You’re a Globetrotter, and a theatre fan. You know first-hand the pain of giving up tickets to a hot show because it clashes with your next adventure. The struggle between these dual passions can be real, but there is a way to combine them. We’re not talking about pilgrimages to La Scala, Palais Garnier, or Teatro Colon in this piece either. Taking in a show in a foreign country, even in a foreign language (yes, without subtitles – be brave!) can be a thrilling addition to a theatre-loving Globetrotter’s trip. It’s not unusual to travel to New York or London to see cutting edge shows that have taken the Anglophone theatre world by storm. But these two cities don’t have the monopoly on great theatre. Here are some other (non-opera) theatre experiences that come highly recommended while you’re Globetrotting.
Japan – Kabuki and the Takarazuka Revue
Kabuki is one of the world’s most instantly recognizable theatrical forms, and it’s easy to enjoy it on the cheap on your Japan trip. Kabukiza Theatre is Tokyo