Takatsuki City press release (2024.11.06) Takatsuki City A stage in Takatsuki that even small children can enjoy because there are no lines An adventure story written and directed by Japan’s leading pantomime artist Naoki Iimuro The stage play “Frog? The Prince,” which uses pantomime to express things only through body movements and facial expressions without using dialogue, will be held at Takatsuki Castle Park Arts and Culture Theater on Sunday, December 8, 2020. . This stage production was directed by Naoki Iimuro, one of Japan’s leading pantomime artists who also appeared at the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Paralympic Games. Please look forward to a fun and mysterious adventure story that everyone from small children to adults can enjoy together.
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This time’s stage performance is popular for its fast-paced, fantastic stage performance that incorporates various pantomime techniques as well as surprising tricks using props. The story begins one day when a prince who was on a journey tries to return home. This is a fun and mysterious adventure story that is easy for young children to relate to, with a series of incidents, such as being blown away by strong winds, falling into the sea, and losing your precious bag. The work was written, directed, and choreographed by Naoki Iimuro, one of Japan’s leading pantomime artists. It incorporates the real thrill of pantomime, which makes you feel like you can see things that aren’t right in front of you. Communication that goes beyond words stimulates children’s imaginations and can be enjoyed by a wide range of people, from small children to adults. Also, on Saturday, December 1st, a workshop will be held where you can experience pantomime by Naoki Iimuro. Anyone interested in pantomime is welcome to participate, regardless of experience. Please come and visit us. [Event overview] Date and time: Sunday, December 8, 2020 1. From 11:00 to 12:00 2. From 14:30 to 15:30 Location: Takatsuki Castle Park Arts and Culture Theater South Building Sanyu Rec Hall (6-8 Nomi-cho, Takatsuki City) Access: 13 minutes walk from JR Takatsuki Station. 8 minutes walk from Hankyu Takatsuki City Station *Please use public transportation Price (advance): 2000 yen for adults, 500 yen for elementary school students and younger *Admission on the day: 2,500 yen for adults, 1,000 yen for elementary school students and younger *All seats are free [Iimuro Naoki Pantomime Workshop] Date and time: Saturday, December 1, 2020, from 10:30 to 12:30 Location: Takatsuki Castle Park Arts and Culture Theater South Building Middle Studio 3 (6-8 Nomi-cho, Takatsuki City) Access: 13 minutes walk from JR Takatsuki Station. 8 minutes walk from Hankyu Takatsuki City Station *Please use public transportation Participation fee: 1000 yen Capacity: 20 people in order of application Target audience: People interested in pantomime Contents: Pantomime experience course How to apply: Apply from the theater website [Related homepage] Takatsuki Castle Park Arts and Culture Theater Home Page
https://www.takatsuki-bsj.jp/tat/event/ [Contact information regarding this matter] Takatsuki Castle Park Arts and Culture Theater Phone: 072‑671‑9999 (10:00 to 17:00) *Closed on Mondays (excluding holidays)
