Founded in 1978, Theatre of Yugen is an experimental ensemble dedicated to the pursuit of the intangible essence called “yugen” through exploration of dramatic and literary classics and the creation of world theater works. (“Yu” – “deep, quiet, other worldly”; “gen” – “subtle, profound, dark.”). The company follows a discipline of Japanese theatrical aesthetics — primarily the classical forms of Noh drama and Kyogen comedy – in its mission to foster intercultural understanding and keep theatrical discipline vital. Recent productions have included Don Q, Frankenstein, Old Man and the Sea, and Candide, or Optimism.