50 upcoming theater events
Theater 711 run, May 27–31, 2026
Wed, 27 May 2026
シアター711
A multi-day theater run at Theater 711 (シアター711) in Tokyo, May 27–31, 2026, with performances on May 27–28. Presented by Honda Geki, this intimate venue hosts contemporary Japanese stage works in a compact, club-like setting.
Honda Theater: May 27-June 2 performances
Wed, 27 May 2026
本多劇場 (Honda Theater)
A multi-day theater program at Honda Theater in Tokyo, running May 27–June 2. Enjoy live stage performances in an intimate venue, with shows on May 27–28 and additional dates through June 2.
point of no return
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 23:00
Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Theater West
An immersive contemporary stage piece, 'point of no return,' presented at Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Theater East from May 28–31, 2026. The production blends drama and movement to probe fate and turning points within a sleek, urban theatre setting.
Magic Spotlight: Secrets
Fri, 29 May 2026
Makuhari Messe
A spellbinding multi-day magic showcase, Magic Spotlight: Secrets, at Makuhari Messe. Enjoy dazzling illusion acts and secrets of the trade across Fri–Sun in a family-friendly theater setting.
Suzunari Theatre Run, June 5–14, 2026
Fri, 5 Jun 2026
ザ・スズナリ (The Suzunari)
The Suzunari hosts a month-long theatre run by Honda Gekidan Suzunari, June 5–14, 2026. Expect intimate, contemporary Japanese stage works in a compact venue, with performances spanning the opening weekend and beyond. A must-see for Tokyo theatre fans seeking bold, independent drama.
Hosho School Monthly Regular Noh — June
Sun, 7 Jun 2026 at 22:00
Hosho Noh Theatre
Monthly Noh performance by the Hosho school at Hosho Noh Theatre. It features classic Noh plays with Kyogen interludes, offering a refined glimpse into traditional Japanese theatre.
Kanze Kyukokai June Regular Noh Performance
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 23:00
Kanze Noh Theater
An afternoon Noh theatre program by the Kanze school at Kanze Noh Theater in Ginza, Tokyo. The program features classic Noh plays with Kyogen interludes, highlighting refined masks, precise movements, and centuries of traditional Japanese stagecraft in an intimate, ceremonial setting.
June 12–23, 2026: Theater Run at Honda Theater
Fri, 12 Jun 2026
本多劇場 (Honda Theater)
Japanese-language stage production at Honda Theater in Tokyo, running June 12–23, 2026. This multi-day drama showcases live performances in a classic, intimate theater setting across two weekends.
ERNEST SHACKLETON LOVES ME
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 23:00
Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Theater West
English-language stage musical based on Ernest Shackleton, performed at Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Theater East. The production runs June 11–24, 2026, offering a bold blend of storytelling and live music in a modern theater venue. An engaging voyage for fans of musical theater and adventurous narratives.
Cerulean Tower Noh Performance — June
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 at 03:30
Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre
Experience a monthly Noh and Kyogen performance at the Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre, a modern 200-seat venue in the basement of the Cerulean Tower hotel in Shibuya. Enjoy traditional Japanese drama with subtle Kyogen humor in an intimate, culturally immersive evening of live theatre.
Performance at Meiji-za Theatre (June 12–21, 2026)
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 at 21:00
Meiji-za Theatre
A live theatre performance at Tokyo's Meiji-za Theatre running June 12–21, 2026. The multi-day run promises compelling drama and polished stagecraft at a historic venue.
SUMMERS LIVE 15
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 23:00
Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Playhouse
SUMMERS LIVE 15 is a live theatre performance at the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Playhouse, running June 11–17, 2026. The listing on Geigeki's English site signals a contemporary stage event in an iconic indoor venue. Aimed at theatre lovers, it promises a polished production in a prestigious Tokyo setting.
Fringe theater run at The Suzunari (June 18–24)
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 at 04:00
ザ・スズナリ (The Suzunari)
An intimate fringe theater show running June 18–24 at The Suzunari in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo. The venue is renowned as one of Tokyo's most important fringe theaters (86 seats), offering a compact, provocative stage experience in a cozy, independent space.
