Negima News: Negima Stage Play Announced!

It was recently announced that Negima would be receiving its first stage play adaptation later this summer. In addition, former member of the famous idol group, Nogizaka46, would be cast as the starring role. 22-year-old Rina Ikoma will be playing Negi Springfield. Coincidentally, another former member of Nogizaka46. Yukina Kashiwa. portrayed Negi in the live-action adaption of the series.
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I have the privilege to star as the protagonist Negi in the upcoming play 'Mahou Sensei Negima! Okochama Sensei wa Shugyou-chu!' It will be my first play after my graduation from Nogizaka46 and I think it is going to be a big turning point for me. Anyway, I am filled with desire to do the best I can. I am excited to see how we can express the worldview of Mahou Sensei Negima! I am set to play Negi-kun, who is a 10-year-old boy. In terms of appearance, I have 120% confidence to portray Negi-kun that can't be defeated by anyone. I know there are so many fans who have loved the original manga, so I will try to make the play wonderful with the entire company.

​--Rina Ikoma

The play, Mahou Sensei Negima! Okochama Sensei wa Shugyou-chu!, or Teacher Child is in Training, is set to premiere on July 12-16 this year at the AiiA 2.5 Theater Tokyo.

​So what do you think? Please, let us know!

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May 30, 2018