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The story of Egypt is really something on the stage in Tokyo with Tetsuya Kumakawas big production of Cleopatra. The famous K-BALLET TOKYO is doing this ballet at the well known Bunkamura Orchard Hall. The production of Cleopatra is one of the amazing things to see also it is also very dramatic. It is one of the things, in Japanese dance right now. The production of Cleopatra is very special. People love it.
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The Story of K-BALLET TOKYO’s Cleopatra
The Story Behind Cleopatra Ballet Tokyo
K-BALLET TOKYO was started in 1999 by Tetsuya Kumakawa. He used to be a dancer with the Royal Ballet. Over the years K-BALLET TOKYO has become the private ballet company in Japan. Tetsuya Kumakawa is, in charge. He does a great job of mixing old style ballet with really cool stage settings also exciting stories.
K-BALLET TOKYO does a lot of shows. One of the shows is Cleopatra. Tetsuya Kumakawa made this show. It was a huge hit when it first came out. People who watch ballet loved it. Cleopatra is still one of the shows that K-BALLET TOKYO does.
Carl Nielsen’s Dramatic Musical Score: Cleopatra Ballet Tokyo
Kumakawa did not use classical scores for Cleopatra. Instead Kumakawa used the music of Carl Nielsen, a composer from Denmark. The music was played live by the Theater Orchestra Tokyo. Conductor Katsuhiro Ida led the orchestra. Carl Nielsens music has complicated rhythms and beautiful melodies. This music is a match, for the sad story of Cleopatra, the famous queen of Egypt. Carl Nielsens music makes the story of Cleopatra more powerful.
A Tragic Tale of Power and Romance: Cleopatra Ballet Tokyo
The ballet is about the life of Cleopatra VII. It is about her desire to be in power also her romantic relationships. The ballet shows how Cleopatra VII dealt with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. It also shows how Octavian was becoming a problem for her. The ballet has a lot of important people from history in it like Octavia, Ptolemy, Brutus and Pompey. The dancers in the ballet have to be very good at dancing and acting. They have to be able to tell the story of Cleopatra VII and the people around her in a convincing way. The dancers need to be very strong and have a lot of presence on the stage. The ballet is, about Cleopatra VII and her life. It needs dancers who can do it justice.
Star-Studded Cast for Autumn 2026: Cleopatra Ballet Tokyo
The Autumn 2026 season, meanwhile, brings together a distinguished cast of dancers who take on these iconic roles. In particular, principals Sena Hidaka and Masaya Yamamoto star as Cleopatra and Mark Antony for the September 23 performance. Additionally, Hayato Takei takes on the role of Octavian, while Shiori Kase portrays Octavia and Shuntaro Miyao plays Julius Caesar. Furthermore, each performance throughout the run offers a distinct artistic interpretation, thereby showcasing the immense depth of talent within the K-BALLET TOKYO company.
Why Experience It Live: Cleopatra Ballet Tokyo
I went to see a K-BALLET TOKYO show at Bunkamura Orchard Hall. This place is really something. It is in the heart of Tokyo. The hall has sound and you can see everything really clearly. When you watch a K-BALLET TOKYO performance, at Bunkamura Orchard Hall the sound of the orchestra is really clear. You can also see every thing the K-BALLET TOKYO dancers do. The details of the K-BALLET TOKYO dancers movements are easy to see. This makes for a great experience.
When people from countries visit Japan they can watch the Japanese ballet company perform a really great show that people have never seen before. The Japanese ballet company is amazing. The show is a way to see how much Tokyo loves the arts. The sets, for the ballet company are huge and the costumes are really pretty. The live orchestra plays music that makes you feel something. It makes the Japanese ballet company performance even better. So the Japanese ballet company performance is something that people who love art should see when they visit Tokyo. The Japanese ballet company does a job of making a show that people will remember and really like.
Current Edition — 2026
Performances run from mid-to-late September 2026 at Bunkamura Orchard Hall in Tokyo. General sales for this season operate on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability.
