Courtesy of Asia Society Texas
Join Asia Society Texas for the world premiere of ‘Genji,’ a contemporary retelling of the classic novel ‘The Tale of Genji,’ in a performance about friendship, love, and the dynamics of power and social class in Heian-period Japan.
Genji, the passionate and poetic new ballet by Nao Kusuzaki, is a contemporary retelling of the classic novel The Tale of Genji, about friendship, love, and the dynamics of power and social class in Heian-period Japan. Featuring dancers from the Houston Ballet, sumptuous production design, and original music composed and played live by acclaimed musician Kaoru Watanabe, this is a not-to-be-missed world premiere event.
Genji was commissioned by Asia Society Texas.
Creative Team:
Cast
Ryoto Kato (Genji)
Jindallae Bernard (Rokujyo)
Emma Forrester (Aoi)
Aoi Fujiwara (Fujitsubo)
Yumiko Fukuda
ADMISSION INFO
Friday (Performance and Reception): $55; Saturday (Performance Only): $45
Contact: (713) 496-9901
Email: txcenter@asiasociety.org
INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*
- Mar 24, 2023 at 07:30 pm - 09:00 pm (Fri)
- Mar 25, 2023 at 07:30 pm - 09:00 pm (Sat)
Additional time info:
Friday, March 24, 2023
7:30 p.m. Performance
Reception to Follow
Saturday, March 25, 2023
7:30 p.m. Performance
LOCATION
1370 Southmore Blvd., Houston, TX 77004
PARKING INFO
Parking:
Asia Society’s parking lot is located directly across the building on Southmore Boulevard. Enter from either Caroline Street or Austin Street.
1-24 hours: $5.00 (credit/debit card only)
Prepaid parking is available to Patrons attending programs. Please see the parking section in our ticketing policies for more information.
The Texas Center is a five-minute walk from the Museum District METRO Rail Station.
ACCESSIBILITY INFO
Firearms Policy:
Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing
Firearms Policy:
Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a concealed handgun.
Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a handgun that is carried openly.
