Hachimine's First Takarazuka Theatre Performance｜He got a hard-to-find ticket and accompanied a Ginza hostess to Takarazuka.

In Hibiya, not far from Ginza, there is a theater that symbolizes Japanese theater culture...Tokyo Takarazuka TheaterThe following is a list of the most common problems with the
The "Musee de l'Oeil", which has a history of more than 100 years, is staged there every day.Takarazuka RevueIt's a performance of "The

This was the first time I saw a real play,pavilion on the top of a pagoda finial (in Heian Palace)Hachimine has tried her hand at Takarazuka makeup in the past. Although Hachimine has tried her hand at Takarazuka makeup in the past, this was her first time actually seeing the play.
I asked him carefully what he thought about it.

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What this article will tell you

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What are the basics of Takarazuka Revue and the charm of Hanagumi performances?

Japan's leading all-female theater company with a 111-year history

Takarazuka Revue was founded in 1914. All performers were unmarried women, and the "Takarazuka Revue performerThe name of the company is also known as
His unique worldview, magnificent costumes, and thorough professionalism are now highly acclaimed both at home and abroad.

The organizational structure is as follows

This time, Hachimine saw the playflower teamPerformances of the Top male starperpetual youth and longevityTop Daughter StarsMisaki HoshizoraThe stage was starring both the

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Behind the scenes of difficult-to-obtain tickets - what is the "Takarazuka Tomonokai" membership quota?

That was the first hurdle," Hachimine said, "whether we could get tickets.

Takarazuka tickets, due to the popularity of theVery difficult to obtainIt is. Many of the seats are "Takarazuka Friendship AssociationThe quota is occupied by a fan club lottery called "The Fan Club" and the magnification rate is very high.

This time, Hachimine was lucky enough to get a ticket for the "Takarazuka Tomonokai" quota and headed to the theater with a Ginza hostess.

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Hachimine saw two performances - "Castlevania" and "Love, Love Revue!

Castlevania: Awakening under the Moon

The first performance is a stage piece based on the **"Castlevania" series**, which is well-known to video game fans.

Hachimine says, "I had no problem at all without any knowledge of the original game.

• The precision of the stage set and fantastic lighting effects

• Brilliant swordplay and action

• Music and storyline that evokes darkness and romance

Takarazuka's unique interpretation and visuals fused together to draw the audience into the "world of Dracula" at once.

Love, Love Revue!

Next was a traditional Takarazuka review show, "TheLove, Love Revue!'.

A review is a show-style stage in which singing, dancing, costumes, and lighting are all integrated into a performance, and is synonymous with Takarazuka. Hachimine looked overwhelmed.

I was shocked to see so many Takaraziennes lined up on stage in perfect synchronization," he said.

The glittering production and the presentation of the world view, which switches many times on stage, took his breath away throughout the show.

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It was hard to believe that a woman was playing the role" - Hachimine received a "sense of immersion without any sense of discomfort.

After seeing the play, Hachimine said she was strongly impressed by each of the male and female roles.

Especially the top male stars.perpetual youth and longevityAbout,

Even though I knew she was a woman, she looked like a man. The way she stood, the way she carried herself, even the way she spoke, she was like a different person."

Daughter's role.Misaki HoshizoraAgainst,

The atmosphere was gorgeous and dignified. The beauty of her appearance left a lasting impression on me."

The difference not only in acting ability but also in "presence" was overwhelming.

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Unspeakable emotions after the performance - lingering impressions that continue into the night in Ginza

After seeing the play, Hachimine and the hostess went directly to a certain club in Ginza. While the excitement of the play was still fresh in their minds, they had a heated discussion about the performance.

We even discussed "lighting" and "costume texture," which never come up in normal conversation.
That's how much the stage moved me."

The afterglow of the stage colored Ginza at night as it was.

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Why are theater novices "captivated" by Takarazuka? Hachimine's impression of Takarazuka's power

Finally, Hachimine states.

I want people who are not normally interested in the stage or theater to see Takarazuka.
No matter who you are, you will always encounter a moment that moves you in some way.

Even for a novice theatergoer, the "enthusiasm" of the audience is sure to be conveyed. As if to prove this point, Hachimine was searching for tickets for the next performance on his smartphone immediately after leaving the theater.

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In summary, Hibiya offers a "dream stage" that should be experienced at least once.

Takarazuka Revue is more than just theater. It is **"a memorable experience of life."and will move the viewer's heart.It's extraordinary art**.

A few minutes' walk from Ginza. What unfolds there is a glittering world on the stage and the stories of people fascinated by it.
We hope that Hachimine's experience will inspire many people to take that step forward.

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