Honest Review of CHESS on Broadway – Is It Worth Seeing?

Hello, this is Sako from our staff. This time, we had the pleasure of seeing the musical CHESS together with theatre journalist Madoka Imura. Set against the political tensions of the Cold War, this musical combines powerful human drama with sweeping, memorable music. For this article, Madoka contributed the overview, story summary, and review sections. We hope you enjoy her …Read more

Honest Review of Gypsy on Broadway – Is It Worth Seeing?

Hello! This is Ikeda from the editorial team. On November 21, I had the chance to see the very first preview performance of the Broadway musical Gypsy. Yes, on opening night itself! The show was announced with almost no advance publicity, so it truly felt like a “first reveal,” and I headed to the theater with great anticipation. I’ll share …Read more

Honest Review of Don Giovanni on Broadway – Is It Worth Seeing?

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

Honest Review of The Lion King on Broadway – Is It Worth Seeing? [Part 2]

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

Honest Review of Company on Broadway- Is It Worth Seeing?

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

Honest Review of Moulin Rouge on Broadway – Is It Worth Seeing?

Laugh, cry, and feel every beat. If you want a musical that sweeps you away, this is the one. Set inside a sultry Paris cabaret, best for teens and adults Moulin Rouge! The Musical dazzles first-time visitors and devoted theater fans alike. Why are performances packed and some tickets premium priced? You start to see why the moment you walk …Read more

Honest Review of Wicked on Broadway – Is It Worth Seeing? [Part 2]

Hello, this is Ikeda from the editorial team. This time, four of us went to see Wicked together. Known worldwide as the prequel to “The Wizard of Oz,” this powerful story of friendship first gained fame through productions around the globe before becoming a Broadway sensation. The performances and vocals on Broadway are nothing short of overwhelming. In this report, …Read more