Sankai Juku - Totem - Void and Height

Sankai Juku, the renowned Japanese Butoh dance company, brings their evocative production, Totem - Void and Height, to Santa Barbara. This performance is a chance to see one of the genre's most respected troupes explore themes of existence and transformation through their distinctive, slow-motion aesthetic and striking visual artistry. Their work often involves intricate stage design and powerful, minimalist choreography. Catch Totem - Void and Height on Friday, November 20, 2026, at the Granada Theater Santa Barbara. The Granada is a grand, historic venue, well-suited for the theatrical scale of Sankai Juku's work. This show appeals to those interested in contemporary dance, Japanese performance art, and visually stunning, thought-provoking theatrical experiences.