Wednesday, 23 September 2026 — Bunkamura Orchard Hall, Tokyo (Doors open 12:30 / Start 13:00)
- Cast: Cleopatra: Sena Hidaka | Antony: Masaya Yamamoto | Octavian: Hayato Takei | Octavia: Shiori Kase | Ptolemy: Shu Kurihara | Brutus: Kanta Kono | Guide: Seina Kubota | Pompey: Nikolai Viyuzhanin | Julius Caesar: Shuntaro Miyao
| Ticket Category | Available Seats From – To (JPY) | Available Seats From – To (USD, ref.) |
| Standard / Premium Seats | ¥9,000 – ¥20,000 | $60 – $135 |
The price of a ticket can go up or down depending on how many’re available and how many people want to buy them. When you ask about a ticket that is when you find out the price, for sure.
Ticketing Conditions:
- General release sales period: 30 July 2026 (10:00 AM) to 17 September 2026 (6:00 PM).
- Tickets for this event are issued via local Japanese ticketing platforms requiring seat selection and domestic identity verification.
- Paper or electronic ticket issuance details and age restrictions are governed by the venue and organizer regulations.
To make sure you get the date you want for the performance please click the link or use our contact form. When you ask about it please have the name of the event (K-BALLET TOKYO Cleopatra) the date you want the place where the event will be held and how many people are coming in your group.
Why Book Through Jasumo: Cleopatra Ballet Tokyo
- Access: Japanese ticketing systems frequently demand local phone numbers, Japanese billing addresses, and navigation through complex local purchasing workflows. Major performing arts events often sell out rapidly during pre-sale and general release windows. We secure your tickets through our wide network of sources across Japan, including organizers, official ticketing platforms, event owners, and verified resale channels when official allocations are exhausted.
- Communication: Official customer service, ticket collection portals, and venue notifications are typically handled exclusively in Japanese. Jasumo manages all communication with local organizers and ticketing agents on your behalf, keeping you fully informed in clear English.
- Payment: Most domestic ticketing platforms automatically reject non-Japanese credit cards. We complete payments using our established local channels, enabling you to purchase your tickets simply and securely without payment failures.
Every ticket obtained through Jasumo is authenticated as genuine also safely delivered directly to your hotel or Airbnb accommodation in Japan by Japanese courier or post where required.
How It Works
- Submit Your Request: Contact us with your required event name, preferred date, venue, also the total number of tickets required.
- Confirmation & Quotation: We verify availability through our network and provide you with a clear total quote.
- Payment & Booking: Once payment is completed through our secure channels, we immediately secure your tickets.
- Authentication & Delivery: We authenticate your tickets and arrange safe delivery directly to your hotel or Airbnb accommodation in Japan prior to the show, providing continuous English support throughout
Ready to experience K-BALLET TOKYO live? Click above to contact our team. Please ensure you include the event name, date, venue, and number of guests in your initial message.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bunkamura Orchard Hall is located in the Shibuya area of Tokyo. It is approximately a 7- to 10-minute walk from Shibuya Station, which is accessible via the JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro lines, and the Keio Inokashira Line.
Jasumo arranges for your physical or electronic tickets to be securely delivered directly to your hotel front desk or Airbnb host in Japan before your arrival.
Yes. Tetsuya Kumakawa’s K-BALLET TOKYO productions are highly popular among local ballet enthusiasts, and weekend or public holiday performances can sell out during the general sale period.
An order includes the ticket price, applicable ticket platform costs, and a service fee. Since every event and order can differ, contact Jasumo for complete details and an exact price
Seat selection depends on real-time availability when the tickets are purchased. Jasumo always strives to secure the best possible adjacent seats within your chosen category.
K-BALLET TOKYO follows a seasonal repertoire schedule. Major narrative ballets such as Cleopatra are typically restaged every few years rather than annually.
Venue & Access
Bunkamura Orchard Hall (Shibuya, Tokyo)
- Nearest Stations: Shibuya Station (JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Hanzomon/Ginza/Fukutoshin Lines, Tokyu Toyoko/Den-en-toshi Lines, Keio Inokashira Line).
- Nearby Landmark: Located right behind the MEGA Don Quijote Shibuya main store, a short walk from the Shibuya Scramble Crossing.
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