Seicho Matsumoto x Alexandrite Stage: 'Kurokawa no Techo' Musical Adaptation Announced for Mitsukoshi Theater
Alexandrite Stage is producing the first musical adaptation of Seicho Matsumoto's classic 'Kurokawa no Techo.' Starring Sho Ayanagi, with script and direction by Daisuke Noguchi, it will be performed at Mitsukoshi Theater in June.
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The main visual has been released for the Alexandrite Stage production of the musical 'Kurokawa no Techo,' which will run at Mitsukoshi Theater from June 18 to June 21.
This work is a classic suspense novel by Seicho Matsumoto, published in 1980. It depicts the story of a female bank employee who turns into a club mama in Ginza, and has been adapted into a television drama seven times.
In this musical adaptation, Sho Ayanagi, a former top male star of the Takarazuka Revue Snow Troupe, will play the protagonist, Motoko Haraguchi. The script and direction are handled by Daisuke Noguchi, representative of Alexandrite Stage.
Director Noguchi emphasized the immersive production unique to live theater, stating, 'We will turn the entire theater into Club Carne, inviting you from the lobby into the night life of Ginza.'
This work is a classic suspense novel by Seicho Matsumoto, published in 1980. It depicts the story of a female bank employee who turns into a club mama in Ginza, and has been adapted into a television drama seven times.
In this musical adaptation, Sho Ayanagi, a former top male star of the Takarazuka Revue Snow Troupe, will play the protagonist, Motoko Haraguchi. The script and direction are handled by Daisuke Noguchi, representative of Alexandrite Stage.
Director Noguchi emphasized the immersive production unique to live theater, stating, 'We will turn the entire theater into Club Carne, inviting you from the lobby into the night life of Ginza.'
FAQ
What is the name of the musical being produced by Alexandrite Stage based on Seicho Matsumoto's work?
The musical is titled 'Kurokawa no Techo' and is based on Seicho Matsumoto's classic novel.
Which actor is starring in the 'Kurokawa no Techo' musical adaptation at Mitsukoshi Theater?
Sho Ayanagi is starring in the 'Kurokawa no Techo' musical adaptation at Mitsukoshi Theater.
Who is responsible for the script and direction of the 'Kurokawa no Techo' stage production?
Daisuke Noguchi is handling both the script and direction for the 'Kurokawa no Techo' musical.
Where will the Alexandrite Stage production of 'Kurokawa no Techo' be performed in June?
The Alexandrite Stage production of 'Kurokawa no Techo' will be performed at Mitsukoshi Theater.
When is the 'Kurokawa no Techo' musical adaptation scheduled to take place at Mitsukoshi Theater?
The 'Kurokawa no Techo' musical adaptation is scheduled to take place in June at Mitsukoshi Theater.