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New Opera “Yuzuru” Cautions Against the Dangers of Capitalism

Posted by Nobuko Tanaka | 8th Dec 2021 | Japan, Review, Theatre and Opera

For his first foray into the realm of opera, dramatist Toshiki Okada is tackling Ikuma Dan’s...

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“Twelve Angry Men”; 1950’s Courtroom Drama about Confronting Prejudice Still Rings True

Posted by Nobuko Tanaka | 22nd Oct 2020 | Interview, Japan, Theatre and Politics

Back in January, when English director Lindsay Posner visited Tokyo for preparatory meetings to...

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Toyooka Theater Festival Brings French Flair to Japan’s Theater Scene

Posted by Nobuko Tanaka | 14th Oct 2020 | Festivals, Interview, Japan

Performing arts festivals and opportunities to enjoy live entertainment have been few and far...

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