Performer Joomin Hwang Broadway has come back to life after the pandemic, once again filled with energy and excitement. Among its many stars is the rare sight of an Asian performer taking the stage in one of the world’s most dazzling theaters. Today we speak with Joomin Hwang, a South Korean-born performer whose path began as a breakdancer before he …Read more
A scene from the West End production of “Pacific Overtures” (Photo credit Manuel Harlan) Actor Takuro Ohno has appeared in television dramas, films, and on stage in productions such as The Producers and Attack on Titan the Musical. After spending a year between 2019 and 2020 studying English abroad in New York, he found himself returning on several occasions to …Read more
Hello! This is Yamamoto from our staff. I attended Mozart’s masterwork Don Giovanni at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York. Often said to rival opera’s European heartlands, the Met delivers overwhelming scale and emotion. More than two centuries after its premiere, Don Giovanni continues to enchant audiences worldwide, and this production shows exactly why. Here is a report on …Read more
Hello, this is Ikeda from the editorial team. Recently I have been attending more adult oriented shows like “Moulin Rouge,” but this time I was invited to the long running classic The Lion King, and I am happy to share a family focused report. In short, this is a show anyone can enjoy, and it is especially recommended for families …Read more
Hello, this is staff writer Machida. This time I went to see the legendary Broadway musical Company. First staged in 1970, Company is a Stephen Sondheim classic known for its challenging score. I expected something old fashioned and difficult, but this reimagined revival is a light, witty comedy that feels fresh and easy to relate to today. Here is my …Read more
The performance schedules for Disney’s three hit Broadway musicals – The Lion King, Aladdin, and Frozen – will change starting in March 2020. Make sure to check the updated showtimes before purchasing your tickets. Broadway Musical Ticket Information Update! Wednesday matinee performances added Previously, Disney musicals only offered matinee performances on weekends, but starting in March 2020, each show will …Read more
The performance schedules for Disney’s three hit Broadway musicals – The Lion King, Aladdin, and Frozen – will be updated starting in late August 2019. Make sure to check the revised showtimes before purchasing your tickets. Broadway Musical Ticket Information Update! Aladdin adds Monday performances Most Broadway musicals are dark on Mondays (except for The Phantom of the Opera and …Read more
Currently playing at the Marquis Theatre since April 23, 2019, the Broadway musical Tootsie has become one of the most talked-about new shows of the year, earning 11 Tony Award nominations including Best Musical. Since its opening, the production has consistently ranked among the Top 10 highest-grossing shows on Broadway, coming in just behind Aladdin at No. 8 last week. …Read more
As the hit Disney musical Aladdin enters its sixth year on Broadway, a new cast has been announced featuring fresh leads for the roles of Aladdin and Genie. In our previous update (October 17, 2018), we reported the departure of Telly Leung, who had played Aladdin for a year and a half. Since then, fans have eagerly awaited news of …Read more
The Off-Broadway hit STOMP celebrates its 25th anniversary since its debut on February 27, 1994. Using everyday objects like trash can lids, buckets, brooms, and sticks, the performers create powerful rhythms and acrobatic movements that transform ordinary items into extraordinary instruments. Their one-of-a-kind performance has captivated audiences around the world. This video gives you a glimpse of how they turn …Read more
