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New National Theatre Tokyo

1-1-1, Hon-machi, Shibuya-ku
Tokyo

Review: THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE-DAME by Shiki Theatre Company

Review: THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE-DAME by Shiki Theatre Company

by Ayaka Ozaki · July 27, 2026

Based on Victor Hugo’s classic novel The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, Disney Theatrical Group’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a powerful musical that explores the fate of Quasimodo and the complex human relationships surrounding him in 15th-century Paris. Set against the backdrop of Notre Dame Cath…

公演レポート:劇団四季ミュージカル『ノートルダムの鐘』

公演レポート:劇団四季ミュージカル『ノートルダムの鐘』

by Ayaka Ozaki · July 27, 2026

文豪ヴィクトル·ユゴーの名作小説『ノートルダム·ド·パリ』を原作に、ディズニー·シアトリカル·グループが舞台化したミュージカル『ノートルダムの鐘』。15世紀のパリを舞台に、ノートルダム大聖堂の鐘楼で生きるカ…

Feature: UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN – UNIVERSAL COOL SUMMER: DISCOVER U!!!

Feature: UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN – UNIVERSAL COOL SUMMER: DISCOVER U!!!

by Ayaka Ozaki · July 9, 2026

​​​​​​​Universal Studios Japan is celebrating its 25th anniversary with its summer event, “Universal Cool Summer – Discover U!!!”. For summer 2026, the park is introducing an all-new lineup of nighttime entertainment, inviting guests of all ages to enjoy the season from day to ni…

USJ体験レポ:ユニバーサル・クール・サマー~DISCOVER U!!!~

USJ体験レポ:ユニバーサル・クール・サマー~DISCOVER U!!!~

by Ayaka Ozaki · July 9, 2026

​​​​​​​ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパンでは、開業25周年を記念した夏季イベント「ユニバーサル・クール・サマー~Discover U!!!~」を開催する。2026年の夏は、大人も子どもも昼から夜まで思いきり楽しめるよう�…

Review: AVANTGARDEY TOUR 2026

Review: AVANTGARDEY TOUR 2026

by Ayaka Ozaki · July 4, 2026

avantgardey: A dance team produced by akane(Read: Interview: Producer akane Makes AGT Finalist, avantgardey Go Viral), the choreographer behind “Bubbly Dance,” consisting of 16 members. Established in 2022, they gained recognition in 2023 as finalists on the renowned American famous TV show, '…

公演レポート:AVANTGARDEY TOUR 2026

公演レポート:AVANTGARDEY TOUR 2026

by Ayaka Ozaki · July 4, 2026

アバンギャルディ:バブリーダンスの振付師、akane(参照:独占インタビュー:世界中で大バズり'アバンギャルディ'プロデューサーakane)プロデュースによる16名で結成されたダンスチーム。2022年に発足、2023年にはアメリ�…

Review: MAMMA MIA! BY SHIKI THEATRE COMPANY at Kanagawa Arts Theatre

Review: MAMMA MIA! BY SHIKI THEATRE COMPANY at Kanagawa Arts Theatre

by Ayaka Ozaki · June 22, 2026

Featuring the timeless hits of the world-renowned pop group ABBA, “MAMMA MIA!” is a feel-good musical that has captivated audiences around the globe. Beloved songs including “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” and “The Winner Takes It All” are seamlessly woven into the story, creating a he…

公演レポート:劇団四季 ミュージカル『マンマ・ミーア!』

公演レポート:劇団四季 ミュージカル『マンマ・ミーア!』

by Ayaka Ozaki · June 22, 2026

世界的人気グループABBAのヒットナンバーで彩られたミュージカル『マンマ・ミーア!』。『ダンシング・クイーン』『マンマ・ミーア』『勝者が全てを』をはじめとするABBAの名曲が物語と巧みに融合し、笑いと感動に満ち�…

Past Shows

110 total · showing 41–50

1001

1001

May 1 – May 31, 2019

In the world of Japanese theatre, Shonen Oujakan is a company that radiates presence like no other. Their evocative and perhaps even slightly frightening staging stimulate, invigorate and intoxicate the audiences. This will be the first time the Nagoya-based company led by AMANO...

The Seagull

The Seagull

Apr 1 – Apr 30, 2019

Each season, we will be presenting a play with the entire cast selected by audition. The first in this series is Anton CHEKHOV's timeless classic "The Seagull". This will form one of the main objective of OGAWA Eriko's as Artistic Director, which will provide opportunities for...

KOTSU-KOTSU Project

KOTSU-KOTSU Project

Mar 1 – Mar 31, 2019

This project develops works throughout an entire year, with Artistic Director's intention of "providing space and time for creators to experiment with what could not be achieved in the usual rehearsal period of one month: create, discard everything and create again." This...

Skylight

Skylight

Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2018

For her inaugural directorial play as Artistic Director of Drama, OGAWA Eriko has chosen to direct "Skylight" by David HARE, an outstanding piece based on trust in the power of 'dialogue', arguably the foundation of theatre. Since its first showing in 1995, this work has been...

The Misunderstanding

The Misunderstanding

Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2018

Opening OGAWA Eriko's first season as Artistic Director of Drama is a performance of "The Misunderstanding" by the 20th century French playwright and author Albert CAMUS. While works by CAMUS have been performed quite often in Japan, "The Misunderstanding" in particular is the...

Morning Disappearance

Morning Disappearance

Jul 12 – Jul 29, 2018

HORAI Ryuta wrote this play which concludes MIYATA Keiko's final Season as Artistic Director of Drama. Having served eight years as the Artistic Director of Drama at the New National Theatre Tokyo, MIYATA suggested HORAI to write a play about the present, in which the issues...

Yume no Sakeme

Yume no Sakeme

Jun 4 – Jun 24, 2018

Written in 2001 as part of the "The Age and Memory" series, "Yume no Sakeme (A Crack in the Dream)" was followed by "Yume no Namida (Tears of the Dream)" in 2003 and "Yume no Kasabuta (Scab of the Dream)" in 2006 to form the "Tokyo Trial" trilogy, questioning the Tokyo Trial and...

Henry V

Henry V

May 17 – Jun 3, 2018

The New National Theatre Tokyo has been the talk of the theatrical world with its handling of Shakespeare's historical plays, including "Henry VI" in 2009 and "Richard III" in 2012, as well as the success of its presentation of the "Henry VI" trilogy. Last season, we opened with...

1984

1984

Apr 12 – May 13, 2018

Following on from "Marjorie Prime", this is the sixth in our series of of presenting Japan Premiere of Western plays ta the NNTT. This time, we present "1984", an outstanding work nominated for a Laurence Olivier Award in 2014. Based on the George ORWELL novel "1984" written in...

Swan Lake

Swan Lake

Apr 30 – May 6, 2018

Out of the classical ballet repertoire, this work is unquestionably an audience favourite. The NNTT's Swan Lake was revised in 2006 by the former Artistic Director, MAKI Asami. It maintains its elegance, to which is brought the memorable staging of the English artist, Peter...

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