New Dance Company Led by Former Marseille Ballet Soloist Yasuyuki Endo Announces SF Contemporary Ballet 'N-CRACKER / Clara Wakes'
Yasuyuki Endo, formerly of the Marseille Ballet, announces the world premiere of his new company's first grand ballet, 'N-CRACKER / Clara Wakes,' in July 2026. The SF-inspired production reimagines 'The Nutcracker' in a future governed by AI.
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## Performance Details
'N-CRACKER / Clara Wakes' will be held from July 7 (Tue) to July 8 (Wed), 2026, at Session Suginami Hall (1-22-32 Umesato, Suginami-ku, Tokyo).
Tickets are currently on sale through Confetti (operated by Longrun Planning Corp.).
## Project Overview
A new dance company led by Yasuyuki Endo, a former soloist and choreographer at the Marseille National Ballet, has announced its first major grand ballet production, 'N-CRACKER / Clara Wakes.'
This world premiere reimagines the classic 'The Nutcracker' as a grand contemporary ballet set in a near-future world where AI manages human emotions. It explores the themes of humanity and lost dreams.
## Cast and Creators
- Artistic Director/Choreographer: Yasuyuki Endo
- Clara: Yuma Endo
- N-CRACKER/Prince: Ren Ishiyama (The National Ballet of Japan)
- AI Drosselmeyer: Kei Nakamura (The National Ballet of Japan)
- Right-hand of AI Drosselmeyer: Rui Kajita
- Guest Dancers: Sota Okamoto, Kengo Nanjo
- Art/Set Design: Takumi Hasegawa
- Music: Masahiro Hiramoto
- Costumes: tomonaco
- Projection Mapping: WONDEMENT
## Support
The company is currently seeking crowdfunding and performance sponsors.
- Crowdfunding URL: https://camp-fire.jp/projects/938244/view
- Sponsorship details: https://endoballetatelier.com/sponsor
## About the Company
Led by Yasuyuki Endo, who draws on his international experience in Australia, Belgium, and France, the company explores innovative expressions that transcend traditional dance genres.
'N-CRACKER / Clara Wakes' will be held from July 7 (Tue) to July 8 (Wed), 2026, at Session Suginami Hall (1-22-32 Umesato, Suginami-ku, Tokyo).
Tickets are currently on sale through Confetti (operated by Longrun Planning Corp.).
## Project Overview
A new dance company led by Yasuyuki Endo, a former soloist and choreographer at the Marseille National Ballet, has announced its first major grand ballet production, 'N-CRACKER / Clara Wakes.'
This world premiere reimagines the classic 'The Nutcracker' as a grand contemporary ballet set in a near-future world where AI manages human emotions. It explores the themes of humanity and lost dreams.
## Cast and Creators
- Artistic Director/Choreographer: Yasuyuki Endo
- Clara: Yuma Endo
- N-CRACKER/Prince: Ren Ishiyama (The National Ballet of Japan)
- AI Drosselmeyer: Kei Nakamura (The National Ballet of Japan)
- Right-hand of AI Drosselmeyer: Rui Kajita
- Guest Dancers: Sota Okamoto, Kengo Nanjo
- Art/Set Design: Takumi Hasegawa
- Music: Masahiro Hiramoto
- Costumes: tomonaco
- Projection Mapping: WONDEMENT
## Support
The company is currently seeking crowdfunding and performance sponsors.
- Crowdfunding URL: https://camp-fire.jp/projects/938244/view
- Sponsorship details: https://endoballetatelier.com/sponsor
## About the Company
Led by Yasuyuki Endo, who draws on his international experience in Australia, Belgium, and France, the company explores innovative expressions that transcend traditional dance genres.
FAQ
What is 'N-CRACKER' about?
It is an SF contemporary ballet based on 'The Nutcracker,' set in a future where AI manages human emotions.
What are the highlights of the performance?
The production features transformative spatial design by Takumi Hasegawa and projection mapping, set to reimagined music by Masahiro Hiramoto.
Who is the choreographer?
Yasuyuki Endo, a former soloist and choreographer at the Marseille National Ballet, directs and choreographs the show.