The big hit “KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-” premiered on Friday, August 16th, and a live viewing event was held at Shinjuku Wald 9 and movie theaters nationwide to thank fans for the success. Tetsuya Kakihara (role of Kamihama Kouji), Tomoaki Maeno (role of Hayami Hiro), and Toshiki Masuda (role of Nishina Kazuki) appeared on stage to thank fans for the success. Below is the official report from the day.
“KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-” Thank you for the big success! Over The Rainbow on stage for the greeting event
[Date and Time]
Sunday, September 8, 2024: Stage greeting after the 12:00 screening/Stage greeting before the 14:20 screening
【venue】
Shinjuku Wald 9 (Theatre 9)
[Films to be screened]
“KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-”
[Speakers]*Titles omitted
Tetsuya Kakihara (role of Kouji Kamihama), Tomoaki Maeno (role of Hiro Hayami), Toshiki Masuda (role of Kazuki Nishina)
The animated film “KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-” was released on Friday, August 16th and is currently a huge hit. Today, on Sunday, September 8th, the fourth week since its release, a special stage greeting was held to celebrate the film’s success, with the all-star cast appearing on stage. “Over the Rainbow” by Tetsuya Kakihara (role of Kouji Kamihama), Tomoaki Maeno (role of Hiro Hayami), and Toshiki Masuda (role of Kazuki Nishina) gathered at Shinjuku Wald 9.
This event marked the first time the three had gathered together in several years, and the audience, still excited from having just finished watching the main film, immediately erupted into loud applause and cheers.
First, Kakihara introduced himself, and the audience responded with strong “hello” and “huuuu” as if they were cheering at a screening. Next, Maeno said, “Everyone in the venue, everyone watching the live viewing, honey~”, and the audience responded with “Kiss!” in a call-and-response that imitated a line from the film, and the venue erupted in excitement. Finally, Masuda shouted “Burning! Freedom!”, a line from Nishina Kazuki, the character he plays, and Kakihara expressed regret that he didn’t say his catchphrase, which caused laughter throughout the venue. Regarding this event, which was the first time in about seven years that the three of them appeared together, Kakihara expressed deep emotion as he looked back on the trajectory of the film, saying, “I’m really happy to be able to meet people who have been supporting me for a long time and people who have just started supporting me,” and Masuda said, “It was a work from when I was a rookie, and I was able to appear on stage with two people who have been helping me for a long time, and it reminded me of the tension I felt back then.”
When asked about his impressions of the film, Masuda commented, “At the time of the dubbing, it was in the storyboard stage, so it was difficult to find the tension and direction of the performance.” However, since it was the first recording, he revealed a behind-the-scenes story, saying, “I trusted the two (Maeno and Kakihara) and acted as a bridge.” Maeno then shared an episode of the struggle of trying to find the right temperature for the line, “Huh! Ahhh!” in the script, and showed empathy.
Next, when asked about his impressions of the film, Kakihara commented on the physiques of each character, who appears as a sumo wrestler in a commercial in the film. Regarding Hiro’s slim and slender build, in contrast to Koji, who has the strongest build, he commented, “I thought Hiro and Maeno-san had similar physiques.” Kakihara, whose hobby is weight training, excited the audience with his unique perspective.
The three have been playing their respective roles since “Pretty Rhythm: Rainbow Live,” the predecessor to “KING OF PRISM,” and have been working together for over 11 years this year. When asked about their memories of first playing their roles, Maeno recalled, “In the beginning, Hiro was difficult to play because he didn’t have a clear direction. We were given the direction that ‘Hiro’s body desires Bellu, but his heart desires Koji,’ and I struggled to get a feel for how to express that with his voice, but through that accumulation, the Hiro we know today gradually took shape.” Masuda said, “In that respect, Kazuki is the character who has changed the least from Pretty Rhythm to King & Prince. In Pretty Rhythm, he was portrayed as an older brother figure who brings everyone together, so I was nervous to play the role when I was a rookie.”
At the end of the Q&A session, the MC asked, “If we were to see a new story for Overlord in the future, what would you be looking forward to?” A voice immediately rose from the audience, “We want to see a solo Prism Show!”, to which the three members agreed, saying, “That’s true! We’d love to see that,” giving us a glimpse into the bonds that have been forged between the cast and fans of this series.
