Theatrical production of Spirited Away begins in Japan

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Theatrical production of Spirited Away begins in Japan

Theatrical production of Spirited Away begins in Japan

The life-like puppets were designed by Toby Olié including characters like Kaonashi, Kamaji, and Radish Spirit to name a few which he promoted on his Twitter page. Olié also has experience designing for plays like ‘War Horse’ and ‘Animal Farm.’ (Toby Olié)

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11 Mar 2022 02:03:00 GMT9

Shams El-Mutwalli

DUBAI: A theatrical adaptation of Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘Spirited Away’ is now on show at Tokyo’s Imperial Theatre until March 29, led by Les Misérables director and honorary Associate Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company John Caird.

This on-stage production impressively resembles the animation that is loved by fans globally, by utilizing carefully designed costumes and sets as well as a cast of 40 actors and dancers including Kanna Hashimoto and Mone Kamishiraishi.

“Our cast of 40 actors and dancers, led by Kanna Hashimoto and Mone Kamishiraishi have been unbelievably supportive and positive throughout the most arduous rehearsal process I’ve ever had to endure,” Caird said in a Tweet.

First look: Spirited Away on stage

Adapting the limitless imagination of Hayao Miyazaki’s iconic animation for the stage was both a monumental joy & challenge.

More images in my online gallery: https://t.co/rLGZRBzamN #千と千尋の神隠し #SpiritedAway pic.twitter.com/05Dyf3H1Qc
— Toby Olié (@TobyOlie) March 3, 2022

The life-like puppets were designed by Toby Olié including characters like Kaonashi, Kamaji, and Radish Spirit to name a few which he promoted on his Twitter page. Olié also has experience designing for plays like ‘War Horse’ and ‘Animal Farm’.

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