Attack on Titan Musical Stars Set to Wow NYC in Upcoming Parade & Concert

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Summary

  • The Attack on Titan cast will feature in the upcoming Japan Parade & Street Fair in NYC.
  • Cast members from Attack on Titan: The Musical will join the parade on May 10th.
  • A special reception and concert, featuring traditional Japanese elements, will precede the parade.

With anime’s increasing popularity globally, we’re seeing an uptick in anime-themed events worldwide. The latest news is that the cast of “Attack on Titan: The Musical” will be participating in an upcoming New York City parade. This event takes place during the 4th Annual Japan Parade & Street Fair, a new celebration of Japanese culture in NYC. Additionally, the “Attack on Titan” cast will put on a concert at this event, and some cast members will also join the parade.

The 4th Yearly Japan Parade & Street Fair is set for May 10th, and the concert takes place the evening prior. The parade will take place along 72nd Street, while the concert will happen at the Edison Ballroom, both locations within New York City. The recent announcement that the Attack on Titan cast will participate in this event was shared via a press release by AnimeNewsNetwork on Tuesday. This same news item also provides links to purchase tickets for the concert and reception prior to it.

Attack on Titan Joins the Japan Parade

Seven Members of the Cast to Feature

On May 10th, the Japan Parade will make its way down 72nd Street in New York City, beginning at 1pm. Among other attractions, four actors from the musical adaptation of “Attack on Titan” will be participating. These performers are Takuro Ohno (portraying Erwin Smith), Ryo Matsuda (Levi), Riona Tatemichi (Hange Zoë), and the Blade Attackers Hiroaki Shimoo, Ryūma Hashido, Yukiko Matsumoto, and Takahiko Kato. Last fall, the musical was staged in New York City to a packed house, with fans traveling great distances to catch a glimpse of it live.

The official website for the musical’s New York City production describes it as,

Attack on Titan: The Musical is derived from one of the most popular manga series ever sold (140 million copies globally). This production, an adaption by Hajime Isayama of the renowned Japanese graphic novel, merges classic musical theater methods with cutting-edge technology. It boasts a talented ensemble of 35 actors.

In this upcoming show, you’ll experience Japanese dialogues accompanied by English subtitles. Directed by Go Ueki, “ATTACK on TITAN: The Musical” had a triumphant debut in Osaka and Tokyo back in January 2023. This City Center presentation represents not only its American and New York premiere, but also the very first staging outside of Japan.

It seems likely that the cast was included in the Japan Parade because of the show’s remarkable success in New York.

Alongside characters from “Attack on Titan”, AnimeNewsNetwork announces that the parade will also include Chef Masaharu Morimoto, renowned restaurateur and Iron Chef star, as Grand Marshal, and Koji Sato as this year’s Japan Parade Leader. At the same time, the Japan Street Fair will be happening on West 72nd Street. Both events are free for the public to attend, unlike the reception and concert scheduled for the previous day.

The Attack on Titan Concert

A Show and Special Reception

On the eve of the Japan Parade & Street Festival, there’s a unique event scheduled – the Japan Night Reception & Concert, happening at the Edison Ballroom. The evening kicks off at 5:30 pm with a reception offering traditional Japanese sake tastings and hors d’oeuvres. The concert starts at 7:00 pm, with the cast of Attack on Titan: The Musical taking center stage first.

Following this performance, AnimeNewsNetwork reports that,

At the upcoming event, the Miyabi Koto and Shamisen Ensemble, headed by celebrated koto performer Masayo Ishigure, will play traditional Japanese instruments. Additionally, the ASP Group, our title sponsor, will showcase traditional Japanese crafts visually. The event concludes with a live performance from Sayaka Yamamoto, ex-captain of NMB48 and now a successful singer-songwriter.

During the night, you’ll see the characters from “Attack on Titan” take center stage once more, but there will also be a showcase of classic Japanese culture elements. This event caters to both anime enthusiasts (otaku) and those interested in Japanese culture, offering an opportunity to immerse themselves in aspects rarely experienced outside Japan. Tickets priced at $75 can be purchased through this link.

Watch the anime Attack on Titan now on Crunchyroll.

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2025-03-27 07:52