Home NEWS Kunihiko Ikuhara directs ‘Reading in the Dark’ play with illustration by Asumiko Nakamura.

Kunihiko Ikuhara directs ‘Reading in the Dark’ play with illustration by Asumiko Nakamura.

The wait is almost over! Get ready for a thrilling experience as Revolutionary Girl Utena director Kunihiko Ikuhara brings his latest project to life on stage!


Kunihiko Ikuhara, the mastermind behind the iconic anime series, has announced that he will be writing and directing a Rodoku-geki (Reading Theater) play titled “Ikuni Produce Reading in the Dark Shunkin no Sasuke”! This exciting project will feature stunning illustrations by Classmates artist Asumiko Nakamura.

Image via Ikuni Produce’s Twitter

The play is based on the classic short story “Shunkinshō” by Junichirō Tanizaki, which tells the poignant love story of Harukoto, a blind shamisen player, and Sasuke, a devoted servant. Get ready for a new and innovative arrangement that will leave you mesmerized!

Joining Ikuhara in this production is Awano Akira, who will also write and produce the show. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the magic of theater!

Sources: Reading in the Dark’s Twitter account, Comic Natalie