The first cast information for ``MANGALOGUE: Phoenix'', a ``theatrical manga live'' based on Osamu Tezuka's ``Phoenix: Future Edition'', has been announced.
From left: Firebird, Mari Natsuki
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As for the voice cast, Mari Natsuki will play the role of the Phoenix, Ano will play the role of Tamami, and Arata Furuta will play the role of Dr. Saruta. In addition, Koichi Yamadera has been chosen to play the role of the robot arm, Tetsuwan Arm, who navigates the manga experience at the theater.
This work features a cast member called ``MANGALOGUER'' who goes on a journey through the world of manga with a robot arm. Manga logers represent the audience's perspective, sometimes empathizing with the development of the story, sometimes raising questions, and reliving the story while deepening their understanding. The first Mangaloger will be Naoki Matayoshi, who will appear on the first day of the performance, April 22nd, and on the 23rd. The second cast information will be released in mid-March.
Natsuki commented, ``I am neither a god nor a devil, but a firebird who ``tells the truth.''As a symbolic presence in my work, I would like to deliver the story with a cosmic rhythm.'' Regarding the performance, Yamadera said, ``I believe this is the start of a new manga culture that will be disseminated to the world, so I hope that everyone will be the first to witness it and be proud of it for generations to come.''
``MANGALOGUE: Firebird'', which will be performed from April 22nd to May 16th, is a live performance in which manga is projected on a giant LED, allowing the audience to experience the world of manga with Tetsuwan Arm. Tickets will be on pre-sale from 10am on February 28th at members-only MoN Takanawa Tickets, from 10am on February 28th at MoN Takanawa Official Play Guide Guest Sales, and from 10am on February 28th at TBS Tickets.
