[Dancer Introduction #11] [Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026 Kanto Performance] Japanese dancers with proven ability and presence from the Romania-based Timisoara Ballet appear!

## Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026 Kanto Performance / Dancer Introduction

Marty Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Mita Keio Residence 1F, 2-14-4 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo) announced that Emika Sashide (Artist, Timisoara National Ballet) and Shokichi Sato (Artist, Timisoara National Ballet) will perform at the "Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026 Kanto Performance."

### Emika Sashide Profile
Born in Tokyo. Began ballet at age 6. After establishing a foundation in Japan, she joined the Timisoara National Ballet in Romania in August 2025. A promising young dancer with notable achievements, including 3rd place at the 2025 Sibiu Dance Competition.

### Shokichi Sato Profile
Began ballet at age 3. After becoming a finalist at the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), he studied at the Dutch National Ballet Academy. Following his tenure at the Ballet de Catalunya in Spain, he is now an active soloist at the Timisoara National Opera and Ballet in Romania.

### About the Timisoara National Ballet
Established in 1946. It is based in a culture palace in Timisoara, a rare European venue that houses the National Theater and German Theater alongside the opera house. The ballet company specializes in dramatic stage expressions based on classical works combined with opera.

### Performance Details
- Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Venue: Curian (Shinagawa City General Kumin Hall)
- Part 1: Ballet Gala Concert (Featuring professional ballet dancers from around the world)
- Part 2: Highlights from "The Nutcracker" (Collaborative performance between professional and future dancers)