A dance show with the themes of "life," "love," and "hope," that creates a "sensational" atmosphere that captures the attention.
France at the end of the 18th century—after several years from the French Revolution, in which the downtrodden common men and women rose up for freedom and sent many a noble to the guillotines of the Revolutionary Government. English aristocrat Sir Percival Blakeney [Percy] (Yuzuru Kurenai), opposed to the reign of terror, was hiding his true identity to assist falsely arrested nobles flee France, calling himself the “Scarlet Pimpernel,” after a star-shaped red flower in England. Chauvelin (Makoto Rei), the chief agent of the Committee of Public Safety of the Revolutionary Government, was hunting for the Scarlet Pimpernel to reveal his identity. Book and Lyrics by Nan Knighton Music by Frank Wildhorn Based on the Novel “The Scarlet Pimpernel” by Baroness Orczy Original Broadway Production Produced by Radio City Entertainment and Ted Forstmann With Pierre Cossette, Bill Haber, Hallmark Entertainment and Kathleen Raitt Adaptation and direction by Shuichiro Koike
It is 17th-century France, where Louis XIV, the "Sun King," reigns. The Musketeers, who answer to the king, diligently train themselves day in and day out to protect their liege and the state. Each of these highly skilled warriors also has a unique personality: Porthos is courageous and daring, Athos is calm and reassuring, Aramis is a ladies' man like none other in his time, while d'Artagnan is our invincible hero. All, meanwhile, are utterly proud and brave warriors.
Takarazuka Snow Troupe 2021 performance based on the novel "The Man Who Was Magic" by Paul Gallico.
Takarazuka Star Troupe 2007 performance of the musical Secret Hunter and the revue Sakura, performed at the Takarazuka Grand Theater and Tokyo Takarazuka Theater.
Takarazuka Flower Troupe 2021 production of "Gin-chan's Love", based on Tsuka Kouhei's "Kamata Kōshin Kyoku". A human interest tale of the kind you've never seen before. It all starts when the egoistic actor Gin-chan's girlfriend Konatsu gets pregnant, and he forces his underling, the stunt actor Yasu, and Konatsu to get married against their wills....
This is the story of a poet who lived at the time of the French Revolution. The poet's name was Andrea Chénier. He lived and died amongst love and bloodshed. The numerous words of truth spun by this revolutionary poet became poems for eternity. Even today, they continue to shine light on the hopes that rest in people's hearts. The tidal wave of the times, when everyone believes that the ideal kind of society has arrived, will in time move in the wrong direction. Ironically, Andrea and Maddalena will be joined together by a thing called love. Idealism, which has been pushed to the forefront of reality, is toying with Gérard's life. Before long, a raging torrent that provides an omen of the tragedy to come will overwhelm all three of them.
2014 Takarazuka Revue Star Troupe production. This is the story of a hero, a man who rescued France from the chaos of revolution. His name was Napoléon Bonaparte. Having climbed to unparalleled heights after conquering Europe and becoming the first Emperor in the history of France, what was this hero seeking? Whom did he love? The truth behind this man who led such a turbulent life is about to unfold.
Yamate Kiichirō published many literary masterpieces, including "Yumesuke and the Gift of 1000 Ryō". An adaption of this masterpiece of a novel that depicts the activities of Yumesuke, a young and kind-hearted young man who has strong skills but hates fighting, will be staged in the Takarazuka Revue as an exciting period drama.
Recording of the Takarazuka Revue's 2008 Moon Troupe production of the musical "Me and My Girl."
Bonnie & Clyde is a musical with music by Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Don Black and a book by Ivan Menchell. The musical centers on Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, the ill-fated lovers and outlaws whose story has been infamous since they achieved folk hero status during the Great Depression. Wildhorn described the music as a "non-traditional score, combining rockabilly, blues and gospel music". The current Snow Troupe top combi Ayakaze Sakina and Yumeshiro Aya play the titular Bonnie & Clyde.
Octavian: the first emperor of Rome, who was granted the title "Augustus," meaning “the illustrious one.” How did this man become the heir of Julius Caesar, who had died in the middle of his career? This young hero who, following clashes with Caesar’s confidants like Mark Antony and Brutus, reached at the boundaries of the Pax Romana, is portrayed in this drama that interweaves historical fact with imaginative fiction.
Yuzuka Rei, with wild seductiveness, is really a “Cool Beast”!! With Yuzuka Rei and Hana Yuuki donning the garb of the Beast and Glossy Flower respectively, a fascinating world is woven of the dreams of the beautiful and kind Beast. Enjoy a passionate and exciting Latin show from the highly unique and original Flower Troupe performers!
The story is set in the capital of Earth, Takarazuka-City. The peaceful planet Earth — a united world where war, crime, and all evils have been overcome — receives a visit from Baddy, a vagabond rogue from the moon. Baddy is a super-cool, elegant, and a heavy smoker. But he soon finds that smoking is outlawed across the face of the Earth. Baddy, accepting no limits, leads his gang and engages in all sorts of wrongdoing to make the dull world more interesting. His final goal is to steal the planetary budget guarded in Takarazuka Big Theater Bank. But all-mighty female investigator Goody is gaining on him!
The French word "charme" can express ideas such as "attractiveness," "loveliness," "magic" and "bewitchment." Lurking amid the flowers and lights of the city of Paris is a revue that unfolds on a stage below the city streets that is at once both provocative and captivating. Flower Troupe, a unique group led by Asumi Rio and her ability to amaze and mesmerize audiences with the variegated forms she takes on with each performance, hits the stage to present sophisticated brilliance, sensual beauty, along with hope of finding the light in the darkness.
A musical based on Aoike Yasuko's manga "El Halcon" and "Seven Seas, Seven Skies"
The Takarazuka Revue’s signature Show Groove features a mesmerizing and rousing collection of popular standards. Opening with a prologue highlighting spirited soul music, Greatest Hits! features scenes with popular Christmas songs and other masterpieces that enjoyed great popularity in their day yet continue to tug at our heartstrings. The greatest of the Snow Troupe performers, led by the hot and sexy yet composed Seina Sagiri, combine glimmering harmonies with glamorous dance.
During the 18th century, at the height of Rococo culture, Giacomo Casanova charmed the ladies and enjoyed his earthly affairs as he traveled across Europe. Set in Venice, the city of water against the Adriatic Sea, a new story of adventure unfolds for Casanova, who dreamed of freedom and longed for true love.