Finally, Masuda addressed the audience, saying, “I hope you will continue to support and nurture the culture that we have built together up until now”, Maeno said, “I am genuinely happy to be able to play Hiro again after such a long time. With your support, I would like to create a new legend with Over the Rainbow when I stand on stage as Hiro again someday”, and Kakihara concluded by saying, “I am so happy that you change the color of your glow sticks every time we speak and continue to support Over the Rainbow even after such a long time. Please continue to support us many times! Please continue to enjoy King & Prince in the future!” The venue was filled with overflowing cheers, and the stage greeting ended in a warm atmosphere.
■About “KING OF PRISM”
This series is about boys with unique personalities who are fascinated by Prism Shows and who face various trials and difficulties in order to become the “Prism Star” that makes the most girls excited. The movie version “KING OF PRISM by PrettyRhythm” (released on January 9, 2016), the movie version “KING OF PRISM -PRIDE the HERO-” (released on June 10, 2017), and “KING OF PRISM -Shiny Seven Stars- Movie Edition” (released in four chapters consecutively from March 2, 2019) were released, and the unique viewing style of “cheering screening” became a hot topic, and the three series became a huge hit anime with a total audience of over 1.14 million people. In the spring of 2019, the TV series “KING OF PRISM -Shiny Seven Stars-” was also broadcast, and was well received not only by theater fans but also by many viewers. In January 2020, the movie “KING OF PRISM ALL STARS -Prism Show☆Best Ten-” (released on January 10, 2020), which is made up of the top 10 most popular Prism Shows, the biggest highlight of the series, was released, and the total number of viewers for the series has exceeded 1.28 million (as of April 25, 2024). Even after the theatrical release ended, screening events were held regularly at each theater, and the series continues to be loved by a wide range of fans even eight years after its release.
The latest film, “KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-,” the first in about four years, is currently being shown and is a huge hit.
“KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-” Stage Greeting Live Viewing to Thank You for the Huge Success
【title】
“KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-” A big hit! Over The Rainbow appears on stage to say hello
[Contents]
To celebrate the huge success of “KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-“, a live viewing of “Thank you for the big hit! Over The Rainbow on stage greeting” will be held on Sunday, September 8th, the fourth week after the release. The event will bring together the three members of “Over The Rainbow”, Tetsuya Kakihara (voice of Kamihama Kouji), Tomoaki Maeno (voice of Hayami Hiro), and Toshiki Masuda (voice of Nishina Kazuki), and will be shown in theaters nationwide. The geniuses, kings, and charismatic figures of the Prism Show world will gather together to talk extensively about their history so far and their thoughts on the new film.
In addition, to commemorate this special stage greeting, original smartphone wallpapers will be given away to all attendees.
In addition, this live viewing will also be held in theaters where the film is scheduled to be released from Friday, September 13th onwards!
We look forward to your participation.
[Films to be screened]
“KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-”
*This will be a “Prism Star Support Screening.”
◆Let’s all protect the environment! Manners for cheering during screenings
・Cheers, support, and shouting are OK
・You are welcome to bring and light up fans, towels, penlights, and glow sticks
・Clap, applaud and choreography to the song are OK
・Cosplay is OK
・Please refrain from standing up from your seat, jumping, bouncing, acting wild, or any other behavior that may disturb other customers.
[Live viewing date and time]
Sunday, September 8, 2024
①12:00 screening (stage greeting after the screening)
②14:20 screening (stage greeting before the screening)
* Screening times may vary slightly depending on the theater. Please check the website of each theater before visiting.
*Depending on the theater, only session ① may be held.
[Live viewing theaters]
See the list here (PDF attached)
*Advance screenings will also be held in theaters where the film is scheduled to be released after September 13th.
*Excluding some theaters
[Speakers]
Tetsuya Kakihara (role of Koji Kamihama)
Tomoaki Maeno (voice of Hiro Hayami)
Toshiki Masuda (role of Kazuki Nishina)
※Titles omitted
*Main venue: Shinjuku Wald 9
*There are no plans for cast or staff to appear at the live viewing theaters.
*Please note that speakers may change without prior notice.
[Gifts for visitors]
Original smartphone wallpaper
*One QR code will be distributed per person.
【ticket】
2,200 yen flat rate (tax included/all seats reserved)
*Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis at each theater.
*Tickets will be sold at each theater during their regular schedule. For details on how to purchase tickets, please check the official website of each theater.
*Due to this special event, advance tickets, discount tickets, service days, invitation tickets, free admission tickets, and free admission coupons cannot be used.
