Interview: Harley Medcalf of BURN THE FLOOR - BE BRAVE. TOGETHER. at Cool Japan Park Osaka WW Hall
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 25, 2023
Harley Medcalf is a founder and a producer of the Burn the floor. In a career spanning 39 years, he has worked with artists as diverse as Marlene Dietrich, Frank Sinatra, Elton John, Billy Joel, Michael Crawford, Billy Connolly, Michael Flatley, Meat Loaf, Lionel Richie, Kenny G and Sarah Brightman.
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 25, 2023
Harley Medcalf is a founder and a producer of the Burn the floor. In a career spanning 39 years, he has worked with artists as diverse as Marlene Dietrich, Frank Sinatra, Elton John, Billy Joel, Michael Crawford, Billy Connolly, Michael Flatley, Meat Loaf, Lionel Richie, Kenny G and Sarah Brightman.
Interview: Arduino Bertoncello of BURN THE FLOOR “BE BRAVE. TOGETHER” at Cool Japan Park Osaka WW Hall
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 25, 2023
Arduino Bertoncello is a professional dancer and choreographer in latin american, show dance, modern and contemporary dance. He is also the Latin American Italian Champion and a former finalist in the Junior British Open in Blackpool.
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 25, 2023
Arduino Bertoncello is a professional dancer and choreographer in latin american, show dance, modern and contemporary dance. He is also the Latin American Italian Champion and a former finalist in the Junior British Open in Blackpool.
独占インタビュー：ジェマ・アームストロング「バーン・ザ・フロア “BE BRAVE. TOGETHER.”」クールジャパン大阪WWホールにて
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 25, 2023
ジェマ・アームストロングは3度のオーストラリアチャンピオン、ナショナルチャンピオンであり、世界選手権でオーストラリアを代表する権利を獲得しています。彼女は2009年以来、「バーン・ザ・フロア」のダンサーとして活動しています。
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 25, 2023
ジェマ・アームストロングは3度のオーストラリアチャンピオン、ナショナルチャンピオンであり、世界選手権でオーストラリアを代表する権利を獲得しています。彼女は2009年以来、「バーン・ザ・フロア」のダンサーとして活動しています。
独占インタビュー：アルデュイーノ・バートンセロ「バーン・ザ・フロア “BE BRAVE. TOGETHER.”」クールジャパン大阪WWホールにて
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 25, 2023
アルデュイーノ・バートンセロは、ラテンアメリカン、ショーダンス、モダン、コンテンポラリーダンスのプロダンサー兼振付師です。また彼は、ラテンアメリカ・イタリアチャンピオンであり、ブラックプールのジュニアブリティッシュオープンの元ファイナリストでもあります。
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 25, 2023
アルデュイーノ・バートンセロは、ラテンアメリカン、ショーダンス、モダン、コンテンポラリーダンスのプロダンサー兼振付師です。また彼は、ラテンアメリカ・イタリアチャンピオンであり、ブラックプールのジュニアブリティッシュオープンの元ファイナリストでもあります。
Interview: Jemma Armstrong of BURN THE FLOOR “BE BRAVE. TOGETHER” at Cool Japan Park Osaka WW Hall
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 24, 2023
Jemma Armstrong has been Three-time Australian Champion, National Champion and has won the right to represent Australia at the World Championships. She has been a dancer in 'Burn The Floor' since 2009.
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 24, 2023
Jemma Armstrong has been Three-time Australian Champion, National Champion and has won the right to represent Australia at the World Championships. She has been a dancer in 'Burn The Floor' since 2009.
公演レポート: バーン・ザ・フロア “BE BRAVE. TOGETHER” クールジャパン大阪WWホールにて
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 23, 2023
開幕と同時に一斉に湧き上がる歓声と拍手に、コロナ禍が完全に終わりを告げたかのような熱気に会場全体が包まれた。パフォーマー達の情熱的で力強いダンスと会場の一体感は、日本ではない場所にいるかのような錯覚を抱かせるほどだった。
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 23, 2023
開幕と同時に一斉に湧き上がる歓声と拍手に、コロナ禍が完全に終わりを告げたかのような熱気に会場全体が包まれた。パフォーマー達の情熱的で力強いダンスと会場の一体感は、日本ではない場所にいるかのような錯覚を抱かせるほどだった。
Review: Burn The Floor's BE BRAVE TOGETHER at Cool Japan Park Osaka WW Hall
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 23, 2023
Once the show started, the entire crowd was filled with cheers and applause, as if showing off the complete end of the COVID-19 pandemic. The performers' passionate and powerful dance, combined with the unity of the audience, created an illusion that we were not in Japan.
by Ayaka Ozaki - June 23, 2023
Once the show started, the entire crowd was filled with cheers and applause, as if showing off the complete end of the COVID-19 pandemic. The performers' passionate and powerful dance, combined with the unity of the audience, created an illusion that we were not in Japan.
