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THEATER | The Highly Anticipated Latest Work from a Japanese Street Dance Unit Acclaimed Overseas


The Stage Play 'Niju no Saikusha' Featuring Tadafumi Asano as Narrator


The latest production from the globally recognized street dance unit DAZZLE, 'Niju no Saikusha,' will be performed from Friday, February 14th to Sunday, February 16th, at the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Playhouse. Actor Tadafumi Asano lends his voice as narrator for this spectacular stage production, presented on an unprecedented scale.


Text by YANAKA Tomomi




A Unique World Blending Swift Movements with Lingering Resonance



'Niju no Saikusha' 02

©Akira Wachi


 




DAZZLE has captivated audiences with their unique stage productions, which fuse street dance and contemporary dance, incorporating elements from plays, musicals, anime, and games.

In 2011, they became the first Japanese artists to perform at the Sibiu International Theatre Festival in Romania, one of the world's three major theatre festivals. Their highly artistic work was met with a standing ovation. Since then, they have continued to actively perform not only in Japan but also internationally, consistently creating original and innovative pieces.





Now, their latest work, 'Niju no Saikusha,' featuring actor Tadafumi Asano as narrator, is set to premiere. The story unfolds in a nation facing a crisis due to overpopulation, where a dictator repeatedly purges ethnic minorities and banishes those over 50. Amidst this, the heir to power, a son who inherited his position, grapples with the conflict between his responsibilities as a ruler and the inner voice of his humanity, as he commits acts of murder that everyone believes are justified. This profound narrative explores the depths of human struggle.



'Niju no Saikusha' Tadafumi Asano

Tadafumi Asano, who serves as narrator




'Niju no Saikusha' DAZZLE

©Muga Miyahara





On stage, the twelve members of DAZZLE deliver a performance perfectly synchronized with sound, lighting, and visual effects. Their unique world, characterized by a blend of rapid movements and evocative pauses, will be brought to life.

This production delves into relationships such as 'parent and child' and 'teacher and student,' even questioning the indoctrination inherent in concepts like 'love' and 'education.' It probes the nature of human instinct and reason. With the collaboration of Tadafumi Asano, we anticipate DAZZLE's exploration of new artistic frontiers.

DAZZLE 8th Performance 'Niju no Saikusha'
Dates | Friday, February 14th, 7:30 PM
Saturday, February 15th, 1:00 PM / 5:00 PM
Sunday, February 16th, 1:00 PM / 5:00 PM
Venue | Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Playhouse
1-8-1 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Tickets | S Seats: ¥5,500, Premium Seats (with exclusive bonus CD): ¥7,000 *All seats reserved, no entry for preschoolers.
http://www.parco-play.com/web/program/dazzle/

*Performances on Saturday, February 15th at 5:00 PM and Sunday, February 16th at 5:00 PM will include a post-performance talk with DAZZLE members. Participation is limited to ticket holders of the respective performances. Please remain in your seats after the show.

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