Spirited Away at Meijiza, Tokyo
Dates: 3/1/2027 - 5/31/2027
📍 Theatre: Meijiza, Tokyo
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The original Japanese stage production of Studio Ghibli's Oscar-winning animated film Spirited Away, adapted for the stage by John Caird and co-adapted by Maoko Imai, is presented in the original Japanese with English captions. The production features a live orchestra performing the film score by Joe Hisaishi, arranged by Brad Haak, with set design by Jon Bausor, puppetry 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 use her wits to free her parents and return home.
Cast and Creative Team for Spirited Away at Meijiza, Tokyo
Creative Team
Hayao Miyazaki
Director
John Caird
Director
Haruka Ogi
Producer
Joe Hisaishi
Composer
Brad Haak
Musical Director
Conor Keelan
Orchestrator
Jon Bausor
Scenic Designer
Toby Olié
Puppetry Designer
Shigehiro Ide
Choreographer
Jiro Katsushiba
Lighting Designer
Koichi Yamamoto
Sound Designer
Sachiko Nakahara
Costume Designer
Hiroaki Miyauchi
Hair and Make Up Designer
Satoshi Kuriyama
Projection Designer
Takashi Hojo
Stage Manager
Maoko Imai
Assistant to the Director
Makoto Nagai
Associate Director
News About Spirited Away at Meijiza, Tokyo
SPIRITED AWAY Will Embark on World Tour Including Stop at London Coliseum in 2028
June 29, 2026 The stage adaptation of SPIRITED AWAY will embark on a world tour beginning in December, with stops in Taipei, Tokyo, Toronto, and Los Angeles before returning to the London Coliseum.About the Theatre
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