2020年5月アーカイブ
2020年5月29日
Performance Dates & Tickets
Overwhelming imagery of Yukio Mishima created by Maurice Béjart, expressed by The Tokyo Ballet for the first time in 10 years
M
Ballet in two acts
| Choreography / Decor and Costume Concepts Maurice Béjart |
| Music Toshiro Mayuzumi, Claude Debussy, Johann Strauss II, Richard Wagner |
Photo: Kiyonori Hasegawa
2020 marks the 50th anniversary of the ritual suicide of Japan's most famous postwar novelist, Yukio Mishima. When Maurice Béjart set about choreographing a new ballet for The Tokyo Ballet in 1993, he chose Mishima as a motif.
However, he did not create a biography nor use ballet to illustrate Mishima's work of literature whose importance was not yet fully recognized at that time. It was Béjart's bold experimentation to "simply suggest, and above all, love ーwithout ever judging".
The ballet opens with the sea, an important symbol in Mishima's works. From the sea roars, appear a schoolboy, Mishima, and four other selves who develop imagery of the themes of Mishima's masterpieces including Kyoko's House, Forbidden Colors, Rokumeikan, The Sailor Who Fell from Grace with the Sea, The Temple of the Golden Pavilion and his lifetime aesthetic motif, Saint Sebastian.
The Tokyo Ballet has performed M not only in Japan but also internationally at prestigious theaters including the Palais Garnier, Teatro alla Scala, Deutsche Oper Berlin and Hamburgische Staatsoper where it received huge critical and public acclaim. In commemoration of the 50th death anniversary of Yukio Mishima, The Tokyo Ballet will perform the ballet in October 2020 for the first time in 10 years.
Photos: Kiyonori Hasegawa
Maurice Béjart (1927-2007)
Maurice Béjart was born in Marseille on January 1, 1927, the son of the philosopher Gaston Berger. He began his career in Vichy in 1946. In 1959, he choreographed the widely successful Le Sacre du printemps for the Théâtre Royal de La Monnaie in Brussels, and in the following year founded the Ballet du XXe Siècle. In 1987, he moved his operation to Lausanne where he changed its name to Béjart Ballet Lausanne. Having profound understanding on cultures of the world at all times, he created ballets for contemporary people. The relationship with The Tokyo Ballet was exceptional. He choreographed three ballets for the Company; The Kabuki (1986), Bugaku (1989) and M (1993).
Tadanori Yokoo designed the poster for The Tokyo Ballet's performances of M in 2000, with which he won the ADC Award.
Performance Dates
Saturday 24 October 2020, 14:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
Sunday 25 October 2020, 14:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
*Running Time About 1 hour and 40 minutes without intermission.
*Recorded music will be used.
Venue
Tokyo Bunka Kaikan (Tokyo)
http://www.t-bunka.jp/en/access/index.html
Tickets (tax included)
| Category | |
| S | \11,000 |
| A | \9,000 |
| B | \7,000 |
| C | \5,000 |
| D | \4,000 |
| E | \3,000 |
●Please note that we are to present the performances with the utmost caution in line with national and regional guidelines for novel coronavirus infection prevention measures, and that the performance dates and details are subject to change depending on circumstances. We will be posting on our website a list of novel coronavirus precautions upon attending the performance. Audience members are kindly asked to read it before attending the performance.
●Children under 6 years old are not admitted to the auditorium.
●Program and casting as of 20 April 2020 are subject to change. Changes in the program and cast do not entitle holders to return or exchange tickets.
Ticket Sale Dates
All tickets go on sale on Saturday 27 June 2020 at 10:00a.m. Book now
Presales at "NBS WEB Ticket" (Categories S, A, B, C & D)
Wednesday 10 June 2020 at 21:00--Thursday 25 June 2020 at 18:00
Presales and Discount Tickets at NBS WEB Ticket and NBS Ticket Center
To purchase presale tickets or youth tickets, you will need to register for a free membership of Japan Performing Arts Foundation (NBS) from here. (We regret that the form is only in Japanese.)
1. Discount for two persons (Categories S, A & B)
Enjoy a discount of ¥1,000 for two persons. Tickets will be on sale from Wednesday 10 June 2020, 21:00 at NBS WEB Ticket, and from Saturday 27 June 2020, 10:00 at NBS Ticket Center (Phone +81-(0)3-3791-8888).
2. 25 and Under Tickets
¥1,000 tickets for those aged 6 to 25 years go on sale from Thursday 17 September 2020 at 20:00 at NBS WEB Ticket. You must bring identity documents with proof of age to pick up your tickets at the venue on the performance day.
