This play is based on “The Makropulos Case”, written by the famous Czech writer Karel Čapek. As usual, Takarazuka has added their own spin to the original story; the most notable change in this play is that the genders of most of the major characters have been reversed. (In the original play, the main character is a woman.)
America in the 1950s. Donovan, a genius con man, learns that his benefactor, a doctor in the slum where he was born and raised, has been murdered. It happened just as he was leading a movement against the redevelopment of the city. He is sure that the mafia, who are trying to get a bite, are involved. Donovan and his friends vow to take revenge, and after thorough investigation and preparation, they disguise themselves and sneak into a shady casino run by the mafia. Donovan sets a trap according to the scenario he had written, and a young man named Roger, who dreams of becoming a gambler, approaches him. After meeting Rogers sister Sharon, Donovan comes up with a change of plan...
Set in Rome, Italy, Roman Holiday portrays the fleeting love of Princess Ann and newspaper reporter Joe amidst a tour of several European countries. Starring the famous Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn, this film quickly rose to stardom and won three Academy awards. While the film premiered over half a century ago, it is still loved by people around the world. This timeless masterpiece will be rendered into a musical, starring Sagiri Seina and Sakihi Miyu of Snow Troupe. Please enjoy this heartwarming romance played out on the unique and glamorous Takarazuka stage.
The roaring '20s are still in high gear, and Berlin is the center of high life. Guests come and go at the opulent Grand Hotel, as cynical Doctor Otternschlag, who still suffers from World War I wounds.
Moon Troupe's special performance.
Takarazuka Revue Cosmos Troupe 2016 production of the Viennese musical Elisabeth. A performance commemorating the 20th anniversary of the musical's Japanese premiere.
Takarazuka Revue Flower Troupe's play based on Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Choderlos de Laclos.
Takarazuka Revue Cosmos Troupe's play.
Takarazuka Revue Star Troupe 2017 production based on Baroness Orczy's novel 'The Scarlet Pimpernel'
A show that stimulates, enthuses and excites, Exciter continues to give today's world some love and a few dreams. "The revolution of sound, the revolution of beauty, the revolution of man." This is a contemporary production composed of choice scenes and packed with energy. The troupe received high acclaim when it staged the show in 2009. Now a more highly evolved Flower Troupe is back with Exciter.
A man called Nero is sneaking political prisoners out of a small country into nearby Mexico hiding them in cargo. He outwardly runs a high-class nightclub while smuggling behind closed doors. Although Escobar, Nero's best friend, knows that President Saldivar is secretly allowing them to carry on this illegal trade, he is afraid of attracting people's attention. Nero is determined to do his best for his country that has gone through coup after coup with the result of its people growing more and more discontented.
Asumi Rio second dinner show
Takarazuka Revue Flower Troupe's 2023 adaptation is based on Mérimée's original work "Carmen". This story, set in Spain, depicts Don José, a military noncommissioned officer, who is fascinated by the free-spirited Carmen and falls in love with her.
Takarazuka Revue Star Troupe 1996-1997 production of the Viennese musical 'Elisabeth'
A revue-style production looking back on 20 years of Cosmos Troupe through their famous songs and memorable scenes, and connecting these to their brilliant future. Following in the footsteps of Cosmos Troupe's predecessors, fresh young members will sing and dance with hope for tomorrow in their hearts. Please look forward to this dynamic live performance which will bring forth various emotions.
Takarazuka Moon Troupe 2013 performance of Me and My Girl, based on the Broadway musical of the same name, with book and lyrics by L. Arthur Rose and Douglas Furber, music by Noel Gay.
Harvey Rockwood, a world-renowned botanist, comes across bad weather and finds himself enveloped by a dense fog. Under the blanket of the mist, he hears the sound of the wind, the calls of wild birds, and then a mysterious singing voice in a garden where he meets Elu, the Spirit of the Blue Rose. Elu informs Harvey that they shall meet once again in the mist...
Set at "Studio 54", a discothèque in New York that captivated celebrities all over the world from the latter half of the 1970s to the 1980s. A musical production about a runaway papparazzo following a scandal and his target, an up-and-coming actress, who connect with each other after a certain incident. Holly Ashley is a freelance journalist who supplies "scoop" photos and gossip articles to tabloids and evening magazines. One night, a party is held at Studio 54 celebrating the release of rock star Z-BOY's new album. Holly gets an exclusive story on the up-and-coming actress Giselle Morgan, who is rumored to be Z-BOY's lover. But Z-BOY's agency interferes with the article being published. Holly needs money — to give back to the orphanage where he was raised. Desperate, he chases after the pair and gets involved in an incident...
A spectacular performance filled with the passion and energy of the members of the star troupe led by top star Makoto Rei! The first act is a unique Takarazuka Revue show featuring famous songs from many works performed by the Star Troupe. The second act will consist of pops, rock, and musical numbers, and will showcase the charm of Makoto Rei, who is not confined to the boundaries of the Takarazuka Revue.
TV director Eric and his film crew are in Scotland, filming an old castle. At an auction, Eric buys his reporter Marie a pendant. This pendant helps to awaken the ghost of the castle, a man dead for 140 years, and former heir to the castle, Charles.