Interview : Kazuya Ohashi & Takuto Teranishi Lead “AmberS” Inaugural Production at EX THEATER ARIAKE
by Ayaka Ozaki - May 6, 2026
'AmberS' is currently being staged as the inaugural production of the newly opened EX THEATER ARIAKE in Tokyo’s Ariake district. Bringing together some of Japan’s most distinguished creative talents, including creative producer, original creator, and playwright Shigeaki Kato, director Masahiko Kawahara, music director Taisei Iwasaki, and character design supervisor Isao Tsuge, the production presents a visually and emotionally compelling theatrical experience. Centered on Kazuya Ohashi’s spirited youth Evel and Takuto Teranishi s enigmatic pianist Alan, the story follows a cast of characters navigating a world on the brink of transformation. This review takes a closer look at the dress rehearsal held on April 24.
Casts Set For Theatre Now's SOUND BITES 13
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Theatre Now's SOUND BITES 13 announced casting for its annual Festival of 10-Minute Musicals at Symphony Space, hosted by Tony nominee Andrew Lippa, featuring Courtney Bassett, Leenya Rideout, and nearly 50 performers.
Student Blog: No Mics, No Marking, No Holding Back
by Student Blogger: Olivia Corliss - Mar 1, 2026
For a show where Greek gods descend into chaos, the world collapses, and time stands still, the spectacle has to match the scale of the story. Here’s a glimpse into how tech week transformed our stage into something larger than life.
Full Cast Set For MTFESTUK 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026
The six original musicals announced as part of MTFestUK 2026 are now complete with a dazzling cast of musical theatre powerhouses. Learn more about the event here!
Review: Disney's FROZEN in Tokyo
by Ayaka Ozaki - Nov 30, 2025
Based on the 2013 animated feature Frozen — one of the most beloved films in the history of Walt Disney Animation Studios — the stage musical premiered on Broadway in 2018 and opened in Japan in 2021 at JR East Shiki Theatre [HARU].