Experience a Stage Performance with Unprecedented Realism Through Ultra-High-Definition Video and Immersive Sound

This is ' ' which reinterprets Chikamatsu Monzaemon's masterpiece from the Edo/Genroku period with a unique vision by contemporary artist Hiroshi Sugimoto, who also handled the direction, staging, art, and visuals.Sugimoto Bunraku: Sonezaki Shinju - Tsuketari Kannon MeguriSince its premiere at the Kanagawa Arts Theatre in 2011, the acclaimed performance toured Madrid, Spain, Rome, Italy, and Paris, France from September to October 2013, and recently concluded a highly successful homecoming run in Tokyo and Osaka this spring. The performance has now been adapted into video using the latest technology, unveiled for the first time in the world at a European broadcasting equipment exhibition this September. A premiere screening will take place on October 25th (Saturday) and 26th (Sunday) at the Knowledge Theatre on the 4th floor of the Grand Front Osaka North Building.



This premiere screening offers a perfect opportunity to experience a unique sense of realism, distinct from a live Bunraku puppet theater performance, through the ultra-high-definition 8K Super Hi-Vision images projected onto a massive 350-inch screen.



Furthermore, talk shows will be held after the second screening on each day. On the 25th, the guests will be Seiji Tsurusawa, a Living National Treasure who composed the music for 'Sugimoto Bunraku: Sonezaki Shinju,' and Patrick De Vos, a professor at the University of Tokyo who produced the French subtitles for the Paris performances. On the 26th, the guests will be Tabaimo, a contemporary artist who created the innovative video work for 'Kannon Meguri,' and Hiroshi Adachi, the producer of this work.



From collaborations with a Living National Treasure of shamisen and the "solo puppetry" of Kanjuro Kiritake, to the fusion with video art by a cutting-edge contemporary artist, and even costumes using Hermès scarves – this is a chance to experience Japan's traditional performing arts, which captivated Europe through Hiroshi Sugimoto's unique sensibility, with the latest technology. Don't miss this opportunity.

'Sugimoto Bunraku: Sonezaki Shinju - Tsuketari Kannon Meguri' Premiere Screening

Dates | October 25th (Saturday), 26th (Sunday) *Three screenings per day, with complete seating changes.


Times | 1st screening: 9:30 AM / 10:00 AM start; 2nd screening: Doors open 12:30 PM / 1:00 PM start; 3rd screening: Doors open 5:30 PM / 6:00 PM start

*Talk show following the 2nd screening


<Talk Show Guests>

October 25th | Seiji Tsurusawa (Bunraku Shamisen Player, Composer for 'Sugimoto Bunraku')

Patrick De Vos (Professor, University of Tokyo, French Subtitle Production for 'Sugimoto Bunraku')

October 26th | Tabaimo (Contemporary Artist), Hiroshi Adachi ('Sugimoto Bunraku' Producer)


Venue | Knowledge Theatre, 4th Floor, Grand Front Osaka North Building

3-1 Ofukacho, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

Admission Fee | Free

How to Apply | Via the application form at the URL below

https://pid.nhk.or.jp/event/PPG0249003/index.html

Application Deadline | October 5th (Sunday) 11:59 PM



Inquiries

NHK Osaka

Tel. 06-6941-0431

(Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)