Month-long theatre run at Meiji-za Theatre (Jun 27–Jul 26, 2026)
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 at 21:00
Meiji-za Theatre
Month-long theatre run at Tokyo's Meiji-za Theatre from June 27 to July 26, 2026. An indoor live production in a historic venue, featuring a professional cast delivering a Japanese-language stage performance with immersive storytelling and classic on-stage ambience.
Back to the Future – Shiki Theatre, Tokyo
Thu, 2 Jul 2026 at 03:00
Zerotokyo
Shiki Theatre Company brings the stage musical Back to the Future to Tokyo. A high-energy production with stunning sets and beloved songs, delivering a family-friendly live theatre experience in a premier Tokyo venue. Tickets via Pia.
6月27日(土)〜7月7日(火) 本多劇場公演
Sat, 27 Jun 2026
本多劇場 (Honda Theater)
A Japanese-language stage production at Honda Theater running June 27–July 7, 2026. This multi-day engagement presents contemporary drama by local artists in Tokyo, staged in the intimate Honda Theater setting. A must for theater enthusiasts seeking immersive live performances.
Suzunari Theater Run (July 1–26)
Thu, 2 Jul 2026 at 04:00
ザ・スズナリ (The Suzunari)
An intimate fringe theater performance at The Suzunari in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, running July 1–26. The 86-seat venue is noted as one of Tokyo's most important fringe theaters, delivering a contemporary stage piece during the summer run.
Hosho School Monthly Regular Noh — July
Sun, 5 Jul 2026 at 22:00
Hosho Noh Theatre
Regular monthly Noh performance by the Hosho school at Hosho Noh Theatre. The program blends Noh plays with Kyogen interludes, offering a window into classical Japanese theatre in an intimate venue.
July 1–26 theatre run at The Suzunari
Wed, 1 Jul 2026
ザ・スズナリ (The Suzunari)
A month-long theatre run at The Suzunari in Tokyo from July 1 to July 26, featuring intimate Japanese performances. The program opens with special shows on July 1–2, offering a mix of contemporary drama and experimental pieces in a small, intimate venue. A must-see for fans of indie theatre.
Kanze Kyukokai July Regular Noh Performance
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 at 23:00
Kanze Noh Theater
Regular monthly Noh performance by the Kanze school at the Ginza Kanze Theater in Tokyo. The program combines classic Noh plays with Kyogen interludes, showcasing mask work, chant, and refined traditional staging in an intimate theater setting.
Cerulean Tower Noh Performance
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 at 03:30
Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre
Monthly Noh performance at the Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre in Shibuya. Experience classical Japanese drama and Kyogen in a modern 200-seat basement venue.
ブルーマングループ2026 新宿公演
Mon, 3 Aug 2026 at 03:00
ロック、アート、コメディが融合した唯一無二のライブ「ブルーマングループ」が夏の新宿に帰ってきます！エキサイティングなパフォーマンスをお見逃しなく！
Blue Man Group returns to Shinjuku for a 2026 performance blending rock, art, and comedy into a high-energy live experience. Expect immersive visuals, percussion-driven music, and the iconic blue performers in a unique theatre setting.
Kabuki Matinee at Kabuki-za Theatre
Sat, 1 Aug 2026 at 20:00
Kabuki-za Theatre
Experience a traditional Kabuki matinee at Tokyo's iconic Kabuki-za Theatre. This formal, artsy performance pairs lavish costumes and precise idioms with entrancing stage craft, offering a window into Japan’s classical theater heritage. A must for theatre lovers and culture seekers.
ノ・ルム ふたりのバランス
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 at 04:00
Theatre Tram (Setagaya)
Experience a contemporary theater and dance duet, ノ・ルム ふたりのバランス, by Agat & Adrien at Theatre Tram in Setagaya. This intimate performance blends movement, space, and partnership in a bold, kinetic dialogue. Part of Setagaya Art Farm 2026 in Tokyo.
Stage On! – Another Stage: Dance & Theatre
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 at 04:00
Setagaya Public Theatre
A contemporary theatre and dance performance at Setagaya Public Theatre in Sangenjaya as part of Setagaya Art Farm 2026 Stage On! Another Stage. The show blends movement with stage storytelling in an intimate theatre setting, offering a fresh take on performance art.
