New National Theatre Announces English Subtitles For Upcoming Shows
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2022
New National Theatre has announced that English subtitles will be introduced for the drama productions of 'The Glass Menagerie', 'My Month' and 'Beaching at Dawn' in the 2022/2023 season.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2022
New National Theatre has announced that English subtitles will be introduced for the drama productions of 'The Glass Menagerie', 'My Month' and 'Beaching at Dawn' in the 2022/2023 season.
NNTT Will Stream DON PASQUALE and REACTION PROCESS Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2022
NNTT Stream's streaming lineup for this summer will include opera 'Don Pasquale,' a lovely romantic comedy by Donizetti, and drama 'Reaction Process,' performed as a full audition project in July 2021.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2022
NNTT Stream's streaming lineup for this summer will include opera 'Don Pasquale,' a lovely romantic comedy by Donizetti, and drama 'Reaction Process,' performed as a full audition project in July 2021.
Pre-show Talk With English Interpretation Service Will Be Held at Ballet for Children 2022 'Still Life' at the Penguin Café
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
For Ballet for Children 2022 'Still Life' at the Penguin Café, a pre-show talk on endangered animals will be held before the performances. English simultaneous interpretation service will be available for the dates below.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
For Ballet for Children 2022 'Still Life' at the Penguin Café, a pre-show talk on endangered animals will be held before the performances. English simultaneous interpretation service will be available for the dates below.
Dancers and Programs Announced for BALLET ASTERAS 2022
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
'Ballet Asteras' is a gala performance featuring notable Japanese dancers from ballet companies around the world.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
'Ballet Asteras' is a gala performance featuring notable Japanese dancers from ballet companies around the world.
New National Theatre, Tokyo Announces Cast Changes For DON GIOVANNI and AIDA
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2022
New National Theatre, Tokyo (NNTT) announces the cast changes for Don Giovanni and Aida.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2022
New National Theatre, Tokyo (NNTT) announces the cast changes for Don Giovanni and Aida.
CONSTELLATIONS Opens In Shizuoka, Japan This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2022
A Japanese version of Brett Bailey's Constellations will be presented this weekend by Third World Bunfight at the World Theatre Festival held at the Shizuoka Performing Arts Centre (SPAC), from 6 to 8 May 2022.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2022
A Japanese version of Brett Bailey's Constellations will be presented this weekend by Third World Bunfight at the World Theatre Festival held at the Shizuoka Performing Arts Centre (SPAC), from 6 to 8 May 2022.
LOBBY HERO is Now Playing at the New National Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2022
The second work in the series 'Voices Stories exploring discussion, criticism, dialogue, and so on' is Lobby Hero, written by Kenneth LONERGAN, whose film Manchester by the Sea won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2022
The second work in the series 'Voices Stories exploring discussion, criticism, dialogue, and so on' is Lobby Hero, written by Kenneth LONERGAN, whose film Manchester by the Sea won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
CINDERELLA Comes to the New National Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
A much-loved repertoire of the National Ballet of Japan. This production, choreographed by Sir Frederick ASHTON, is among the best of many 'Cinderella' ballets, and has been performed by the Royal Ballet and other leading ballet companies around the world. It is a valuable repertoire for the National Ballet of Japan, the only ballet company in Japan to have it in its repertoire.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
A much-loved repertoire of the National Ballet of Japan. This production, choreographed by Sir Frederick ASHTON, is among the best of many 'Cinderella' ballets, and has been performed by the Royal Ballet and other leading ballet companies around the world. It is a valuable repertoire for the National Ballet of Japan, the only ballet company in Japan to have it in its repertoire.
New National Theatre Cancels More Performances of THE ANTIPODES
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
New National Theatre has cancelled the performances of The Antipodes from 8 to 11 April as a person involved in the production had a fever. It turned out that the person was tested negative for COVID-19 and all other members involved in The Antipodes were also tested negative for COVID-19.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
New National Theatre has cancelled the performances of The Antipodes from 8 to 11 April as a person involved in the production had a fever. It turned out that the person was tested negative for COVID-19 and all other members involved in The Antipodes were also tested negative for COVID-19.
