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～ 😀 Wicola Day 2026 Stage Casting Call 😀 ～

At Wicora Day 2026,
San Francisco ・ Wicora, a non-profit organization working in the Bay Area, and Chiebura, a Japanese menopause organization, are planning a new type of stage with a menopause theme in collaboration ！

The theme is "Menopause with laughter ！"
An at-home heartwarming comedy that can be enjoyed and shared by everyone from children to the elderly
A shinkigeki-style stage that lightens the heart and body while sharing "Aru Aru" with humor and empathy.
This time, we are looking for performance participants to create this stage together.

＜ Recommended for people like this ！ ＞
Please apply if at least one of the following applies to you ！
⬜︎ I wanted to try theater ！
⬜︎ Love theater I want to share my passion with this stage ！
⬜︎ I want to make memories of my life ！
⬜︎ Shinkigeki&I love Kansai's groove ！
⬜︎ I want to try something new ！ <
⬜︎ Want to share a good time with new friends ！
⬜︎ Want to connect with Japanese community ！

＜ Outline ＞
︎ Number of applicants ： 8 （ 3 males ／ 5 females ） The selection of roles is based on the applicant's preference - it is possible to choose a role different from the gender assigned at birth
⬜︎ Application deadline ： end of January, 2026 （ Deadline may be accelerated or postponed depending on the number of applications ）
□ Click here for the application form 👇
https://forms.gle/zWo2ENzaQ4CUPArGA

* Applicants will be asked to complete a brief
*The play will be 40 minutes long and performed in Japanese （ No English proficiency required ）
*No acting experience required ！
*No compensation, transportation or accommodation will be provided for practice or performance
＜ About the Performance and Practice ＞
On the day of the performance ： October 17, 2026 （ Saturday ） Performed within Wicola Day 2026
Venue of the performance ： San Francisco ・ Bay Area Rough rehearsal schedule ： Below
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April ～ May ZOOM 1 time ／ 2 weeks online training （ Participation from home ）
June-October ZOOM 1 time ／ week Online practice （ Participation from home ）
1 time September ・ 2 times in person practice just before October performance （ Location TBD ）
*Practice results ・ Frequency will vary slightly depending on how well it is finished
*Talent who has performed this Shinkigeki for the first time and has participated in M1 will be involved in the rehearsal guidance
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＜ Conditions for participation ＞
① Must be able to attend the performance on October 17, 2026
② Must be able to attend practice （ Due to circumstances ）
③ Participation fee ： ＄ 80 （ 6 months of rehearsals ・ Including production support, props, standing rehearsal space and performance venue fee ） ④ No experience necessary ！ All you need is a desire to try ！ and have fun ！ ！
⑤ Must be a US citizen, permanent resident or appropriate visa holder
* Wicolla Day 2026 Management Office is not responsible for any accidents, illnesses, or damage ・ or loss ・ or theft
during the rehearsal period or on the day of the performance, and each individual ・ organization is responsible for its own safety.

"Menopause is so funny ！" "Connecting with others is warm ！"
Let's experience such time together through the stage ？ Beginners are also welcome
We provide safe and reliable support system. ！ Don't miss this great opportunity ！
If you are interested, please feel free to apply

Contact ： wecolla@wecolla.org
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