LA BOHEME Comes to the New National Theatre, Tokyo This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Set in 19th century Paris, this opera depicts the pure love of the poet Rodolfo and the seamstress Mimì, and the impoverished yet free spirit of young artists with dreams of future success.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Set in 19th century Paris, this opera depicts the pure love of the poet Rodolfo and the seamstress Mimì, and the impoverished yet free spirit of young artists with dreams of future success.
THE BLISSFUL LAND Comes to New National Theatre, Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2023
The Blissful Land comes to the New National Theatre, Tokyo this month. This is the third in the 'Bridge to the Future' series presenting new works by Japanese playwrights.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2023
The Blissful Land comes to the New National Theatre, Tokyo this month. This is the third in the 'Bridge to the Future' series presenting new works by Japanese playwrights.
RIGOLETTO is Now Playing at New National Theatre, Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2023
This season sees the new production of Verdi's mid-career masterpiece Rigoletto. This heart-breaking story unfolds around Rigoletto, the court jester, his beautiful and innocent daughter Gilda, and a womaniser noble Il Duca di Mantova. The score has numerous familiar pieces, including 'La donna è mobile', 'Caro nome' and 'Cortigliani, vil razza dannata', and the quartetto 'Bella figlia dell'amore' in Act 3.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2023
This season sees the new production of Verdi's mid-career masterpiece Rigoletto. This heart-breaking story unfolds around Rigoletto, the court jester, his beautiful and innocent daughter Gilda, and a womaniser noble Il Duca di Mantova. The score has numerous familiar pieces, including 'La donna è mobile', 'Caro nome' and 'Cortigliani, vil razza dannata', and the quartetto 'Bella figlia dell'amore' in Act 3.
Ballet Asteras 2023 Comes to Tokyo This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2023
'Ballet Asteras' is a gala performance featuring notable Japanese dancers from ballet companies around the world, while also interacting with ballet companies and ballet schools overseas.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2023
'Ballet Asteras' is a gala performance featuring notable Japanese dancers from ballet companies around the world, while also interacting with ballet companies and ballet schools overseas.
SALOME Comes to the New National Theatre, Tokyo This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Salome is coming to the New National Theatre, Tokyo this month. Performances begin on 27 May and run through 4 June, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2023
Salome is coming to the New National Theatre, Tokyo this month. Performances begin on 27 May and run through 4 June, 2023.
ANGELS IN AMERICA Comes to New National Theatre, Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2023
Upon her appointment to the role of Artistic Director of Drama, OGAWA Eriko committed herself to pushing the boundaries of experimentation and pioneering innovation in theatre. Our full audition programme forms a part of this, with all casts selected through audition.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2023
Upon her appointment to the role of Artistic Director of Drama, OGAWA Eriko committed herself to pushing the boundaries of experimentation and pioneering innovation in theatre. Our full audition programme forms a part of this, with all casts selected through audition.
New National Theatre Announces Special Events for "Shakespeare Double Bill"
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
The National Ballet of Japan will hold Special Events for Shakespeare Double Bill. People having tickets for Shakespeare Double Bill can join NBJ Class on stage, Artist Talk and Production Guide Tour.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
The National Ballet of Japan will hold Special Events for Shakespeare Double Bill. People having tickets for Shakespeare Double Bill can join NBJ Class on stage, Artist Talk and Production Guide Tour.
Taiko Sasaki of 7 MEN Samurai Stars in Japan Premiere of GYPSY
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2023
Taiko Sasaki of 7 MEN Samurai will dance his way into hearts at the Japan premiere of Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim’s musical fable “GYPSY!”
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2023
Taiko Sasaki of 7 MEN Samurai will dance his way into hearts at the Japan premiere of Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim’s musical fable “GYPSY!”
