We just posted the English translation of our audio interview with Artistic Director *Hiroshi Koike* in the reviews section of the blog. Thanks to *Maika Misumi* and *Michael Katayama* for conducting and translating the interview! Thanks also to *Sasha Su-Ling Welland* who gave a great Pre-show Talk on opening night. Sasha provided us with a quick history of the evolution of the modern girl in Japan... and a few fun areas for further research: Modern Girl Around the World The info for the documentary about Takarazuka she referenced: Kim Longinotto and Jano Williams. 1994. Dream Girls. (50 min.) Posted by: Sara