Press Release
BLUE MAN GROUP IS SET TO RETURN TO JAPAN THIS SUMMER 2026
TOKYO, JAPAN (February 17, 2026) – Blue Man Productions, has entered into a partnership with Trickster Entertainment Inc. to support the expansion of Blue Man Group in Asia.
Blue Man Group in Asia is being presented by Trickster Entertainment Inc., a Japan-based company led by President & CEO Katsuhisa Arai. Blue Man Group is set to return to Japan this summer 2026.
Since the long-running production in Roppongi in 2007, Trickster Entertainment has presented Blue Man Group performances in Japan for many years.
In addition to successfully producing long-term runs in a dedicated theater, the company has established production, marketing, and operational frameworks tailored to the Japanese market, building a proven track record of firmly establishing the Blue Man Group brand in Japan.
The company currently owns and maintains Blue Man Japan's core equipment, instruments, and technical production assets required for Blue Man Group performances, enabling a highly mobile and sustainable production structure.
In addition, it has continuously invested in the training and management of band members and staff, strengthening its human resources base with a view toward future expansion throughout Asia.
Recognizing this long-standing track record and production capability, Blue Man Productions determined that entrusting Trickster Entertainment with presenting Blue Man Group across the Asian region would enable the brand to expand throughout Asia in a more diverse and dynamic manner.
“Trickster Entertainment is not merely a presenter, but a vital partner that has deeply understood the spirit and potential of Blue Man Group and nurtured it within Japan’s unique cultural landscape,” said Byron Estep, Blue Man Productions Senior Artistic Director. “We believe that Asia will become an extremely important region for Blue Man Group in the years ahead. Through this partnership, we are confident that Blue Man Group will achieve even greater creativity and sustainable growth across Asia.”
Katsuhisa Arai, President & CEO of Trickster Entertainment Inc. said, “We have been presenting Blue Man Group performances in Japan since 2007. Although we were never a large organization, we believed in the creativity and potential of Blue Man Group and remained committed to bringing it to audiences in Japan. Being entrusted by Blue Man Productions with the presenting rights for the Asian region is a recognition of our journey to date, and we accept this opportunity with a deep sense of responsibility and pride.” Arai went on to say, “In advancing Blue Man Group’s expansion across Asia, we have also decided to move forward together with strong partners, including Pia Corporation and TST Entertainment CO., LTD. Looking beyond Japan, we aim to introduce world-class entertainment to audiences across Asia not as a fleeting event, but as a lasting cultural presence.”
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Media Contacts
Hiroaki Nakamura
Trickster Entertainment Inc.
Chelsea Hancock
Blue Man Group
ABOUT BLUE MAN GROUP
Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon, known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters and multiple creative explorations. Blue Man Group performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy, and non-verbal communication. Since debuting at New York’s Astor Place Theatre in 1991, the live show has expanded to additional domestic residencies playing in Las Vegas and multiple tours, reaching more than 50 million people worldwide. This year, Blue Man Group launched the return of their North American Tour (opening January 2026) and will be embarking on a Japan tour this summer. Blue Man Group is universally appealing to a broad range of age groups and cultural backgrounds, and continually injected with new music, fresh stories, custom instruments, and sensory stimulating graphics. Blue Man Group is owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group. For more information, please visit BLUEMAN.com.