Recitation Drama: "Gyakusui no Shi" - The Story of Gen'emon Someya

About this event

This performance shares the story of Gen'emon Someya, a historical figure from Yachiyo City, Chiba Prefecture, through a recitation drama. During the mid-Edo period, Gen'emon Someya invested his personal fortune to undertake the excavation of the Shin-kawa canal to save villages suffering from the flooding of Lake Inbanuma; this drama portrays his struggles, convictions, and setbacks. Although he collapsed before fulfilling his ambitions, his vision came to fruition 250 years later as the completed "Shin-kawa." This recitation drama is a theatrical work that rediscovers local history beyond what is written in textbooks while delivering to future generations the importance of carrying on proud aspirations (kokorozashi). The running time is approximately 60 minutes, organized in a 3-act structure. After the performance, tickets that include a commemorative photo session and social gathering with the cast members are also available.

Venue

Yachiyo Civic Hall

728 Kayadamachi, Yachiyo, Chiba 276-0044