Performances of THE ANTIPODES at New National Theatre Cancelled Due to COVID-19
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
KATO Ririka, who is to perform in The Antipodes, had a fever and took a COVID-19 test. The test revealed that she is infected with COVID-19. In light of this development, New National Theatre has decided to cancel the preview performances on 3 and 4 April as we are unable to prepare for them.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
KATO Ririka, who is to perform in The Antipodes, had a fever and took a COVID-19 test. The test revealed that she is infected with COVID-19. In light of this development, New National Theatre has decided to cancel the preview performances on 3 and 4 April as we are unable to prepare for them.
New National Theatre Announces Reappointment of the Chairman, and the Artistic Director of Ballet & Dance
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2022
As of 8th of March, the Board of Directors of the New National Theatre Foundation has reappointed TOKURA Masakazu as the Chairman.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2022
As of 8th of March, the Board of Directors of the New National Theatre Foundation has reappointed TOKURA Masakazu as the Chairman.
New National Theatre Tokyo Announces 2022/23 Opera Season
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2022
New National Theatre has announced the opera program for the 2022/23 season, marking the 25th anniversary of the New National Theatre, Tokyo.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2022
New National Theatre has announced the opera program for the 2022/23 season, marking the 25th anniversary of the New National Theatre, Tokyo.
GIULIO CESARE Will Be Performed at the New National Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2022
Expectations were high on all sides when Artistic Director of Opera, ONO Kazushi, scheduled Giulio Cesare as the first production in our baroque opera series. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic put rehearsals and performances on hold. After two and a half years of anticipation, the New National Theatre are now finally able to bring this magnificent baroque opera to the Opera Palace.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2022
Expectations were high on all sides when Artistic Director of Opera, ONO Kazushi, scheduled Giulio Cesare as the first production in our baroque opera series. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic put rehearsals and performances on hold. After two and a half years of anticipation, the New National Theatre are now finally able to bring this magnificent baroque opera to the Opera Palace.
The New National Theatre Cancels YOSHIDA MIYAKO'S SELECTION Due to COVID-19
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2022
The New National Theatre's Ballet 'Yoshida Miyako's Selection' has been cancelled due to COVID-19 infections within the company. The ballet was set to be performed 19-23 February.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2022
The New National Theatre's Ballet 'Yoshida Miyako's Selection' has been cancelled due to COVID-19 infections within the company. The ballet was set to be performed 19-23 February.
Casting Changes Announced For Der Rosenkavalier at New National Theatre, Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2022
Due to health reasons, Kristinn SIGMUNDSSON has withdrawn from singing the role of Der Baron Ochs auf Lerchenau. Due to personal reasons, Maria KATAEVA has withdrawn from singing the role of Octavian.
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2022
Due to health reasons, Kristinn SIGMUNDSSON has withdrawn from singing the role of Der Baron Ochs auf Lerchenau. Due to personal reasons, Maria KATAEVA has withdrawn from singing the role of Octavian.
NNTT's Opera SUPER ANGELS to be Screened at National Taichung Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
To celebrate the Lunar New Year, the National Taichung Theater (NTT) in Taiwan will present NNT cinema, a special series of screening events from 1 to 5 February.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2022
To celebrate the Lunar New Year, the National Taichung Theater (NTT) in Taiwan will present NNT cinema, a special series of screening events from 1 to 5 February.
New National Theatre, Tokyo Joins Google Arts & Culture
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
Since its inception in 1997, NNTT has presented world-class performing arts. Now we exhibit some costumes and stage sets in the open space, lovingly nicknamed 'Hatsudai Art Loft'. Through Google Arts & Culture, those exhibits are accessible from anywhere. Plus, the advantage of digital allows us to see the details of each material. If you zoom in, you can clearly see every decor of the marvelous stage costumes and sets.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2022
Since its inception in 1997, NNTT has presented world-class performing arts. Now we exhibit some costumes and stage sets in the open space, lovingly nicknamed 'Hatsudai Art Loft'. Through Google Arts & Culture, those exhibits are accessible from anywhere. Plus, the advantage of digital allows us to see the details of each material. If you zoom in, you can clearly see every decor of the marvelous stage costumes and sets.
2022 Tokyo Performing Arts Festival Kicks Off This Week
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
This year, from January 19th to March 29th, 4th year of Reiwa, there are 11 fields of orchestra, chamber music, opera, contemporary theater, ballet, contemporary dance, Japanese music, Japanese dance, Nogaku, folk entertainment, and vaudeville entertainment. Performances of various performances will be held at various venues in Tokyo.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
This year, from January 19th to March 29th, 4th year of Reiwa, there are 11 fields of orchestra, chamber music, opera, contemporary theater, ballet, contemporary dance, Japanese music, Japanese dance, Nogaku, folk entertainment, and vaudeville entertainment. Performances of various performances will be held at various venues in Tokyo.
