Hideki Noda è un acclamato drammaturgo e regista teatrale giapponese noto per il suo approccio innovativo al palcoscenico. Le sue opere approfondiscono complesse relazioni umane e questioni sociali, impiegando uno stile distintivo che unisce umorismo, poesia e acuta osservazione. Noda si dedica a portare il teatro giapponese contemporaneo a un pubblico globale, guadagnandosi il plauso per l'originalità e la profondità emotiva delle sue produzioni.
Facing the harrowing reality of his wife and child being held hostage, Mr. Ido grapples with overwhelming media scrutiny and public curiosity about his emotions. Instead of succumbing to despair, he chooses to reclaim his narrative amidst the chaos. This story unfolds as a poignant and intense satire, exploring themes of tragedy, control, and the impact of media on personal crises.
A new absurd comedy from the team behind the international hit The Bee. Renowned Japanese writer, performer and Artistic Director of the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Hideki Noda paints a portrait of a disconnected family on a self-destructive course in this satirical comedy about consumerism and technology in a `selfie' society.
The arrival of a mysterious stranger in an isolated fishing village sparks fear among the locals, who mistake him for a demon due to his unfamiliar appearance and language. As the villagers plot to eliminate him, only one woman, an outcast herself, extends her friendship. The narrative explores themes of compassion versus suspicion, highlighting the humor and ingenuity in their interactions within a closed community.