The cast are all highly skilled performers Cher Nicolette Ho, Jacob Lang and Nathan Bartman, who all gracefully execute their martial arts movements with elements of ballet and breakdancing. The swordfight moments were also powerful, sharp, and well executed. Dressed in traditional samurai clothing and all equipped with a sword, their precision in movements is as captivating as it is enjoyable. The fight scenes are swiftly paced and energetic, making it enjoyable for anyone who likes anime, martial arts, and dance productions. There is also a lot of cinematic edge to this production from the way we see the characters move, to the fatal consequences that follow and aftermath of it all.  

This was a visual delight to watch. The choreographer and director Yukiko Masui has made a great effort to combine a traditional tale with upbeat, modern sound, movement and storytelling. Set on a minimal stage with no props, apart from the swords and the screens on the walls, the story will also divide the audience as to what the meaning of the play was to them. For me, it was that we will all have challenges and obstacles to overcome, and that preparation is the key for the path we are all on. 

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Thanks to Ben Lewis for Review Vincent Lyn for use of Photo with Tariq Jesus Vasquez