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Charity Ballet Performance: Giselle

A highly anticipated charity ballet performance, the full version of "Giselle", will be brought to life in a special event on September 15, 2025. Set to take place at Koenji Miyaji Music Hall in Tokyo, this performance is orchestrated by the International Soroptimist Tokyo-Koganei.

The International Soroptimist Tokyo-Koganei is part of a global organization dedicated to advancing women’s opportunities, largely through charitable endeavors. The name 'Soroptimist' melds the Latin words for 'sister' and 'best', translating to a mission of providing the best for women. Pursuing this mission requires funds, and the organization has been active in various fundraising activities, including charity concerts and performances. This year marks an exciting milestone as they host a ballet gala for the first time, in collaboration with the renowned Miyaki Ballet School.

Tickets are already available for purchase through Confetti, managed by Long Run Planning Company, located in Tokyo.
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Guest Dancers

This spectacular performance will showcase a lineup of talented dancers:

• - Shunsuke Mizui: A first soloist at the New National Theatre Ballet Company, he began his ballet training at the age of 5 and studied abroad at the Vienna State Ballet School, graduating top of his class.
• - Tatsushi Yamamoto: A versatile dancer who started ballet at age 6 at Suzuki Classic Ballet Academy and later joined the Tokyo Ballet Company, he now performs as a freelance dancer.
• - Tetsuya Nakajima: A ballet instructor and esteemed dancer with the Makino Ballet Company, known for his remarkable contributions to works like "The Nutcracker."
• - Chika Takahashi: A promising dancer with experience from studies in Monaco and extensive performances across Europe.
• - Yuki Kondo: A performer originating from the Miyaki Ballet Academy, who holds extensive experience in various ballet performances.

Performance Venue

The event will take place at the Koenji Miyaji Music Hall, located at Hongu 6-14-45, Koganei City, Tokyo. The doors will open at 4:30 PM, with the performance commencing at 5:00 PM on the day of the event.

Ticket pricing is set at a standard rate of 6,000 yen (including tax), with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Synopsis of Giselle

Act 1 unfolds in a quaint village in medieval Germany during autumn. Giselle, a vibrant young woman with a frail constitution, lives with her mother, Berthe. Unknown to Giselle, the nobleman Albrecht has disguised himself as a peasant to woo her, while her childhood friend Hilarion harbors doubts about Albrecht's true identity and is jealous of their burgeoning romance.

As the village dances in celebration, Berthe warns Giselle not to overexert herself, recalling a local legend that girls who die before marriage become the spirits known as Wilis, condemned to dance eternally. This foreshadowing becomes eerily significant when Albrecht’s betrothed, Bathilde, visits, and Hilarion, filled with jealousy, reveals Albrecht’s identity during a crucial moment, resulting in heartbreaking tragedy for Giselle.

Act 2 transports us to an eerie forest cemetery where the Queen of the Wilis, Myrtha, calls Giselle back to join their ranks. Both Albrecht and Hilarion arrive to pay their respects to Giselle, only to be ensnared by the vengeful spirits. However, Giselle intervenes to protect Albrecht from a deadly fate, demonstrating the unwavering power of love amidst despair.

The performance offers a poignant exploration of love, betrayal, and the unbreakable connections that transcend even death.

Join us in this venture as we support a noble cause while basking in the beautiful artistry of ballet. Your presence at this performance aids our community in empowering women and encouraging the spirit of kindness. We highly appreciate your support and hope to see you at the gala!