DAN DA DAN getting a stage play is wild and perfect because the series has such bombastic visuals and supernatural action that translating it to live theater is a bold creative challenge that fans should be hyped to see. Casting separate actors for Okarun and Transformed Okarun is also smart staging since having Hiroki Hyakuna handle the transformed version lets the production lean into physical performance and stunt work without disrupting the main role. Running in both Tokyo and Osaka shows real confidence too because a dual-city run with extended dates signals the producers expect strong fan demand, which speaks to DAN DA DAN's reach in Japan. And the "Occultic Stage" subtitle leans into the supernatural angle, making it a fun branding choice that sets it apart from a simple anime adaptation.

The official website and accounts for the DAN DA DAN stage play adaptation, now subtitled "~Occultic Stage~", unveiled main cast and performance dates today, along with a new visual. Directed by Imagine Ito (Umebo) with a script by Shinjiro Kameda and music by Ryo Konishi, the show will run at Tokyo's Nippon Seinenkan Hall from August 26 to September 3 and at Osaka's Sky Theater MBS from September 11 to September 13. Pre-sale tickets will be made available on June 2.

DAN DA DAN Stage Play Visual

Stage Play Cast

• Momo played by Yuiri Murayama

• Okarun played by Raimu Ninomiya

• Transformed Okarun played by Hiroki Hyakuna

• Seiko played by Aoi Nakabeppu

• Aira played by Riko Tanaka

• Acrobatic Sarasara played by Risa Yamazaki

• Ensemble: Akane, Ayumu, Haruka Ikeda, Yuhi Otsu, Ayuho Okyoku, Ryoko Kitada, Kyone, Kenya Kurokawa, Itsuki Takeuchi, Koki Toi, Akitaka Tokuichi, Yukiko Matsumoto, moemodan, Kasumi Yanagisawa, Amane Yoshida

• Swing: Akari Hoshino, Ryuho Yamazaki

Stage Play Production Staff

• Director: Imagine Ito (Umebo)

• Script: Shinjiro Kameda

• Music: Ryo Konishi

Anime Production Staff

• Directors: Fuga Yamashiro and Abel Gongora

• Series Composition and Scripts: Hiroshi Seko

• Character Designs: Naoyuki Onda

• Music: Kensuke Ushio

• Studio: Science SARU

About the Series

Yukinobu Tatsu began the original DAN DA DAN manga on Shonen Jump+ in April 2021, with 23 volumes released in Japan to date. VIZ Media releases an English-language version of the series. The first season of the TV anime aired from October to December 2024, with the second season following from July to September 2025. Season 3 is set to premiere sometime in 2027. Crunchyroll currently streams both seasons of the DAN DA DAN anime.

The Story

When high schoolers Momo Ayase and Okarun argue over whether ghosts or aliens are real, they each agree to investigate the other's beliefs to prove them wrong. Things get out of hand fast when Momo finds herself face-to-face with actual aliens and Okarun runs into a vengeful spirit, kicking off a wild supernatural adventure full of occult curses, otherworldly threats, and the unexpected bond growing between them.

Performance Information

DAN DA DAN ~Occultic Stage~ runs at Tokyo's Nippon Seinenkan Hall from August 26 to September 3 and at Osaka's Sky Theater MBS from September 11 to September 13. Pre-sale tickets become available on June 2.

How are you feeling about DAN DA DAN making the leap to stage? Is the "~Occultic Stage~" branding pulling you in, or is the dual-actor approach for Okarun and Transformed Okarun the staging choice that has you most curious about the August and September performances? Let us know in the comments.