry, music, masks, mime, and acting to represent the ceremonial and contemplative life of the ancient aristocracy. This form of drama has now become popular among Japan's intellectual elite. Its origins can be traced back to saragaku, a type of monkey dance, and dengaku, which was a performance done during the harvest season. Noh performances have been refined over time to become more stylized and complex, with the performers mastering a wide range of skills such as reciting poetry, playing musical instruments, and portraying different characters using different types of masks. The overall effect of a Noh performance is a mesmerizing display of art and culture that continues to captivate audiences in Japan and around the world.