Disney on Classic Retrospective - Through the years with Tony Clements
by Mara Jill Herman - October 30, 2018
I recently had the opportunity to interview Tony Clements, Creative Director for Harmony Japan, New York. A native of Waterford, Wisconsin, Tony spent much of his early theater years in Milwaukee. He has been with Disney on Classic since 2007 and brings a very special perspective to navigating a career as multi-hyphenate artist.
by Mara Jill Herman - October 30, 2018
I recently had the opportunity to interview Tony Clements, Creative Director for Harmony Japan, New York. A native of Waterford, Wisconsin, Tony spent much of his early theater years in Milwaukee. He has been with Disney on Classic since 2007 and brings a very special perspective to navigating a career as multi-hyphenate artist.
NO MAN'S LAND Comes To The New National Theatre, Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2018
New National Theatre in Tokyo presents Harold Pinter's No Man's Land this November!
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2018
New National Theatre in Tokyo presents Harold Pinter's No Man's Land this November!
Photo Flash: First Look At The World Premiere Of IKIRU, A New Musical Based On Akira Kurosawa's Film
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
The world premiere of 'IKIRU,' a new musical based on legendary filmmaker Akira Kurosawa's masterpiece, opened earlier this month to rave audience reviews in Tokyo.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
The world premiere of 'IKIRU,' a new musical based on legendary filmmaker Akira Kurosawa's masterpiece, opened earlier this month to rave audience reviews in Tokyo.
Praemium Imperiale International Arts Award Celebrated In Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
At a ceremony in Tokyo today, His Imperial Highnesses Prince Hitachi, honorary patron of the Japan Art Association, and Princess Hitachi paid homage to the winners of the organization's 2018 Praemium Imperiale International Arts Award. They are Pierre Alechinsky, Painting (Belgium/France); Fujiko Nakaya, Sculpture (Japan); Christian de Portzamparc, Architecture (France); Riccardo Muti, Music (Italy); and Catherine Deneuve, Theatre/Film (France).
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
At a ceremony in Tokyo today, His Imperial Highnesses Prince Hitachi, honorary patron of the Japan Art Association, and Princess Hitachi paid homage to the winners of the organization's 2018 Praemium Imperiale International Arts Award. They are Pierre Alechinsky, Painting (Belgium/France); Fujiko Nakaya, Sculpture (Japan); Christian de Portzamparc, Architecture (France); Riccardo Muti, Music (Italy); and Catherine Deneuve, Theatre/Film (France).
THE GOOD PERSON OF SZECHWAN Comes To Tokyo International Players Today
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2018
The Tokyo International Players present THE GOOD PERSON OF SZECHWAN, running from Oct. 18 to Oct. 21.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2018
The Tokyo International Players present THE GOOD PERSON OF SZECHWAN, running from Oct. 18 to Oct. 21.
ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Comes To New National Theatre, Tokyo Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2018
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2018
NO MAN'S LAND Comes To New National Theatre Tokyo Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2018
The New National Theatre, Tokyo presents NO MAN'S LAND, running Nov. 8 to Nov. 25.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2018
The New National Theatre, Tokyo presents NO MAN'S LAND, running Nov. 8 to Nov. 25.
THE GOOD PERSON OF SZECHWAN Comes To Tokyo International Players 10/18
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2018
The Tokyo International Players present THE GOOD PERSON OF SZECHWAN, running from Oct. 18 to Oct. 21.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2018
The Tokyo International Players present THE GOOD PERSON OF SZECHWAN, running from Oct. 18 to Oct. 21.
EXPRESSION IN TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY DANCE Comes To Sachiyo Ito & Company Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018
The Sachiyo Ito & Company dance troupe is performing EXPRESSION IN TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY DANCE on Oct. 21.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018
The Sachiyo Ito & Company dance troupe is performing EXPRESSION IN TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY DANCE on Oct. 21.
