The National Theatre Okinawa has announced its independent performances for April 2026. These include the "Urizun no Mai" Ryukyuan dance performance on April 4th and 5th, featuring mid-career and young artists, and the "Ryukyuan Dance Appreciation" performance on April 25th, showcasing a variety of classical, mixed, and creative dances.
### Ryukyuan Dance Performance: Urizun no Mai
Named for the "Urizun" season when flowers and plants freshly sprout, this performance showcases mid-career and young female dancers who are honing their skills under the guidance of masters from various schools. The program will feature classical, mixed, and creative dances. The musical accompaniment (Jiutai) will also be performed by young female and male musicians, creating a refreshing performance to mark the beginning of the new fiscal year.
*A discounted two-day pass is also available.*
**Date and Time:** April 4th (Sat) & 5th (Sun), 2026, starting at 2:00 PM
**Location:** National Theatre Okinawa, Small Theatre
**Tickets:** General: ¥3,800, Tomo no Kai (Member's Club): ¥3,040, University Students: ¥2,000, Ages 3 to High School: ¥1,000
**More Information:** https://www.nt-okinawa.or.jp/topics-list/2026040405
### Ryukyuan Dance Performance: Ryukyuan Dance Appreciation
This performance delivers the full charm of Ryukyuan dance, featuring classical, mixed (zo-odori), and creative dances.
The finale, fitting for the season, is a lively group dance called "Hamauri" by Kosho Shimabukuro. Please come and enjoy.
**Date and Time:** April 25th (Sat), 2026, starting at 2:00 PM
**Location:** National Theatre Okinawa, Large Theatre
**Tickets:** General: ¥4,000, Tomo no Kai (Member's Club): ¥3,200, University Students: ¥2,000, Ages 3 to High School: ¥1,000
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FAQ
When are the "Urizun no Mai" Ryukyuan dance performances scheduled at National Theatre Okinawa? Include dates and start times.
The "Urizun no Mai" performances are on Saturday April 4 and Sunday April 5, 2026, each beginning at 2:00 PM in the Small Theatre of National Theatre Okinawa.
What ticket price options are available for the April 4‑5 "Urizun no Mai" performances, and which category offers the lowest cost?
General admission costs ¥3,800, Tomo no Kai members pay ¥3,040, university students ¥2,000, and children ages 3 through high school ¥1,000, with the child rate being the lowest price.
Who leads the finale group dance "Hamauri" in the Ryukyuan Dance Appreciation performance on April 25, 2026?
The lively group dance "Hamauri" is performed by choreographer Kosho Shimabukuro as the finale of the April 25, 2026 Ryukyuan Dance Appreciation show.
What types of dances are included in both the "Urizun no Mai" and Ryukyuan Dance Appreciation programs at National Theatre Okinawa?
Both programs feature classical Ryukyuan dances, mixed or “zo‑odori” pieces, and creative contemporary dances, providing a varied repertoire for each audience.
How does the ticket pricing differ between the Small Theatre performance on April 4‑5 and the Large Theatre performance on April 25 at National Theatre Okinawa?
The Small Theatre tickets cost ¥3,800 general, ¥3,040 Tomo no Kai, ¥2,000 university, ¥1,000 children; the Large Theatre tickets are ¥4,000 general, ¥3,200 Tomo no Kai, ¥2,000 university, ¥1,000 children, reflecting a ¥200 increase for general and member categories.