Attack on Titan’s First Overseas Performance in New York
The musical “Attack on Titan -the Musical-” is set to make its debut in the United States, with performances scheduled from October 11 to 13 at the “New York City Center” theater. This event marks the first time the musical will be performed outside of Japan. Directed by Go Ueki, the talented cast features Kurumu Okamiya as Eren Yeager, Sara Takatsuki as Mikasa Ackerman, Eito Konishi as Armin Arlert, Ryo Matsuda as Levi Ackerman, and Takuro Ono as Erwin Smith.
Combining Technology and Theatrical Techniques
“Attack on Titan -the Musical-” first graced the stages in Osaka and Tokyo in January 2023. The production is renowned for its blend of cutting-edge technology and traditional theatrical methods. The presence of the Titans on stage is overwhelming, and the integration of music, dance, and action adds to the high-quality performance. The musical received rave reviews on social media and concluded its run with sold-out shows.
Announced Cast and Author’s Comment
For the New York performances, new cast members Shodai Matsuda as Jean Kirstein and Yuri Takahashi as Connie Springer will join the team. The Japanese cast including those who will also act in New York are as follows. The cast of the New York performance has not yet been fully announced, and fans are eagerly awaiting further updates. The dynamic performances have been receiving significant attention daily, and the overseas version is expected to captivate a large audience as well.
Original manga author Hajime Isayama expressed his excitement about the overseas debut. “When I watched the Tokyo performance, I was overwhelmed by the power of the stage. I felt that the musical format suited ‘Attack on Titan’ perfectly. The actors’ actions and songs create a new ‘Attack on Titan’ that is different from both the original work and the anime. It has been wonderfully produced, and I hope New York audiences will also get to see it soon. I am looking forward to the start of the performance,” said Isayama.
| Cast | Role |
| Kurumu Okamiya | Eren Yeager |
| Sara Takatsuki | Mikasa Ackerman |
| Eito Konishi | Armin Arlert |
| Yuu Fukuzawa | Jean Kirstein |
| Kazuaki Yasue | Marco Bott |
| Tomoya Nakanishi | Connie Springer |
| Sena | Sasha Blouse |
| Mitsu Murata | Hannes |
| Takeshi Hayashino | Keith Shadis |
| Masanori Tomita | Dimo Reeves |
| Mimi Maihane | Carla Yeager |
| Mitsuru Karahashi | Grisha Yeager |
| Riona Tatemichi | Hange Zoë |
| Ryo Matsuda | Levi Ackerman |
| Takuro Ono | Erwin Smith |
Background of Attack on Titan
“Attack on Titan” is based on the manga series serialized in “Bessatsu Shonen Magazine” (Kodansha) from September 2009 to April 2021. The story is set in a world where humanity is confined within massive walls to protect themselves from the man-eating Titans. The plot follows Eren Yeager, who dreams of exploring the world beyond the walls, alongside the fierce warrior Mikasa Ackerman and the brilliant strategist Armin Arlert. This dark fantasy series has captured the hearts of fans worldwide, with over 140 million copies of the manga sold globally as of December 2019. It has also won numerous awards and has been adapted into a popular TV anime series. In 2015, a live-action film starring Haruma Miura was released, and a Hollywood live-action adaptation is in the works.
Fans of “Attack on Titan” are eagerly anticipating the musical’s New York debut. The blend of live-action performance with the beloved storyline and characters is expected to attract a wide audience. This musical adaptation showcases the universal appeal and enduring popularity of the “Attack on Titan” series.
