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Celebrating 30 Years of Petekan

As Petekan theater company reaches its 30th anniversary, they are proud to present a special performance titled 'Rarely Seen in Ancient Times, Now a Wonder'. This exciting production will be held at Shinjuku Theater Tops in Tokyo from October 1 to October 5, 2025. The main guests for this performance are the renowned Tanaka Mayumi and Yamaguchi Ryoichi, who are both celebrating their milestone of turning 70.

Tickets for this extraordinary event are currently on sale through Confetti, operated by Long Run Planning Inc., based in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Fans and theater enthusiasts can purchase their tickets online, ensuring they do not miss this unique celebration of life, family, and time.

Overview of the Play

The story unfolds when the youngest daughter, Kaori, suggests, "Shouldn't we do something for our family’s 'Koki' celebration?" As the eldest daughter, Emiko, and the middle daughter, Mika, try to rearrange their busy schedules, the entire family unexpectedly gathers a day earlier, igniting a pre-celebration party. The three sisters, initially overwhelmed by their hectic lives, unwittingly embark on a journey filled with cherished family moments, laughter, and unforgettable surprises.

This generation, often labeled as elderly, is far from frail; many are brimming with hope and dreams, sometimes even outshining the younger generation in energy and aspirations!

Performance Details

• - Title: Rarely Seen in Ancient Times, Now a Wonder
• - Dates: October 1 (Wed) to October 5 (Sun), 2025
• - Location: Shinjuku Theater Tops, 4th Floor, WaMall TOPS HOUSE, 3-20-8 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Cast

• - Mayumi Tanaka
• - Ryoichi Yamaguchi
• - Yukio Oji (Petekan)
• - Ryuji Hamada (Petekan)
• - Minori Nagamine (Petekan)
• - Kumiko Shijo (Petekan)
• - Seiko Tanibe (Petekan)
• - Go Soeno (Petekan)
• - Tomohiro Iwanaga
• - Haruki Tokuoka (Shepherd Dog Theater Company)
• - Saki Uhama (ZANNEN座)
• - Akane Ishida (Shoujo Tokyo Kishu)

Creative Team

• - Playwright/Director: Ryuji Hamada
• - Music: Yu Inoue
• - Stage Design: Akane Ishida
• - Sound: Satoshi Shimanuki
• - Sound Operations: Tomoko Uchino
• - Lighting: Emiko Yokomaku (Manpei Sha)
• - Stage Manager: Haruo Furuya
• - Promotional Art: Nami Tamura
• - Photography: Eiji Hata
• - Production: Haruka Murakami (Petekan)
• - Planning/Production/Organization: Petekan Theater Company

Performance Schedule

• - October 1 (Wed) at 19:00
• - October 2 (Thu) at 19:30
• - October 3 (Fri) at 19:00
• - October 4 (Sat) at 14:30 / 19:00☆
• - October 5 (Sun) at 13:00 / 17:00

(☆ The performance on October 4 at 19:00 will be live-streamed. More details will be announced soon.)

• - Reception opens one hour before the show; doors open 30 minutes prior.
• - Estimated performance duration: approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.

Ticket Prices

• - Reserved Seats: 5,500 yen
• - Same-Day Exchange Ticket:

- U-30 Discount: 3,000 yen (For those under 30, age verification required)
- Koki Pair Discount: 7,000 yen (Advance sale only; one person in the pair must be 70 or older, age verification required)
(All seats are reserved and include tax.)

For those interested in attending, tickets can be purchased through Confetti's online platform. Ensure your spot at what promises to be an unforgettable celebration of family, love, and the richness of life at its older stages!

For further information and updates, please visit the official Petekan website: Petekan Official Website. You can also find an interview in the October issue of Confetti, anticipated to be published on September 1.