SHIZUKA at Zephyr Theatre

"Shizuka - 静", written & directed by Tomoko Karina, will open in Los Angeles, CA on Sep 16th, 2022, at the Zephyr Theatre. "Shizuka" is a drama based upon a true beloved historical tale in 12th Century Japan. This tragic love story is both unapologetically romantic and epic. Introducing swirling flamy fate of bigger-than-life legendary historic characters in 12th century Japan to the audience in Los Angeles. "Shizuka" will attract the audience in Los Angles live and nationwide/ globally on Live stream with the aesthetic charm of traditional Japanese costumes, mannerisms, Japanese classical dance, and fierce combat scenes with innovative modern virtual reality theatrical design. It will be delivered with English dialogue by trained actors with diverse backgrounds in order for an American audience to feel the story viscerally. The perfect combination of glamorous exotism and emotionally heightened authentic storytelling. The origin of Shizuka was showcased in the summer of 2021 at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, earning the Best Play and Best Direction nomination at the Broadway World Regional Award. The play stars Yukari Black ("Letters from Iwo Jima", "Flags of Our Fathers"), Tomoko Karina ("Cobra Kai", "Hail, Caesar!" and "Balm in Gilead"), and others. "Shizuka" takes you to the civil war era in 12th Century Japan. - Story - Shizuka-Gozen is the most popular Shirabyoshi dancer (entertainer who serves to the god.) in the capital of Japan, Kyoto, where the gorgeous court aristocratic culture is flourishing. Shizuka meets Yoshitsune of Minamoto, the younger brother of the supreme leader of Genji Samurai clan. Yoshitsune, a dashing war hero who is taking Kyoto by storm. Shizuka, Kyotos No.1 dancer of reputed beauty. They fall fatally in love. Winter of 1185, their love story follows a tragic path. Tickets are currently on sale available at Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shizuka--tickets-390712992077 "SHIZUKA" ( 2 Hours with an Intermission) Written/ Directed by Tomoko Karina Produced by LoBeauH Entertainment, Kuro Productions and Alix Yumi Cho Date: Sep 16th Oct 9th, 2022 Fridays & Saturdays @ 8pm, Sundays 2:30pm & 7:30pm Live Streaming: 10/1(Sat) @ 8pmPST, 11pmEST, (10/2, Sun)12pm Japan, 4:00am EU Ticket: $45 (Live Stream $20, Group Tickets 5+ $40/ each, 10+ $35/ Each) Venue: The Zephyr Theatre; 7456 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046, Scenic/ Lighting Design: Dan Reed Technical Supervisor/ 1st Assistant to the Director: Nick Foran Cast: Amery Thao, Yukari Black, Ace Christiansen, Alexander Collins, Matthew Dubois, Matthew Fairman, Jonathan Huynh-Mast, Tomoko Karina, Andre Keir, Tony Kim, Michael Mitchell, River Ramos. Collin Shay, Jon Vasquez, Ramona Yates