Get Ready for an Enchanting Live Reading of 'The Velveteen Rabbit – Pale Tone'
In a delightful announcement, the live reading of 'The Velveteen Rabbit – Pale Tone' will take the stage from July 9 to July 21, 2025. This follows the successful first edition, 'The Velveteen Rabbit – Monochrome', which has charmed audiences. Under the direction of Atsuhiro Sato, audiences can expect a more nuanced and heart-warming portrayal of the beloved story.
Ticket Sales Details
Tickets will be available through Confetti, managed by Long Run Planning Co., Ltd., located in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Here are the details:
- Sales Period: June 5 (Thursday) 19:00 – June 8 (Sunday) 23:59
- Results Announcement: June 12 (Thursday)
- Payment Deadline: June 12 (Thursday) – June 15 (Sunday) 23:59 (max 4 tickets per person)
- Sales Period: June 21 (Saturday) 10:00 – July 6 (Sunday) 23:00
- Payment Deadline: July 6 (Sunday) 23:59
This new production brings together a remarkable cast of 20 talented performers, including both well-known voice actors and stage actors, ensuring a captivating auditory experience. Confirmed cast members include:
- - Voice Actors: Shouhei Komatsu, Misaki Sekiyama, Toshiya Hiruma, Yuki Yoneuchi, and Arthur Lansbury.
- - Stage and Visual Performers: Seiya Kimura, Hayato Sekin, Taiga Shimonoto, Chikako Suzuki, Shouta Takasaki, and Taiga Hiiragishi.
The synergy of voice actors and stage artists promises to create powerful moments that resonate deeply with the audience, delivering a crucial message: "You become truly real by being loved."
The Sound of Heartfelt Storytelling
The narrative centers around a stuffed rabbit made of velveteen, given as a Christmas gift to a boy. Initially ignored, the rabbit eventually wins the boy's affection and dreams of becoming a 'real' rabbit. However, the journey to realize this dream comes with unexpected challenges, showcasing a miraculous tale of love and emotional awakening.
PEaCE PROJECT Vision
The production is part of the PEaCE PROJECT, founded by Atsuhiro Sato. The acronym stands for 'Positive Experience And Cherished Emotions,' emphasizing the project's aim to provide audiences with uplifting theater experiences that turn into cherished memories. The project is committed to crafting performances that bring joy and peace to viewers’ lives, transforming the act of spectating into a cherished moment.
Performance Information
- - Show Title: The Velveteen Rabbit – Pale Tone
- - Performance Dates: July 9 (Wed) to July 21 (Mon/Holiday), 2025
- - Venue: CBGK Shibuya (2-29-5 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Cast Members Include:
Matsumoto Koudai, Imae Daichi, Aoi Shouta, Abe Kaisu, Kimura Seiya, Komatsu Shouhei, Shimonoto Taiga, Suzuki Chikako, Sekin Hayato, Sekiyama Misaki, Takagi Toshiki, Takasaki Shouta, Teju, Hiiragishi Taiga, Nakamu Taro, Hiruma Toshiya, Yoneuchi Yuki, Lansbury Arthur, and directed by Atsuhiro Sato.
Performance Schedule:
- - July 9 (Wed) 19:00
- - July 10 (Thu) 15:00 / 19:00
- - July 11 (Fri) 15:00 / 19:00
- - July 12 (Sat) 13:00 / 17:00
- - July 13 (Sun) 13:00 / 17:00
- - July 14 (Mon) 19:00
- - July 15 (Tue) 19:00
- - July 16 (Wed) 15:00 / 19:00
- - July 17 (Thu) 15:00 / 19:00
- - July 18 (Fri) 15:00 / 19:00
- - July 19 (Sat) 13:00 / 17:00
- - July 20 (Sun) 13:00 / 17:00
- - July 21 (Mon/Holiday) 12:00 / 16:00
Note that different cast members will perform on certain days, so fans should pay extra attention to the lineup.
Tickets are available for purchase on the Confetti website, where you can also find membership perks and information on the buying process.