[Notes]
*Please note that as the live viewing is broadcast via satellite, there may be disruptions to the video and audio due to weather conditions, etc.
*Please note that we may be forced to cancel the screening depending on the situation.
*Purchasing tickets for the purpose of resale is strictly prohibited.
*Photography and recording using cameras (including mobile phone cameras) and videos are strictly prohibited inside the venue.
*If you would like to watch the show in a wheelchair, please contact the theater after purchasing your reserved seating ticket.
*There is a limit to the number of wheelchair spaces, so depending on the number of people using the venue, you may be asked to view the performance in a space other than the designated space. In addition, depending on the content of the event or media coverage, you may be asked to move from the designated space. We ask for your understanding in advance.
[Event-related inquiries]
Avex Customer Support
Contact form https://avex.com/jp/ja/contact/product/
*We only accept inquiries by email.
*When making an inquiry, please be sure to specify the name of the performance (date and venue).
*We accept inquiries 24 hours a day, but we will only respond during business hours.
Please note that depending on the content of your inquiry, it may take some time for us to respond. Thank you for your understanding.
[Organizer]
Avex Film Labels Inc.
Overview of “KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-“
Welcome to the dramatic world of Prism Shows!
The smash hit animated film series “KING OF PRISM,” which has thrilled a total of 1.28 million people, is returning to the big screen!
This 60-minute entertainment show will keep your heart racing and thrilling, and your world will surely shine!
Prism Show is a comprehensive entertainment show that combines singing, dancing, and prism jumps!
“KING OF PRISM” is a story about a group of boys with unique personalities who are fascinated by Prism Shows and who grow as they face various trials and difficulties in order to become “Prism Stars” who can make the audience’s hearts flutter the most.
This work is a remake of “KING OF PRISM -Shiny Seven Stars-“, which was released in theaters and broadcast on TV in 2019.
Reconstructed with new parts, the new movie version will bring you the best of the Prism Show.
Boys aiming to become “Prism Stars” will take on the new Prism Show Championship, “PRISM.1.” The best members from both the Edel Rose and Schwarz Rose camps will compete in a number of fierce battles (shows).
The brilliance of these boys, who sometimes stumble but still reveal themselves and soar to greater heights,
It continues to move the hearts of those who see it and vividly color their world.
What’s more, one of the most famous songs in the series has been turned into a new CG live performance!
The excitement in my heart has begun and it can’t be stopped…
We will take you to the extremely dramatic world of Prism Shows!
[Title]
KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1-
[Catchphrase]
What we met was an extremely dramatic miracle
[Publication notation]
Now showing and a huge hit!
【staff】
General Director: Masakazu Hishida
Screenplay: Aoba Yuzuru
Character design: Mai Matsuura/Masaharu Hara
CG Director: Yoshihiro Otobe
Prism Show Director: Naohiko Kyogoku / Yoshihiro Otobe / Nana Imanaka
Prism Jump Original Concept: Daisuke Kato
Music: Rei Ishizuka
Sound Director: Yukio Nagasaki
Original work: Takara Tomy Arts / Syn Sophia / Avex Pictures / Tatsunoko Productions
Animation production: Tatsunoko Productions
Distributor: Avex Film Labels
Production: KING OF PRISM Project
【cast】
Shin Ichijo: Junta Terashima
Tachibana Yukinojo: Saito Souma
Taiga Kagami: Yu Hatanaka
Kakeru Juouin: Taku Yashiro
Takahashi Minato: Masa Igarashi
Leo Saionji: Takuma Nagatsuka
Yuu Suzuno: Yuuma Uchida
Rui Kisaragi: Shouta Aoi
Yamato Alexander: Shunsuke Takeuchi
Takadanobaba George: Sugita Tomokazu
Takadanobaba George GS/Ikebukuro Ace: Tatsuyuki Kobayashi
Koji Kamihama: Tetsuya Kakihara
Hiro Hayami: Tomoaki Maeno
Kazuki Nishina: Toshiki Masuda
■CD Information
KING OF PRISM -Dramatic PRISM.1- “We are SePTENTRION!!!!!!”
＜Artist＞
SePTENTRION (voiced by Junta Terashima, Soma Saito, Yu Hatanaka, Taku Yashiro, Miyabi Igarashi, Takuma Nagatsuka, Yuuma Uchida)
Release date: September 18, 2024
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