On April 15, the Takarazuka Revue Company announced a stage musical adaptation of the manga Alexander the Great – Kingdom of the Sky (Alexander Daiou – Tenjō no Ōkoku), originally created by Michiyo Akaishi and published by Shogakukan.

The production will be performed by the Star Troupe, with Kanon Amato in the lead role. It will run from September 30 to October 12 at Takarazuka Bow Hall, followed by a Tokyo performance at Tokyo Tatemono Brillia HALL from October 21 to 27.

A Dramatic Tale of Ambition, Friendship, and Destiny

Set in the 4th century BCE, the story centers on the legendary king Alexander the Great, who led the first military expedition eastward in recorded history and ruled a vast empire stretching from Greece to India. The manga delves into the question: Why did Alexander dedicate his life to creating the world's greatest kingdom?

The musical will explore his formative years and the emotional journey that shaped his destiny, including his bond with Hephaestion, a companion with the mystical ability to read hearts, and his encounter with Sanu, a solitary female mercenary from Rhodes.

A Beloved Historical Manga Transformed into Musical Form

Known for her versatile storytelling across genres like historical romance, science fiction, and suspense, Michiyo Akaishi's manga is brought to life on stage with a script and direction by Daisuke Tabuchi. The production blends rich narrative and theatrical flair, capturing the depth of Alexander’s ambition and inner turmoil.

The original manga, Alexander the Great – Kingdom of the Sky, is available digitally across three volumes under Flower Comics α, with a two-volume Comic Bunko edition set for reprint by Shogakukan.

Source : ORICON NEWS