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Jerry Mitchell Will Direct BOOP! THE MUSICAL Japan Premiere Starring Makoto Rei
A new production of BOOP! The Musical will make its Japan premiere in 2026, with performances scheduled in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka.
SHOWA GENROKU RAKUGO SHINJU, SIX, And More Win At First Musical Awards Tokyo
The inaugural Musical Awards TOKYO ceremony was held on February 15, where winners were announced across 15 categories recognizing productions, performers, and creative teams in Japan’s musical theatre industry.
Third Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the third round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
【第49回日本アカデミー賞】最優秀作品賞は『国宝』が受賞！受賞結果結果一覧
3月13日（金）、東京・グランドプリンスホテル新高輪にて「第49回日本アカデミー賞」の授賞式が開催された。本年度は年間興行収入が過去最高を記録する見込みとなるなど、活気に沸いた日本映画界。その一年を締めくく�
Second Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the second round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate B
Review: UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN LAUNCHES 25TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT “DISCOVER U!!!”
Universal Studios Japan will celebrate its 25th anniversary on March 31, 2026.
体験レポート：ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン25周年 “DISCOVER U!!!”
ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパンは2026年3月31日、開業25周年を迎える。その節目を記念するアニバーサリーイベント「“Discover U!!!”」が3月4日に開幕した。開催は2027年3月30日までの約1年間。四半世紀の歩みを祝う特別な�
YOSHIKI To Perform Japanese National Anthem at 2026 F1 Japanese Grand Prix
OSHIKI is confirmed to perform the Japanese national anthem, 'Kimigayo,' at the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship Aramco Japanese Grand Prix, taking place the weekend of March 27-29th.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from February 2026
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Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for MARY POPPINS 2026 Japan Revival
Watch an in-rehearsal video from the 2026 Japan revival of MARY POPPINS at Tokyu Theatre Orb in Tokyo, running March 28 to May 9 with a Japanese cast.
Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
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Snow Man Delivers High-Energy Performance in New Digital Single “Odorouze!,” Out Now Worldwide
Japanese boy band Snow Man has released “Odorouze!,” a new digital single now available to download and stream worldwide on YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Music, and more.
Kento Nakajima Embarks on Solo Second Chapter with Sophomore Album “IDOL1ST”
Solo artist Kento Nakajima has released “IDOL1ST,” his highly-anticipated sophomore album now available to download and stream worldwide on YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Music, and more.
Michael Haefliger Becomes Artistic Advisor of the Kusatsu International Summer Music Academy & Festival in Japan
Michael Haefliger has become Artistic Advisor of the Kusatsu International Summer Music Academy & Festival in Japan.
Travis Japan Explores Mature New Sound With Latest Single “KAGE NIMO HINATA NIMO,” Now Available World
Japanese boy band Travis Japan has released “KAGE NIMO HINATA NIMO (陰ニモ日向ニモ),” a new track now available to download and stream worldwide on YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Music, and more.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from January 2026
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Universal Studios Japan’s Universal Cool Japan 2026
Universal Studios Japan launched its special event Universal Cool Japan 2026 on January 30, 2026, presenting the appeal of Japanese-born entertainment through “super real” immersive experiences.
Review: DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT RETURNS TO JAPAN
Disney Princess – The Concert has returned to Japan, bringing its signature blend of breathtaking visuals and world-class Broadway talent back to the stage.
公演レポート ディズニープリンセス - ザ・コンサート来日公演
ディズニープリンセス - ザ・コンサートが、再び日本の地に降り立った。本公演の最大の見どころは、バックスクリーンに映し出される高精細なアニメーション映像と、ブロードウェイの第一線で活躍するトップスターたち
USJ体験レポ：日本発エンターテインメントの最前線 - ユニバーサル・クールジャパン 2026
ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパンは、日本発エンターテインメントの魅力を“超リアル”な体験として提示するスペシャルイベント『ユニバーサル・クールジャパン2026』を、2026年1月30日から開催。アニメ、漫画、小説、�
PRETTY GUARDIAN SAILOR MOON to Open Permanent Theater in Tokyo
A new permanent Sailor Moon theater will open in Tokyo this April, featuring an original stage production, full cast appearances, and year-round performances, according to Japan Today.
Netflix Original Docuseries ‘Timelesz Project -Real-’ Premieres Worldwide
Japanese boy band timelesz is featured in “timelesz project -REAL-,” a new Netflix Original docuseries now available to stream worldwide.
Japanese Revival of GYPSY Will Be Titled ROSE for 2026 Production
The upcoming Japanese revival of their 2023 production of Gypsy will be presented under a new title.
WEST. RELEASES NEW SINGLE “AISYU,” THE THEME SONG FOR RYUSEI FUJII’S ROMANCE-SUSPENSE DRAMA
Japanese boy band WEST.