The innovative, critically acclaimed live stage production of Spirited Away — inspired by the Oscar-winning Studio Ghibli feature from animation legend Hayao Miyazaki — is coming to a screen near you, beamed straight from Japan. Hulu has picked up rights to globally live stream two performances of the tour finale at Nagoya’s Misonoza Theater this July.
The complexly crafted show, which features fantastical puppet constructions brought to life by teams of performers, stars a doubled cast — each roster will be presented in the two live streams:
July 3 cast:
- Chihiro: Kanna Hashimoto
- Haku: Kotaro Daigo
- No Face: Koharu Sugawara
- Lin/Chihiro’s Mother: Miyu Sakihi
- Kamaji: Tomorowo Taguchi
- Yubaba/Zeniba: Mari Natsuki
July 4 cast:
- Chihiro: Mone Kamishiraishi
- Haku: Hiroki Miura
- No Face: Tomohiko Tsujimoto
- Lin/Chihiro’s Mother: Fu Hinami
- Kamaji: Satoshi Hashimoto
- Yubaba/Zeniba: Romi Park
The story begins as Chihiro, a girl who is heading to her family’s new home, goes into a tunnel to find herself lost in the world of gods and supernatural beings. She encounters many spirits, but courageously overcomes their challenges on her way back to the human world. The theater is transformed into a supernatural bathhouse, inviting the audience into the enchanted world of spirits…
Honorary Associate Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company, John Caird (Les Misérables) directs the stage ensemble of 32 performers and over 50 puppets, designed by Toby Olié (The Little Mermaid 2012 for Walt Disney Theatrical, Pinocchio 2017 for the National Theatre, Animal Farm 2022 U.K. Tour).
Spirited Away recently closed its Tokyo run and is on its way to Osaka (April 13-14), followed by engagements in Fukuoka, Sapporo and finally Nagoya. The stage show is part of Toho Co., Ltd.’s 90th anniversary celebrations this year.
Check out more photos from the Tokyo performances here.
Visit tohostage.com to learn more about the production.
[Source: SoraNews24]
