The story details the life of Kaguya-hime, a princess from the Moon who is discovered as a baby inside the stalk of a glowing bamboo plant.
The Tokyo Ballet: Kaguyahime
The Tokyo Ballet
Ballet
Margery Williams' timeless tale unfolds through dance, exploring how love and companionship shape who we are.
In a child's room, a once-forgotten stuffed rabbit overshadowed by mechanical toys is loved so deeply it becomes real. Its fur wears thin, its whiskers fall out, but once real, it can never be ugly—except to those who don't understand.
Lead dancers Gavin Coward and Natalie MacGillivray bring to life the emotions tied to childhood toys and the enduring power of belief. Nasir Mazhar's imaginative designs, from the Playroom Fairy's sequins to the wild rabbits' textured coats, add depth and wonder.
Directed by multi-award-winning Liv Lorent, this is an emotionally resonant experience that will stay with you long after viewing.
(Director), (Director), (Director), (Choreographer), Ben Crompton (Narrator), Emmy Crompton (Voice of the Velveteen Rabbit), Gavin Coward (The Velveteen Rabbit), John Kendall (Man and Boy, Wild Rabbit, Monkey ), Toby Fitzgibbons (Ragdoll, Wild Rabbit, Soldier), Virginia Scudeletti (Skin Horse, Playroom Fairy, Pink Dolly), Tassia Sissins (Wild Rabbit, Robot, Dog), (Composer), (Composer)