Sliding Away
Fri, 7 Aug 2026 at 23:00
Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Theater West
Sliding Away is a contemporary theater performance at Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre East, blending intimate drama with precise stagecraft and powerful live acting. This run spans August 7–23, 2026, offering multiple evening and weekend shows in a premier Tokyo venue that spotlights cutting-edge staging.
Kanze Kyukokai August Regular Noh Performance
Sun, 9 Aug 2026 at 23:00
Kanze Noh Theater
Experience the Kanze Kyukokai August Regular Noh Performance at the Kanze Noh Theater in Ginza. This traditional program pairs refined Noh plays with lively Kyogen interludes, offered in a historic urban theater.
Privacy Overview (Matinee)
Tue, 1 Sept 2026 at 20:00
Kabuki-za Theatre
Experience a matinee of traditional Kabuki at Kabuki-za Theatre in Tokyo. The program highlights exquisite choreography, ornate costumes, and a storied stage that embodies centuries of Japanese drama. A formal, immersive glimpse into classic theatre at a legendary venue.
Kanze Kyukokai: September Noh Performance
Sun, 13 Sept 2026 at 23:00
Kanze Noh Theater
Experience a traditional Noh performance by the Kanze school at the Kanze Noh Theater in Ginza. The September program features Noh plays with Kyogen interludes, delivering refined, ceremonial theatre in a storied Tokyo venue.
La Bohème at Nissay Theatre
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 at 23:00
Nissay Theatre
Puccini's La Bohème staged as a refined opera at Nissay Theatre in Tokyo. The performance starts at 14:00 UTC on 2026-08-20 and features a contemporary cast highlighted in the venue's news page. Expect intimate romance, soaring arias, and the theatre's elegant, intimate ambiance.
Hosho School Noh Performance (September)
Sun, 6 Sept 2026 at 22:00
Hosho Noh Theatre
Experience a traditional Noh performance by the Hosho school at the intimate Hosho Noh Theatre. This monthly program presents classical Noh plays with Kyogen interludes, showcasing refined Japanese drama and virtuosic mask work.
Meiji-za Theatre Performance Sep 15–30, 2026
Tue, 15 Sept 2026 at 21:00
Meiji-za Theatre
A Japanese-language theater performance at the iconic Meiji-za Theatre in Tokyo, running Sep 15–30, 2026. Expect a traditional Japanese stage experience with high-caliber acting in a historic venue.
Golden Dragon Dance at Sensoji Temple
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 at 20:30
Nakamise-dori, Sensoji Temple
Autumn spectacle at Senso-ji Temple: an 18-meter golden dragon dances through the temple grounds in Kinryu no Mai. A traditional cultural performance that draws locals and visitors to witness ceremonial choreography, vibrant banners, and atmospheric temple architecture.
Cerulean Tower Noh Performance
Sat, 12 Sept 2026 at 03:30
Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre
Monthly Noh and Kyogen performances at the Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre, a compact 200-seat basement venue in Shibuya. The program blends refined mask work, chant, and stylized movement, offering an intimate window into classical Japanese theatre.
Kanze Kyukokai October Regular Noh Performance
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 at 23:00
Kanze Noh Theater
Regular monthly Noh performance by the Kanze school at the Kanze Noh Theater in Ginza. The program combines classical Noh plays with Kyogen interludes, presenting refined Japanese drama in a traditional setting. A formal cultural experience for theatre enthusiasts.
The Mikado in Tokyo
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 at 03:00
Zepp DiverCity
See The Mikado live in Tokyo on 2026-10-14 at Zepp DiverCity. This Gilbert & Sullivan classic delivers witty satirical opera with memorable melodies in a contemporary concert venue, offering a refined evening of theatrical music.
Hosho School Monthly Regular Noh — October
Sun, 4 Oct 2026 at 22:00
Hosho Noh Theatre
Experience the Hosho School's monthly Noh performance at Hosho Noh Theatre. This traditional program features refined Noh plays with Kyogen interludes performed by the Hosho school, presenting a formal, immersive taste of classical Japanese theatre in an intimate venue.
Pirates of Tokyo Bay: Autumn of Arts — Unscripted Theater
Mon, 28 Sept 2026 at 04:30
What the Dickens!, Ebisu
Experience Pirates of Tokyo Bay in an unscripted, live theater night as part of the Autumn of Arts. At What the Dickens! in Ebisu, performers improvise spontaneous scenes without a script, delivering witty storytelling and bold creative energy in an intimate, welcoming venue.
