Asakusa International Theater Explained

Asakusa International Theater
Image Alt:A large theater building with Japanese language signs on it.
City:Asakusa, Tokyo
Country:Japan
Operator:Shochiku
Capacity:3,860
Opened:1937
Demolished:1982

was a 3,860-seat theater located in Asakusa, Taitō, Tokyo, Japan, which was used for concerts and theatrical performances. It opened in 1937 and was closed in 1982. It was demolished and replaced by the Asakusa View Hotel in 1985. It was owned and operated by Shochiku and primarily featured the, an all-woman musical theatre troupe.[1] The SKD often appeared in a double bill with a film. Other artists that performed at the theater include King Crimson and Whitesnake.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Nemoto. Keisuke. 華やかなりし国際劇場とSKD(上). Matsudo Yomiuri. 30 March 2013.