TOHO's stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli's Oscar-winning animated film, performed in Japanese by a company of 50 actors, puppeteers, and musicians as part of its 2026–2028 world tour. The production is directed and co-adapted by John Caird, with set design by Jon Bausor, puppets by Toby Olié, choreography by Shigehiro Ide, and costumes by Sachiko Nakahara. The story follows Chihiro, who stumbles into a spirit world ruled by the sorceress Yubaba and must find a way to free her parents and return home. The Taipei engagement marks the beginning of the international world tour leg.
Cast and Creative Team for Spirited Away at National Theater, Taipei
Creative Team
John Caird
Director
Maoko Imai
Co-Adaptor
Brad Haak
Musical Director
Jon Bausor
Scenic Designer
Toby Olié
Puppet Designer
Shigehiro Ide
Choreographer
Sachiko Nakahara
Costume Designer
Koichi Yamamoto
Sound Designer
News About Spirited Away at National Theater, Taipei
SPIRITED AWAY Will Make North American Premiere at Toronto's Princess of Wales Theatre
June 29, 2026 Mirvish Productions announced the North American premiere of TOHO's Japanese stage adaptation of SPIRITED AWAY, performed in Japanese with English surtitles by a company of 50, at Toronto's Princess of Wales Theatre.About the Theatre
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