Nissay Opera 2026: Don Giovanni / Evening Crane
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 at 23:00
Nissay Theatre
Nissay Theatre hosts the 2026 NISSAY OPERA double bill featuring Don Giovanni and 夕鶴 (Evening Crane) from November 14–29, 2026. A prestigious classical opera program in Tokyo with live orchestral accompaniment, blending European and Japanese repertoires in a dramatic, culturally rich production.
Kanze Kyukokai December Regular Noh Performance
Sun, 13 Dec 2026 at 23:00
Kanze Noh Theater
Attend a traditional Noh theatre performance at Kanze Noh Theater in Ginza. This December program features a Noh play with Kyogen interludes, offering refined masks, elegant costumes, and a window into historic Japanese drama.
Squid Game: The Experience
Sat, 16 Jan 2027 at 20:00
BRAND SHIBUYA
Immerse yourself in Squid Game: The Experience, an interactive theatre-style event in Shibuya. Navigate a series of suspenseful challenges guided by live performers, blending immersive staging with game-inspired thrills in a high-production setting.
Cerulean Tower Noh Performance — October
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 at 03:30
Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre
Monthly Noh and Kyogen performances at the Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre, a compact 200-seat venue in the basement of the Cerulean Tower hotel in Shibuya. The program features traditional Noh drama with Kyogen interludes, presented in a contemporary setting.
Hosho School Monthly Regular Noh — December
Sun, 6 Dec 2026 at 22:00
Hosho Noh Theatre
Regular monthly Noh performance by the Hosho School at Hosho Noh Theatre. Classic Noh plays with Kyogen interludes, showcasing refined masks, stylized movement, and intimate venue ambiance.
Cerulean Tower Noh Performance — December
Sat, 12 Dec 2026 at 03:30
Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre
Monthly Noh and Kyogen performance at the Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre, a compact 200-seat venue tucked in the basement of the Cerulean Tower hotel in Shibuya. This intimate production blends classic Japanese Noh drama with playful Kyogen in a refined, contemporary setting.
Meiji-za Theatre Performance Feb 12–28, 2027
Fri, 12 Feb 2027 at 21:00
Meiji-za Theatre
A live theatre performance at the historic Meiji-za Theatre in Tokyo, running February 12–28, 2027. Expect strong acting, direction, and stagecraft in a classic proscenium setting, delivering an immersive night of theatre at a famed venue.
Kanze Kyukokai November Regular Noh Performance
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 at 23:00
Kanze Noh Theater
Join the Kanze Kyukokai for its November regular Noh performance at the Kanze Noh Theater in Tokyo's Ginza. The program pairs solemn Noh plays with light Kyogen interludes, showcasing centuries of Japanese stage tradition.
Hosho School Monthly Regular Noh — November
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 at 22:00
Hosho Noh Theatre
Monthly Noh performance by the Hosho school at Hosho Noh Theatre, featuring Noh plays and Kyogen interludes. A formal, intimate glimpse into traditional Japanese theatre with masked actors, live music, and precise, ritualized staging.
Cerulean Tower Noh Performance — November
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 at 03:30
Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre
Monthly Noh performance at the Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre in Shibuya, a sleek 200-seat venue tucked in the basement of the Cerulean Tower hotel. The program features traditional Noh with Kyogen pieces, pairing ancient ritual theatre with a contemporary stage setting.
Suzunari Theater Run: Shimokitazawa, Mar 25–29
Fri, 26 Mar 2027 at 04:00
ザ・スズナリ (The Suzunari)
Experience an intimate fringe theatre performance at The Suzunari, a renowned 86-seat venue in Shimokitazawa. This run from March 25–29 brings bold, live theater to Tokyo's fringe scene in a compact, atmospheric space.
Geki Small Theater: Apr 2–5, 2126
Tue, 2 Apr 2126
「劇」小劇場
A multi-day theater run at Geki Small Theater from April 2–5, 2126. This Japanese-language stage production fills the intimate venue with live drama across several evenings, offering a compact, artsy experience in a classic small-theater setting.