Comedian Rei Maruyama will be making a guest appearance at "Yoshio's Musical Dream Fes." to be held on September 25th at Tokyo International Forum Hall A (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo). The event is a special event of the musical program "Live Broadcast! Yoshio Inoue Musical Hour 'Yoshio's Musical'" (WOWOW), which is hosted by musical actor Yoshio Inoue . Maruyama made her musical debut this year in "Lady Bess," playing the role of Mary Tudor.
He was announced as the first guest for the event. In addition to Maruyama, the other guests will include actor Win Morisaki, musical actor Nakagiri Seiya, who has attracted attention for his roles as Marius in "Les Misérables" and Rudolf in "Elisabeth", actress Yamazaki Reina, who has been appearing in musicals since she was a child and will be appearing in "Peter Pan" for the fourth consecutive year this summer as the 11th Peter Pan, and singer-songwriter, dancer, and actor Yamada Kento, who has played Marius in "Les Misérables" and Eddie, one of the two leads in "Blood Brothers".
The highlight of this event is the announcement of the "My Favorite Best Mew Song 2025" BEST 10 musical songs, chosen by viewer votes from among the many masterpieces performed in 2025. Inoue and the guests are scheduled to introduce the announced masterpieces with breathtaking performances.
Keiko Osaki and Yuichiro Onuki have been appointed as the event's music directors. This will be the second time the two have worked together as co-music directors, having first collaborated at last year's "Yoshio's Music Fes."
"Yoshio's Mu Dream Fes." will open at 5:30 p.m. on September 25th, with the show starting at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are priced as follows: VIP seats 20,000 yen, SS seats 18,000 yen, S seats 14,000 yen, A seats 10,000 yen, and U-25 seats 5,000 yen. Advance ticket sales will be held on a first-come, first-served basis from 2 p.m. on June 27th to 11:59 p.m. on July 12th, and general sales will begin at noon on July 18th, both through eplus.
◇Comment from Rei Maruyama
I'm so excited to be appearing in "Yoshio's Musical"! Every time I get involved with the world of musicals, I discover something new and feel moved, and I'm increasingly drawn to its charm. It's a real honor to have this opportunity to work alongside Yoshio Inoue. I hope to share our love for musicals and stories about the stage with our wonderful guests, and have a great time. Please look forward to it!
◇ Comments from Win Morisaki
I am very happy to be able to participate in the world that Yoshio-san is creating. To be honest, I am a little nervous, but more than anything, I am looking forward to meeting all of you at the venue along with the music we will be playing. Let's spend this miraculous, one-of-a-kind time together.
◇Comment from Seiya Nakagiri
I've been given a wonderful, dreamlike opportunity. I'm really looking forward to performing with Yoshio-san again and spending a lovely time with the other guests! I can't wait to see what songs we'll sing and what kind of content we'll be able to present to everyone! I will do my best to make it the most exciting stage possible. Please look forward to it!
◇Comment from Reina Yamazaki
"Yoshio's Musical" was one of the places I secretly dreamed of performing in someday. I'm so happy that the day has finally come when I can stand on that stage! I'm really looking forward to sharing the unique atmosphere and moments of this day with all of you, along with the other wonderful performers. I will do my best to deliver a truly special experience.
◇Comment from Kento Yamada
Hello everyone, my name is Kento Yamada! This is my first time appearing in "Yoshio's Musical," and I am grateful for this opportunity. I will be working with Yoshio Inoue and the other wonderful cast members to bring you a dreamlike one-day experience!
