Performance Guild (Geinō Kumiai)

Focus: Arts, entertainment, culture

Members:

• Actors (kabuki, noh, etc.), musicians, dancers
• Puppeteers, storytellers, singers, comedians

Hierarchy:

• Apprentice Performer (studying)
• Performer (working professionally)
• Master Performer (recognized talent, teaches)
• Troupe Leader (manages company)
• Guild Master (represents all performers)

Culture:

• Colorful, expressive
• Tight-knit (traveling together)
• Respect for tradition but innovative
• Celebrity culture (famous performers)
• Competitive but supportive
• Irregular income (feast or famine)

Locations: Headquarters near major theaters, members travel