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The Exciting 30th Anniversary of Ballet Dragon Quest

2025 will mark a significant milestone for fans of both ballet and the iconic JRPG, Dragon Quest. The Star Dancers Ballet Company is set to perform a special anniversary production of Ballet Dragon Quest at the New National Theatre in Tokyo, celebrating its 30 years since its debut in 1995. This groundbreaking performance will take place on August 23rd and 24th, 2025.
Tokyo Symphony Orchestra will provide the music for this remarkable show, bringing to life the extensive score composed by Koichi Sugiyama. For the first time in the history of Ballet Dragon Quest, the orchestra will accompany the ballet, enhancing the spectacular blend of storytelling through both dance and music.

Ballet Dragon Quest combines the rich narratives of the Dragon Quest series with the artistry of ballet. Since its initial performance over 50 times, it has captivated many audiences, making it a treasured artwork in the performing arts scene. With a grand total of 41 orchestrated pieces, this new rendition includes beloved melodies from the game series, along with original compositions tailored specifically for the ballet.

In a dazzling showcase of talent, the lead roles will be shared by Rin Kohta Ota of the Bordeaux National Opera Ballet as the White Hero/Grey Hero on August 23rd and Shouhei Hayashida taking the role on August 24th. Riku Ito, from the Birmingham Royal Ballet, will portray the Black Hero on both days. The Princess role will be performed by Risa Ikeda from the New National Theatre Ballet Company, gracing the stage on August 24th. Other prominent cast members include Daisuke Ohno as the Demon King and Daisuke Fukuhara as the Sage.

This performance is directed and choreographed by Minoru Suzuki, who recently earned the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award for the 74th Arts Encouragement Prize, highlighting the creative merit of this production.

Performance Details

Event: Star Dancers Ballet Company, Ballet Dragon Quest (Two Acts)
Dates: August 23rd and 24th, 2025 (both days starting at 14:00; doors open at 13:15)
Venue: New National Theatre Opera Palace
Conductor: Yoshikazu Tanaka
Orchestra: Tokyo Symphony Orchestra

Ticket Prices (incl. tax)

• - SS Seat: 12,000 JPY
• - S Seat: 11,000 JPY (Children: 8,000 JPY)
• - A Seat: 9,000 JPY (Children: 6,000 JPY)
• - B Seat: 7,000 JPY (Children: 4,000 JPY)
• - C Seat: 5,000 JPY
• - D Seat: 3,000 JPY
• - U25 Ticket: 2,500 JPY (unreserved)

Children aged 4 to junior high school students are eligible for child rates. Tickets are only available through the Star Dancers Ballet Company website. Tickets are non-refundable unless the performance is canceled. For wheelchair access, please contact the Star Dancers Ballet Company directly from our official website: Star Dancers Ballet.

Don’t miss this special event that promises to enchant audiences with its perfect marriage of music and dance, as it narrates a grand adventure in Ballet Dragon Quest. Join us in celebrating three decades of captivating performances!