For more information, please contact us at 03-3791-8888(phone) or english@nbs.or.jp
Presented by 
Japan Performing Arts Foundation
Supported by The Association of Japanese Ballet Companies
Poster designed by Tadanori Yokoo
Cast
I-ICHI
Dan Tsukamoto
II-NI
Arata Miyagawa
III-SAN
Yasuomi Akimoto
IV-SHI (La Mort)
Shoma Ikemoto
SAINT SEBASTIEN
Yuki Higuchi
LA FEMME
Mizuka Ueno
LA LUNE SUR LA MER
Hitomi Kaneko
ORANGE
Kanako Oki
ROSE
Emi Masamoto
VIOLET
Mamiko Kawashima
*Casting as of 20 April 2020 is subject to change.
2020年5月22日
Béjart Ballet Lausanne Japan Tour Rescheduled Dates in September 2020
We are pleased to announce the new dates for the Béjart Ballet Lausanne's Japan tour which was originally scheduled in May 2020. Ticket details for the rescheduled tour will be announced as soon as they are finalized.
Tickets already purchased for a postponed performance will be automatically refunded, or they can be honored for a new performance upon request. For more information, please contact us at english@nbs.or.jp .
New Dates
Ballet for Life
Friday 11 September 2020, 18:00 @Hyogo Performing Arts Center, Nishinomiya
Thursday 17 September 2020, 18:30 @Sapporo Cultural Arts Theater, Sapporo
Sunday 20 September 2020, 14:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
Monday 21 September 2020, 13:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
Monday 21 September 2020, 17:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
Tuesday 22 September 2020, 13:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
Tuesday 22 September 2020, 17:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
Triple Bill: Tous les hommes presque toujours s'imaginent, Brel et Barbara, Boléro
Sunday 13 September 2020, 13:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
Sunday 13 September 2020, 17:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Tokyo
Please note that we are to present the performances with the utmost caution in line with governmental and regional guidelines for novel coronavirus infection prevention measures, and that the performance dates and details are subject to change depending on circumstances. We will be posting on our website a list of novel coronavirus precautions upon attending the performance. Audience members are kindly asked to read it before attending the performance.
We send you best wishes for continued safety and good health and look forward to seeing you at the theaters.
Japan Performing Arts Foundation (NBS)
Important Update: Ballet Supreme 2020 Canceled
We have taken the decision with a heavy heart to cancel the Ballet Supreme 2020 due to the on-going global coronavirus concerns. It was due to take place between 15 and 20 August 2020, with 6 gala performances in Tokyo.
Rescheduling possibility is being actively discussed. Further information will be announced as soon as it is confirmed on our website.
We apologize to our valued audiences who have been anticipating the performances but appreciate everyone's kind understanding for the unavoidable situation and your continued support.
We extend our sincere sympathy to anyone impacted by the new coronavirus and our best wishes for safety and good health wherever you are.
Japan Performing Arts Foundation (NBS)
Canceled performances
Saturday 15 August 2020, 13:30 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Saturday 15 August 2020, 18:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Sunday 16 August 2020, 14:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Tuesday 18 August 2020, 19:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Wednesday 19 August 2020, 19:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Thursday 20 August 2020, 19:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
2020年5月11日
Important Update: Teatro alla Scala and Filarmonica della Scala Japan Tour 2020 Suspended
We have taken the decision with a heavy heart to suspend the Teatro alla Scala and Filarmonica della Scala's Japan tour due to the on-going global coronavirus concerns. The tour was due to start on September 15 and conclude on October 2, 2020, with total of 14 performances in Tokyo and Aichi. Accordingly, the ticket sales will be suspended.
Rescheduling possibility is being actively discussed. Further information will be announced as soon as it is confirmed.
We apologize to our valued audiences who have been anticipating the performances but appreciate everyone's kind understanding for the unavoidable situation and your continued support.
We extend our sincere sympathy to anyone impacted by the new coronavirus and our best wishes for safety and good health wherever you are.
Japan Performing Arts Foundation (NBS) / Nikkei Inc.
Suspended performances
Teatro alla Scala
Tosca
Tuesday 15 September 2020, 18:30 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Saturday 19 September 2020, 15:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Tuesday 22 September 2020, 15:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Saturday 26 September 2020 13:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
La traviata
Sunday 20 September 2020, 15:00 @NHK Hall
Wednesday 23 September 2020, 18:30 @NHK Hall
Friday 25 September 2020, 15:00 @NHK Hall
Sunday 27 September 2020, 13:00 @NHK Hall
Coro e Orchestra del Teatro alla Scala
Friday 18 September 2020, 19:00 @Suntory Hall
Thursday 24 September 2020, 19:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Filarmonica della Scala
Tuesday 29 September 2020, 19:00 @Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Wednesday 30 September 2020, 19:00 @NHK Hall
Thursday 1 October 2020, 18:45 @Aichi Prefectural Art Theater
Friday 2 October, 19:00 @Suntory Hall