Monday, October 14, 2013

Japan Foundation presents Japanese fable The Restaurant of Many Orders at the CCP


October 16, 2013, 8:00 PM
Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theater)
CCP Complex
Pasay, Metro Manila

The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) continues its celebration of the 40th Year of ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation as it presents The Restaurant of Many Orders by the Koike Hiroshi Bridge Project happening on October 16, 2013, 8:00 PM at the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theater).

This theatrical production of The Restaurant of Many Fables is based on the novel of the same name by Kenji Miyazawa. One of Miyazawa’s most famous works, this story is a known fable throughout Japan. Directed by Hiroshi Koike, this show focuses on the relationship between human and nature and will be told through theater, contemporary and traditional dance, voice, songs and masks.

The Koike Hiroshi Bridge Project was formed in May 2012 by Hiroshi Koike when he closed his former company Pappa TARAHAMURA.  The group not only produces performing arts but they also apply various media such as film, photography, installation works and writings.  Hiroshi Koike is a director, choreographer, writer, photographer and the President of P.A.I (Performing Art Institute). After working as a TV director, he started a performing arts company, Pappa TARAHUMARA in 1982. He has directed 55 pieces and worked with many artists in different countries and has established a high reputation throughout the world.

Ticket prices:
Free admission with prior reservation.

For inquiries:
Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) 811-6155 to 58, email@jfmo.org.ph

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