Through her work with Kegawazoku in the 2000s—a group described as creating frenetic, chaotic stages—Junko Emoto, a devoted entertainer who continually reinvents herself, bringing a festive energy and humor, challenged conventions surrounding femininity and bodily representation. From October 16 to 18, we can experience her performance, “A Play to Watch When You Feel Lonely at Midnight”.
In this work, Emoto weaves words and humor that resonate from one lesbian to another into the theatrical landscape. This is an attempt to invert the structure of empathy, which is often centered on the majority. As highlighted by TMT, Lesbian audience members may find themselves connected to the work, while non-lesbian audience members may experience a sense of discomfort. Yet beyond any theoretical framework, what matters most is the visceral experience this play leaves behind—the feeling that it is a powerful form of entertainment.
As a devoted entertainer who continually reinvents herself, she brings a festive energy and humor that feels unmistakably alive, expanding the possibilities of performance and entertainment.
An unusual and challenging experience, with English subtitles.
Booking is slightly complicated, there is one option in English for foreign credit cards, with an additionnal booking fee. As usual for TMT, I recommend to give a phone call, but you can also book on-line.