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Yukiko Masui's 'Ronin' Blends Swordplay and Animation for All Ages

4/19/2026

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Choreographer Yukiko Masui's Ronin invites audiences aged 10 and older, featuring samurai swordfighting and animations by Barret Hodgson.
Cher Nicolette Ho leads the quest, interacting with seekers Nathan Bartman and Jacob Lang.
Choreography centers on dynamic swordplay and movement, with the first act ending in a tableau and the second revisiting it.
The finale asks whether audiences prefer a coherent story or swordplay in a simulated universe.

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Story summary

Choreographer Yukiko Masui's Ronin invites audiences aged 10 and older, featuring samurai swordfighting and animations by Barret Hodgson.
Cher Nicolette Ho leads the quest, interacting with seekers Nathan Bartman and Jacob Lang.
Choreography centers on dynamic swordplay and movement, with the first act ending in a tableau and the second revisiting it.
The finale asks whether audiences prefer a coherent story or swordplay in a simulated universe.