THEATER | The Stage Play "The Unmoving Traveler" by Compagnie Philippe Genty
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May 27, 2015

THEATER | The Stage Play "The Unmoving Traveler" by Compagnie Philippe Genty


THEATER | Stage Art Infused with Dance, Drama, and Music


The Travelers: A Performance by Compagnie Philippe Genty



The Travelers, a production by "Compagnie Philippe Genty," led by Philippe Genty, known as a "stage magician," will be performed at PARCO Theatre from Wednesday, May 22nd to Tuesday, June 4th. This production, which has toured since its premiere in 1995, has been completely revamped and makes its long-awaited return to Japan.



Text by YANAKA Tomomi




A Non-Stop Fantasy Journey Through Genty's Dreams




Philippe Genty creates a unique stage art form, incorporating elements from contemporary dance, drama, magic, puppetry deeply influenced by Japan's Bunraku, and music. Genty, who "comfortably overturns" our everyday balance, brings his company to Japan for the first time in six years. He will present a performance that is a singular blend of all genres.




The Travelers is said to recreate Philippe Genty's own dream world. As he explains, "The scenes progress through association rather than narrative." It is a non-stop fantasy where a succession of diverse transformations unfolds.

Its profound artistic merit continues to inspire top creators worldwide at the cutting edge of their fields, earning global acclaim. Simultaneously, it is a fantastical performance brimming with humor and wit. Rather than needing to "understand" it, the work captivates audiences of all ages, genders, and nationalities, allowing everyone to enjoy it with an open mind.



PARCO has continuously invited Philippe Genty's works since "DERIVES" in 1992. This performance commemorates the 40th anniversary of the PARCO Theatre's opening and the 40th anniversary of Compagnie Philippe Genty's establishment. In addition to the Tokyo performances at PARCO Theatre, there will be shows in Sapporo on Thursday, June 6th, and in Osaka on Saturday, June 8th, and Sunday, June 9th. Enjoy 90 minutes of dazzling, non-stop fantasy.




Compagnie Philippe Genty's The Travelers
Performance Dates | Wednesday, May 22 - Tuesday, June 4 (Closed Mondays, May 27 and June 3)
Venue | PARCO Theatre
15-1 Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 9F PARCO Part 1
Tel. 03-3477-5858
Tickets | General ¥7,500; U-25 Ticket ¥4,500 (for ages 25 and under)