JERSEY BOYS Comes To Ntk Hall Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
The touring company of JERSEY BOYS is coming to the NTK Hall, running on Oct. 17 and Oct. 18.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
The touring company of JERSEY BOYS is coming to the NTK Hall, running on Oct. 17 and Oct. 18.
GHOST THE MUSICAL Set to Play at the Kariya Sogo Bunka Center this Month
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2018
Ghost the Musical national tour heads to Nagoya for two days only, September 22 and September 23
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2018
Ghost the Musical national tour heads to Nagoya for two days only, September 22 and September 23
THE MISUNDERSTANDING Comes To New National Theatre Tokyo Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2018
The play THE MISUNDERSTANDING is heading to The New National Theatre Tokyo, running from Oct. 4 to Oct. 21.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2018
The play THE MISUNDERSTANDING is heading to The New National Theatre Tokyo, running from Oct. 4 to Oct. 21.
CATS Opens At Shiki Theatre Company in Japan
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2018
The Shiki Theatre Company opened Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic hit CATS on Aug. 11, and it will run through June 2019.
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2018
The Shiki Theatre Company opened Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic hit CATS on Aug. 11, and it will run through June 2019.
VIDEO: TAKETORI Joins Contemporary Noh Theatre Series IX at the Setagaya Public Theatre
by Rachel Katz - August 16, 2018
Taketori, written by Toshiko Hirata, opens at the Setagaya Public Theatre October 5, 2018 and is set to close October 17, 2018.
by Rachel Katz - August 16, 2018
Taketori, written by Toshiko Hirata, opens at the Setagaya Public Theatre October 5, 2018 and is set to close October 17, 2018.
Yokohama Theatre Group Features TOKYO FUGUE and SHE WOLF in Double Bill
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
Opening December 8 and closing December 10, audiences will get the chance to experience Tokyo Fugue and She Wolf at the World Peace Theatre in Kawasaki.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
Opening December 8 and closing December 10, audiences will get the chance to experience Tokyo Fugue and She Wolf at the World Peace Theatre in Kawasaki.
Audition to Train with the Best when AMDA Comes to Tokyo on 22 September
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2018
The American Musical and Dramatic Academy will be in Japan to conduct placement and scholarship auditions in Tokyo on 22 September. AMDA is a fully accredited, not-for-profit higher education institution devoted to training the actor, singer, and dancer for stage, film, and television.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2018
The American Musical and Dramatic Academy will be in Japan to conduct placement and scholarship auditions in Tokyo on 22 September. AMDA is a fully accredited, not-for-profit higher education institution devoted to training the actor, singer, and dancer for stage, film, and television.
BWW Review: Ninja Ballet Thrills with Explosive Martial Arts and Enchanting Live Music
by Cindy Sibilsky - July 02, 2018
As if a prelude to the Independence Day fireworks, Artistic Director/Choreographer Shoko Tamai's Ninja Ballet: 'Ma' (Negative Space) debuting at the Secret Theatre in Long Island City, explodes with a dynamic blend of Eastern and Western dance styles, theatrics and the elegance of classical ballet fused with thrilling martial arts fight choreography and live musical accompaniment featuring traditional instruments from Asian, Middle Eastern and Native American cultures that transport the viewer to another place and era.
by Cindy Sibilsky - July 02, 2018
As if a prelude to the Independence Day fireworks, Artistic Director/Choreographer Shoko Tamai's Ninja Ballet: 'Ma' (Negative Space) debuting at the Secret Theatre in Long Island City, explodes with a dynamic blend of Eastern and Western dance styles, theatrics and the elegance of classical ballet fused with thrilling martial arts fight choreography and live musical accompaniment featuring traditional instruments from Asian, Middle Eastern and Native American cultures that transport the viewer to another place and era.
SWAN LAKE Comes To The Tokyo Ballet Today
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
The Tokyo Ballet presents the classic ballet SWAN LAKE at the Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, running from June 29 to July 1.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
The Tokyo Ballet presents the classic ballet SWAN LAKE at the Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, running from June 29 to July 1.
