Masayuki Sakamoto will star in the musical “The Three Musketeers” and co-star with Seiya Suezawa of Ae! group at Nissay Theater in September | ORICON NEWS

Masayuki Sakamoto of the three-person group 20th Century will appear in the musical “Sanju” which will be performed at Nissay Theater in Tokyo from September 8th, Hiroshima Bunka Gakuen HBG Hall from October 4th, and Sky Theater MBS in Osaka from October 18th. It has been decided that he will star in “Shi.” Co-stars will be Seiya Suezawa, China Yabiku, and Kohei Kamiguchi from Ae! group.

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“THE BOY FROM OZ”, the Japanese version “Rock Opera Mozart”, and “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark” are based on the masterpieces of 19th century French writer Alexandre Dumas, which have been made into musicals around the world. The production will be directed by Philip McKinley, known for his work.

In addition to the classic “Three Musketeers” story of D’Artagnan’s growth and love story as he aims to become a musketeer, the story also focuses on Athos, the leader of the Three Musketeers, and the story of his love and hate with his former lover. , depicts the bond between Athos and d’Artagnan through d’Artagnan’s late father. We will deliver a new musical that retains the elements of a spectacular “adventure drama” while adding depth to the psychological depictions of the characters.

Bryan Adams’ “All For Love” will be used as the main theme song. This song was sung by Bryan Adams, Rod Stewart, and Sting as the “Three Musketeers” and became a huge hit all over the world. We will develop a musical that emphasizes “human drama” that lives on through the ages.

Sakamoto will play Athos, the leader of the Three Musketeers who is skilled with the sword. Suezawa plays D’Artagnan, a young man who came to Paris from a rural town with the dream of becoming a musketeer, Yabiku plays Constance, an innocent girl who falls in love with D’Artagnan, and Kamiguchi plays Aramis, one of the three musketeers who cares about his friends. was appointed.

Yuichi Harada will play Porthos, who is also one of the three musketeers and is a former pirate who is confident in his strength. Ryuji Ueyama will play Jussac, the commander of the Cardinal’s guard who is hostile to the musketeers. Sylvia will play Milady, who is rumored to be an evil woman who works behind the scenes as a confidant of the Cardinal. – Kiyotaka Imai and a group of unique actors have gathered together to play Grubb and Cardinal Richelieu, who plots to oust the king and take full control of France. Adventure, friendship, love…The story depicts the activities of a variety of characters who strive for “justice” while fighting against schemes that threaten to shake the nation.

▼Director: Philip McKinley

It is a great honor to be able to come to Japan again as the director of “The Three Musketeers.” I am truly fortunate to have a production team that passionately embraces and supports my creative vision for the film.
I deeply resonate with the timeless adventure story of love, honor, and “for justice,” and the opportunity to create this work with such an amazing cast, creator, and crew is extraordinary.
Japan has always respected creative passion and collaboration, and has provided the ideal environment for me to deliver The Three Musketeers as I envision it.
Enjoy this adventure story!

▼Masayuki Sakamoto

I am really happy to be able to participate in the masterpiece “The Three Musketeers”, which has been performed many times in Japan.
Also, starting with Philip, the director who helped me with “THE BOY FROM OZ”,
People I have worked with before, such as Imai-san, Sylvia-san, and Suezawa-kun,
I think it will be a fun practice while stimulating each other.
I would like to create a new “Three Musketeers”.
It is also a joy to be able to perform it at my favorite Nissay Theater.
Now, I’m really looking forward to seeing what kind of work it will turn out to be.

▼Seiya Suezawa (Ae! group)

This is Seiya Suezawa from Ae! group.
I worked with Philip, the director, on “THE BOY FROM OZ,” and he gave me passionate guidance from rehearsals, so I’m happy and honored to be able to work with him again this time.
I can’t wait to work with Sakamoto-kun again and create new works!
I’ve seen the movie “The Three Musketeers” and found the storyline and action to be worth watching, so I’m looking forward to seeing how the story progresses in the musical.
I would like to do my best so that everyone can enjoy watching the various D’Artagnans, such as how the pure and strong sense of justice grows after meeting the Three Musketeers, his sweet and sour love affair with Constance, and his bond with Athos. I think.
We look forward to seeing you at the theater.