Japan's Nissay Theatre to Present COME FROM AWAY, THE MUSIC MAN, RAGTIME & More in 2023
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2023
Japan’s Nissay Theatre will present The Music Man, War Paint, Ragtime, and Come From Away in 2023. See how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2023
Japan’s Nissay Theatre will present The Music Man, War Paint, Ragtime, and Come From Away in 2023. See how to purchase tickets!
Koichi Domoto Will Star as Willy Wonka in the Japan Run of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
Koichi Domoto has got your golden ticket to a world of “Pure Imagination” for the Japan premiere of the hit musical CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY!
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
Koichi Domoto has got your golden ticket to a world of “Pure Imagination” for the Japan premiere of the hit musical CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY!
Cast Announced For 'Educational Programme-First Steps: Swan Lake'
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
Educational Programme is a new project, allowing participants to experience the art of ballet and the appeal of the live stage.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
Educational Programme is a new project, allowing participants to experience the art of ballet and the appeal of the live stage.
Jesse of SixTONES to Star in Japan Premiere of BEETLEJUICE
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2023
Jesse of SixTONES gets strange and unusual for the Japan premiere of the Broadway musical smash hit BEETLEJUiCE, coming to Tokyo this summer!
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2023
Jesse of SixTONES gets strange and unusual for the Japan premiere of the Broadway musical smash hit BEETLEJUiCE, coming to Tokyo this summer!
AIDA Comes to the New National Theatre, Tokyo Next Month
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2023
The great festive opera of Aida is being performed as a celebration performance for the New National Theatre Tokyo's 25th Anniversary. Franco ZEFFIRELLI's resplendent production, premiered in 1998 to commemorate the opening of the theatre, involves a dynamic stage transformation.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2023
The great festive opera of Aida is being performed as a celebration performance for the New National Theatre Tokyo's 25th Anniversary. Franco ZEFFIRELLI's resplendent production, premiered in 1998 to commemorate the opening of the theatre, involves a dynamic stage transformation.
LES CONTES D'HOFFMANN Comes to Tokyo This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2023
This is Philippe ARLAUD's production of a whimsical love story. It is Jacques Offenbach's only opera, best known for its 'Belle nuit, ô nuit d'amour' (known as 'Barcarolle'), other highlights including the 'Chanson de Kleinzach' sung by Hoffmann, and that ultimate showcase of coloratura soprano singing, the 'Les oiseaux dans la charmille' aria sung by Olympia.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2023
This is Philippe ARLAUD's production of a whimsical love story. It is Jacques Offenbach's only opera, best known for its 'Belle nuit, ô nuit d'amour' (known as 'Barcarolle'), other highlights including the 'Chanson de Kleinzach' sung by Hoffmann, and that ultimate showcase of coloratura soprano singing, the 'Les oiseaux dans la charmille' aria sung by Olympia.
Ambassadors and Representatives of Cultural Organizations Attended FALSTAFF in Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2023
On the 12th of February, Ambassadors and representatives of cultural organizations attended the opera 'Falstaff'.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2023
On the 12th of February, Ambassadors and representatives of cultural organizations attended the opera 'Falstaff'.
TANNHAUSER is Now Playing at the New National Theatre, Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Richard Wagner's glorious opera Tannhäuser is based on two medieval legends; the tale of song contest in Wartburg and the myth of German Minnesänger/knight Tannhäuser. The story focuses on Tannhäuser's torn between sensual and spiritual love.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Richard Wagner's glorious opera Tannhäuser is based on two medieval legends; the tale of song contest in Wartburg and the myth of German Minnesänger/knight Tannhäuser. The story focuses on Tannhäuser's torn between sensual and spiritual love.
NEW PLAYS: JAPAN Presented at the Royal Court Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
'New Plays: Japan' was presented at the Royal Court Theatre in London, U.K. from 26 to 28 January 2023.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
'New Plays: Japan' was presented at the Royal Court Theatre in London, U.K. from 26 to 28 January 2023.
New National Theatre Presents SWAN LAKE in June
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2023
The production that opened the 2021/2022 Season to much acclaim now returns to close the season. This production by Sir Peter WRIGHT is a stately work, full of dramatic elements that are very British. This production of Swan Lake combines the traditional charm of classic ballet with a new sense of drama.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2023
The production that opened the 2021/2022 Season to much acclaim now returns to close the season. This production by Sir Peter WRIGHT is a stately work, full of dramatic elements that are very British. This production of Swan Lake combines the traditional charm of classic ballet with a new sense of drama.
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