Upcoming Reading Play: 'Bungo and Alchemist'
The highly anticipated reading play based on the popular simulation game 'Bungo and Alchemist' is scheduled for June 22, 2025, at the prestigious Nippon Kyōiku Kaikan's Hitotsubashi Hall in Tokyo. Produced by C&R Corporation, this event aims to bring together fans of literature and the game in an immersive storytelling format. This reading play will feature two performances: a matinee beginning at 1:30 PM and an evening show starting at 6:00 PM.
Ticket Sales Information
As excitement builds, ticket sales will commence with an exclusive pre-sale for game players starting on May 3, 2025, at 12:00 PM. Following this, a general pre-sale opens on May 16, concluding with a public general sale on June 6, 2025. The full details of the sales schedule are outlined below:
- - Game Pre-Sales (Lottery): May 3, 12:00 PM – May 11, 11:59 PM
Result Announcement: May 15, 6:00 PM
Payment Period: May 15, 6:00 PM – May 19, 11:59 PM
- - Guide Pre-Sales (Lottery): May 16, 12:00 PM – May 25, 11:59 PM
Result Announcement: May 29, 6:00 PM
Payment Period: May 29, 6:00 PM – June 2, 11:59 PM
- - General Sales (First-Come, First-Served): June 6, 6:00 PM onward
All tickets will come with a special invitation that includes a message from the participating literary figures, alongside a themed mask card. The invitation will incorporate one of four different messages, along with one unique mask card.
Performance Details
The cast will feature famous voice actors, with Nobuhiko Okamoto portraying Jun'ichirō Tanizaki and Kenta Ito as Edgar Allan Poe in both shows. For the evening performance, Soma Saito will replace Kenta Ito as the character Edogawa Ranpo, providing a fresh twist to the storytelling.
'Bungo and Alchemist' Game Overview
The game that inspired this reading play, 'Bungo and Alchemist', is a reincarnation simulation game published by DMM GAMES, initially released in November 2016 as a browser game and later adapted for mobile devices. The game has captivated over 1.6 million registered users who engage with historic Japanese authors reincarnated as characters. It explores the relationships and dynamics of these literary figures, creating a unique narrative experience for players.
Game Features
- - Platforms: PC Browser, iOS, Android
- - Game Cost: Free to play with optional in-game purchases
- - Official Website: Bungo and Alchemist
Extended Media Engagements
C&R Corporation, the event's lead producer, has continually expanded the reach of 'Bungo and Alchemist', including an anime adaptation aired on TV Tokyo and events in collaboration with dining experiences in Los Angeles, to name a few. As they venture into new territories, fans can look forward to various interactive events and the promotion of the creativity surrounding this engaging title.
Final Notes
Fans of both literature and gaming alike should not miss this opportunity to witness the crossover of these two worlds in a production that promises to be captivating and enlightening. Be sure to mark your calendars for the ticket sales and prepare for an unforgettable experience in June 2025!