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File.2 Yokosuka Arts Theater Backstage Tour
The Yokosuka Arts Theater is a well-equipped hall that has a large theater with a full-fledged opera house specification, which is rare in Japan. On stage, Japan's world-famous maestro Seiji Ozawa has been spotlighted by top stars from various fields, from classical music to musicals and traditional performing arts.
When I heard that a "backstage tour" would be held where you could see every corner of the theater you've been dreaming about, go without hesitation!
The meeting point is the carry-in entrance near the entrance of the parking lot. When I pushed open the heavy door and entered, there was a huge space where a large trailer could be stored. To think that there was a place like this in a place you don't usually notice...
Right next to it is the so-called "naraku", under the floor of the stage of the large theater. The main stage, which carries the stage equipment and equipment to the stage, can be loaded up to about 25 tons.
There are many dangerous places behind the scenes, so everyone listens carefully to the precautions during the tour.
Finally, take the large elevator that can hold up to 4 tons to the upper floors!
When you get off the elevator on the 3rd floor, there is the stage side of the large theater. A bright ring of light is created in the middle of the stage, and a red opera curtain descends beyond it.
Out of nowhere, I heard the sound of the orchestra tuning and the noise of the audience...
When the curtain opens to the sound of magnificent music, you can see the 1,806 seats all the way to the balcony on the upper floor!
A moment of excitement that is suitable for the "opening" of the backstage tour!
After taking a commemorative photo with all the participants, they were divided into two groups, and each of them went to experience the stage mechanism.
The remaining teams on stage first experienced operating the art baton.
Far above the stage, there are 50 "art batons" that hang the sets and curtains. Experience the operation of raising and lowering this baton on the console. My heart is pounding.
A dazzling spotlight shines on the darkened stage...!
According to the explanation, the team member who went upstairs earlier is operating the spotlight.
It doesn't matter who is lighting it. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be in the spotlight on an opera house-style stage. Overcome glare and embarrassment and enjoy the feeling of a prima donna.
I'm a star!
When I got on the elevator and went up to the 7th floor, I came out to the space called "Gallery" above the stage. Literally behind the scenes, where lighting equipment and stage equipment are hung. When I looked down at the stage, my heart was pounding again at the dizzying height.
Next, go through the maze-like backstage to the pin spot room.
Now it's our turn to follow the members of the other team in the spotlight. One by one, let's learn how to operate, let's try!
Next, everyone sat in the audience and watched a demonstration of the stage mechanism.
Appearing on the stage are colorful dances of light, art batons, curtains, pianos and other tools. How dramatic it is that they just flicker and dance to the music!
Despite creating such a wide variety of scenes, it is said that only a small portion of the entire stage structure of the large theater is used. How many possibilities do you have? Amazing! Yokosuka Arts Theater!
I felt the skill of the staff who supported the stage and the deep affection for the stage from the wonderful demonstration that could be called "Showtime".
Then, ideas started to grow in my head, saying, ``I want to come to a concert this summer,'' and ``I want to see a traditional performing arts performance.
And personally, I was very interested in the tour of the dressing room.
There are large rooms that can be used by 10 or more people, medium-sized private rooms for leading actors and managers, and small private rooms for maestro who want to improve their concentration. As expected of an opera house-style theater, the dressing rooms are also diverse.
I wondered if Mr. Seiji Ozawa was sitting on this sofa.
And finally, to the orchestra pit in front of the stage. It is a space for the orchestra to create dreamlike music when performing operas and ballets.
The world's maestro has stood on the podium and received the applause of the audience.
When I closed my eyes, I felt like I could faintly hear the orchestra tuning and the noise of the audience at the beginning of the tour.
Backstage tours of the Yokosuka Arts Theater are held irregularly. The schedule will be announced on the website, so be sure to check it out.
Check the official website for details and to apply!!