Caesars Entertainment Presents World-Renowned Singing Superstar Celine Dion At Tokyo Dome For First Japanese Performance In Twelve Years
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
Legendary icon and Las Vegas resident performer Celine Dion launched her 22-city tour across the Asian-Pacific region with a spectacular two-hour, sold out performance inside the Tokyo Dome last night. The Celine Dion Live 2018 Tour Tokyo performance was presented by Caesars Entertainment Corporation (NASDAQ: CZR), a global leader in the gaming, hospitality, MICE and live entertainment industries.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
Legendary icon and Las Vegas resident performer Celine Dion launched her 22-city tour across the Asian-Pacific region with a spectacular two-hour, sold out performance inside the Tokyo Dome last night. The Celine Dion Live 2018 Tour Tokyo performance was presented by Caesars Entertainment Corporation (NASDAQ: CZR), a global leader in the gaming, hospitality, MICE and live entertainment industries.
BWW Review: SEVEN SOULS IN THE SKULL CASTLE (DOKUROJO NO SHICHININ) at IHI Stage Around Tokyo
by Cindy Sibilsky - June 25, 2018
Seven Souls in the Skull Castle (Dokurojo no Shichinin), The Ultimate Fighting Fantasy Spectacle at IHI Stage Around Tokyo, Makes History for Japan and the Global Entertainment Industry. #japan #ihistagearoundtokyo #360theater #japanesetheater #revolutionary #success
by Cindy Sibilsky - June 25, 2018
Seven Souls in the Skull Castle (Dokurojo no Shichinin), The Ultimate Fighting Fantasy Spectacle at IHI Stage Around Tokyo, Makes History for Japan and the Global Entertainment Industry. #japan #ihistagearoundtokyo #360theater #japanesetheater #revolutionary #success
SWAN LAKE Comes To The Tokyo Ballet 6/29
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2018
The Tokyo Ballet presents the classic ballet SWAN LAKE at the Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, running from June 29 to July 1.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2018
The Tokyo Ballet presents the classic ballet SWAN LAKE at the Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, running from June 29 to July 1.
EVITA Comes To Tokyu Theatre Orb Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2018
Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic EVITA is coming to Tokyu Theatre Orb from July 4 to July 29.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2018
Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic EVITA is coming to Tokyu Theatre Orb from July 4 to July 29.
Lawson Young of DISNEY ON CLASSIC at Tokyu Theatre Orb
by Mara Jill Herman - May 31, 2018
Originally from Saratoga Springs, New York, performer Lawson Young and I met on tour last fall in Tokyo, where she played Rapunzel in Disney On Classic's Tangled. Now Lawson returns to Japan for DOC's Spring Gala! This Broadway veteran discusses what it's like to sing with a 60-piece orchestra and the challenges of working in a foreign country.
by Mara Jill Herman - May 31, 2018
Originally from Saratoga Springs, New York, performer Lawson Young and I met on tour last fall in Tokyo, where she played Rapunzel in Disney On Classic's Tangled. Now Lawson returns to Japan for DOC's Spring Gala! This Broadway veteran discusses what it's like to sing with a 60-piece orchestra and the challenges of working in a foreign country.
Tokyo International Players Presents THE WHO'S TOMMY; Beings Today
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018
The Tokyo International Players will present THE WHO'S TOMMY at The Pocket, Nakano, running May 17 to May 20.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018
The Tokyo International Players will present THE WHO'S TOMMY at The Pocket, Nakano, running May 17 to May 20.
Sun And Moon Entertainments Announces The Second Performance Of Show Tunes Concert
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Sun and Moon Entertainments announces the second performance of Show Tunes: A Musical Concert, featuring musicians and actors currently active in New York and Tokyo, in an impressive collection of popular musical scores. The event will be held in Tokyo, Japan on Sunday, July 29, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Sun and Moon Entertainments announces the second performance of Show Tunes: A Musical Concert, featuring musicians and actors currently active in New York and Tokyo, in an impressive collection of popular musical scores. The event will be held in Tokyo, Japan on Sunday, July 29, 2018.
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