All-female pirate spectacle where the swashbuckling is real and the gender norms walk the plank.
Takarazuka Star Troupe, 2015. Since Columbus had discovered the New World, the Caribbean became a part of the European history, and the pirates helped incorporate the Caribbean into the European sphere of influence with their art of navigation. One day lately in the seventeenth century, Spanish Santa Catalina Island is assaulted and its town is burnt down by the English pirates headed by Edgar. The governor and his wife are killed. However, the governor's son, Emilio, manages his escape and dives alone into the sea...
Production
Takarazuka's legendary set spectacle on full display.
Costume
Elaborate pirate gear reimagined through revue glamour.
Acting
Male-role stars commanding swagger in every duel.
Director
Satoru Nakamura
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
JP