New National Theatre Tokyo Will Stream A DREAM OF ARMAGEDDON Beginning This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
New National Theatre Tokyo will stream FUJIKURA Dai's opera A Dream of Armageddon - our bold new masterpiece world-premiered in November 2020.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2022
New National Theatre Tokyo will stream FUJIKURA Dai's opera A Dream of Armageddon - our bold new masterpiece world-premiered in November 2020.
JOHNNY'S ISLAND: THE NEW WORLD Comes to Tokyo Imperial Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2022
Johnny's Island: The New World is the 11th incarnation of a long-running series first launched as 'Johnny's World' back in 2012. It is a Broadway/Vegas-style entertainment showcase of theatre, dance, music, and acrobatic spectacle, with each show's cast made up of the hottest rising young stars of Japan's biggest talent agency Johnny & Associates.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2022
Johnny's Island: The New World is the 11th incarnation of a long-running series first launched as 'Johnny's World' back in 2012. It is a Broadway/Vegas-style entertainment showcase of theatre, dance, music, and acrobatic spectacle, with each show's cast made up of the hottest rising young stars of Japan's biggest talent agency Johnny & Associates.
New National Theatre Tokyo Launches Educational Programme vol.1 Welcome to the Cinderella Castle!
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
This is the first project in the series of our new Educational Programme, allowing participants to experience the art of ballet and the appeal of the live stage. This time, we take a look at the stage for 'Cinderella', scheduled to be performed in May 2022.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
This is the first project in the series of our new Educational Programme, allowing participants to experience the art of ballet and the appeal of the live stage. This time, we take a look at the stage for 'Cinderella', scheduled to be performed in May 2022.
New National Theatre Tokyo Makes Changes to Programme, Conductor, and Ticket Sales For YOSHIDA MIYAKO'S SELECTION
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2021
Due to the current Government's border enforcement measures concerning Omicron variant of COVID-19, it became difficult to continue preparations for the performances as planned. Therefore New National Theatre, Tokyo has decided to change the programme, conductor and ticket sales for 'Yoshida Miyako's Selection.'
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2021
Due to the current Government's border enforcement measures concerning Omicron variant of COVID-19, it became difficult to continue preparations for the performances as planned. Therefore New National Theatre, Tokyo has decided to change the programme, conductor and ticket sales for 'Yoshida Miyako's Selection.'
Permanent Production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is Coming to Tokyo Disney
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2021
Tokyo Disney Resort will get a permanent production of Beauty and the Beast in 2022. The production will be in partnership with Shiki Theatre Company, which is known for translating Disney’s Broadway productions such as “Frozen”, “The Little Mermaid”, and the original “Beauty and the Beast” to Japanese.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2021
Tokyo Disney Resort will get a permanent production of Beauty and the Beast in 2022. The production will be in partnership with Shiki Theatre Company, which is known for translating Disney’s Broadway productions such as “Frozen”, “The Little Mermaid”, and the original “Beauty and the Beast” to Japanese.
New National Theatre Tokyo Launches NNTT Stream Platform
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2021
New National Theatre Tokyo (NNTT) has announced the launch of its new online streaming platform - NNTT Stream. On this platform, you can enjoy the world-class Opera, Ballet, Dance, Drama performances presented on the NNTT's stages.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2021
New National Theatre Tokyo (NNTT) has announced the launch of its new online streaming platform - NNTT Stream. On this platform, you can enjoy the world-class Opera, Ballet, Dance, Drama performances presented on the NNTT's stages.
MURAKAMI Kota Replaces Luciano GANCI in MADAMA BUTTERFLY at the New National Theatre, Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2021
Due to the Japanese government's travelling restrictions from overseas, Luciano GANCI has withdrawn from singing the role of Pinkerton for Madama Butterfly from 5-12 December. MURAKAMI Kota will take on this role.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2021
Due to the Japanese government's travelling restrictions from overseas, Luciano GANCI has withdrawn from singing the role of Pinkerton for Madama Butterfly from 5-12 December. MURAKAMI Kota will take on this role.
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