Adaptation of Laclos' "Dangerous Liaisons"... more>>

by Shibata Yukihiro (Takarazuka Dance Co.)

The beautiful young nobleman, the viscount Valmont, and Lady Meltuieu, amuse themselves with a risky game of love. The two wear masks lying that they are in love but only end up hurting each other.

A forbidden love story that takes place in 19th century high society Paris.

Features three other short stories as well. <<less

Three manga adaptations of Takarazuka Revue productions:... more>>

Turandot: Loosely based on Puccini's opera of the same name. After Prince Calaf's homeland is destroyed by war, he flees and lives the life of a vagabond. After hearing rumors that his long lost father has been spotted in Beijing, Calaf makes his way there.

Angel's Smile, Devil's Tears: Loosely based on Goethe's Faust. The fallen angel Mephistopheles resents humans, believing them to be unworthy of God's love. Determined to prove himself right, Mephistopheles sets out to corrupt humans and drag their souls to hell, starting with Dr. Faust.

Hot Flowers of Valencia: After Napoleon's invasion of Spain, three rebels don masks and rise in revolt against French rule. <<less

Based on the hugely popular musical of the same name, Elisabeth details the life of the Austrian Empress in the 19th century. At a very... more>> young age, she marries the Emperor Franz Joseph and is whisked away to the opulence of the Viennese court. The stagnant court functions stifle her while she struggles with her own quest for personal freedom. She is tormented by her own psychological decay and a fading Austrian monarchy. And throughout her life she is strongly drawn to a mysterious figure...Death. <<less