Nonmi Inoue and Takafumi Tamagawa of Sofia National Ballet to Star in Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026
Marty Co., Ltd. has announced that Nonmi Inoue and Takafumi Tamagawa, both dancers with the Sofia National Ballet, will perform in the "Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026" in the Kanto and Kansai regions of Japan. The performances are scheduled for July 2026 in Kanto and August 2026 in Kansai. The announcement highlights the profiles of the two internationally active young dancers and their prestigious company.
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Marty Co., Ltd. announced that Nonmi Inoue and Takafumi Tamagawa, both members of the corps de ballet at the Sofia National Ballet, are confirmed to perform in the upcoming "Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026 - Kanto/Kansai Performances."
## About Corps de Ballet
The corps de ballet refers to the group of dancers who perform together in ensembles. The French term means "body of the ballet," and they play a crucial role in visually and structurally supporting the world of a ballet production.
## Performer Profiles
### Nonmi Inoue
Inoue began her ballet training at the age of 8 in the United States. After returning to Japan, she studied under Kyoko Fujita and Masako Fujita at the Classical Ballet Academy S.O.U. She went on to study at the National Conservatory Dance School in Portugal in 2016. After graduation, she joined Tulsa Ballet in Oklahoma, USA. She subsequently danced in Romania and Croatia before joining her current company, the Sofia National Ballet in Bulgaria.
### Takafumi Tamagawa
Tamagawa started ballet at age 4, taught by his parents. At 15, he moved to Munich, Germany, to study. After performing in Poland, the Czech Republic, and Croatia, he is now a member of the Sofia National Ballet in Bulgaria.
## About the Sofia National Ballet
The Sofia National Ballet is Bulgaria's premier ballet company, based at the National Opera and Ballet in the capital city of Sofia. With a long history, the company has built a wide repertoire ranging from classic masterpieces to contemporary works, earning international acclaim while upholding the traditions of Eastern European ballet. It is known for its technically skilled dancers who also possess strong musicality and acting abilities, enjoying popularity both at home and abroad. The company is also actively involved in nurturing the next generation of dancers.
## Performance Details
### Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026 - Kanto Performance
- **Date**: Saturday, July 25, 2026
- **Venue**: Curian (Shinagawa Ward General Citizens' Hall), Tokyo
- **Program**:
- Part 1: Ballet Gala Concert - A feast of performances by professional dancers active in Japan and internationally.
- Part 2: Highlights from "The Nutcracker" - A collaboration between professional dancers and future talents.
### Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026 - Osaka Performance
- **Date**: Sunday, August 9, 2026
- **Venue**: Kobe Bunka Hall, Medium Hall, Kobe
- **Program**:
- Part 1: Ballet Gala Concert - A showcase of professional dancers active in Japan and abroad.
- Part 2: Acts 2 & 3 from "Swan Lake" - A co-performance by professional dancers and future professional dancers.
## Contact Information
Ballet Ensemble Gala Office
Website: https://www.ballet-ensemble-gala.com/
## About Corps de Ballet
The corps de ballet refers to the group of dancers who perform together in ensembles. The French term means "body of the ballet," and they play a crucial role in visually and structurally supporting the world of a ballet production.
## Performer Profiles
### Nonmi Inoue
Inoue began her ballet training at the age of 8 in the United States. After returning to Japan, she studied under Kyoko Fujita and Masako Fujita at the Classical Ballet Academy S.O.U. She went on to study at the National Conservatory Dance School in Portugal in 2016. After graduation, she joined Tulsa Ballet in Oklahoma, USA. She subsequently danced in Romania and Croatia before joining her current company, the Sofia National Ballet in Bulgaria.
### Takafumi Tamagawa
Tamagawa started ballet at age 4, taught by his parents. At 15, he moved to Munich, Germany, to study. After performing in Poland, the Czech Republic, and Croatia, he is now a member of the Sofia National Ballet in Bulgaria.
## About the Sofia National Ballet
The Sofia National Ballet is Bulgaria's premier ballet company, based at the National Opera and Ballet in the capital city of Sofia. With a long history, the company has built a wide repertoire ranging from classic masterpieces to contemporary works, earning international acclaim while upholding the traditions of Eastern European ballet. It is known for its technically skilled dancers who also possess strong musicality and acting abilities, enjoying popularity both at home and abroad. The company is also actively involved in nurturing the next generation of dancers.
## Performance Details
### Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026 - Kanto Performance
- **Date**: Saturday, July 25, 2026
- **Venue**: Curian (Shinagawa Ward General Citizens' Hall), Tokyo
- **Program**:
- Part 1: Ballet Gala Concert - A feast of performances by professional dancers active in Japan and internationally.
- Part 2: Highlights from "The Nutcracker" - A collaboration between professional dancers and future talents.
### Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026 - Osaka Performance
- **Date**: Sunday, August 9, 2026
- **Venue**: Kobe Bunka Hall, Medium Hall, Kobe
- **Program**:
- Part 1: Ballet Gala Concert - A showcase of professional dancers active in Japan and abroad.
- Part 2: Acts 2 & 3 from "Swan Lake" - A co-performance by professional dancers and future professional dancers.
## Contact Information
Ballet Ensemble Gala Office
Website: https://www.ballet-ensemble-gala.com/