John Hemstock Black- Friday, October 14th, 7:00 p.m.

Tokyo International Players (TIP) is proud to announce a world-premiere concert reading of the original musical JOHN HEMSTOCK BLACK by Alexander Page, directed by Karen Pauley.

How far would you go to preserve your family's honor? To save a loved one from the cruelest of fates? Based on the true story of a single, desperate murder in the darkest depths of Georgian England, JOHN HEMSTOCK BLACK is the musical exploration of a troubled soul and the motley crew of colorful characters surrounding him. Playwright/composer Alex Page cites classic dark comedies such as SWEENEY TODD and THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD as his chief influences; our thrilling, chilling concert reading of JOHN HEMSTOCK BLACK is sure to keep audiences right on the edge of their seats!

Performed for a limited audience at Our Space (Hatagaya Station on the Keio New Line), Friday, October 14th at 7pm; Saturday, October 15th at 1pm and 7pm; and Sunday, October 16th at 1pm and 7pm. Tickets are 2500 yen with advance reservation. No walk-ins will be admitted. Strict prevention protocols for COVID-19 will be in place, including vaccine and mask requirements for audience members. Note that this show includes graphic references to acts of violence. Visit www.tokyoplayers.org for more information and to reserve tickets.