What this is
Directed by Miyako Yoshida — a former principal dancer of London's Royal Ballet — this production of Giselle arrives in Fukuoka fresh from a celebrated run at the Royal Opera House. One of the great romantic ballets, Giselle tells the story of a peasant girl betrayed by love who returns as a spirit to protect the man who wronged her. The National Theatre Ballet Company brings its finest dancers to perform this 19th-century classic on a major Fukuoka stage.
Who should go
Ballet fans and classical arts lovers will find this a rare opportunity to see a London-pedigreed production in Fukuoka. Those new to ballet will find Giselle an accessible entry point — it's dramatic, emotional, and visually striking without requiring prior knowledge.
Good to know
Tickets are likely available through eplus.jp or pia.jp, both of which accept foreign credit cards; convenience store pickup at Lawson (combini) is the most reliable collection method for visitors without a Japanese delivery address. Fukuoka Citizens Hall's Main Hall is a mid-to-large seated venue with good sightlines from most positions — check the seating map when booking as price tiers typically reflect proximity to the stage. Photography and video recording are almost universally prohibited during ballet performances in Japan, so leave your camera in your bag once the lights go down. The venue is a short walk from Tenjin, Fukuoka's main shopping and dining district, making a pre-show dinner easy to arrange.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.