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PROFILE

Makoto Tange

Actor/Producer, Founder of Karura-sha

Mr. Makoto Tange graduated from Waseda University with a major in theatrical art. In 1982, he joined Yuko Senga Unit where he assisted in production until 2000. In 1983, he founded Karura-sha and managed both companies at the same time. In 2000, he participated in Playback-AZ, the Playback Theatre performance group. Based in Tokyo, his performances are staged throughout Japan, Europe, America and East Asia. His rich experience and knowledge, ranging from folk entertainment to modern theatrical performances, influence his work. In 2002, he wrote and produced "Jofuku-san" at the Kumano Theatrical Festival. His work also includes the FM-N1 "Tokyo Talking Club" (production/music selection/performance) in 2002-2003, and the first-ever in Japan "An Immaculate Misconception", whose theme is reproductive medicine, (translation/production/performance) in 2003. Tange-san is a member of the International Theater Institute (I.T.I.)

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