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I haven't been speculating much, simply because so many others were but I got to thinking that the main contenders are Eritan and Masaki. Only just now I came to the realisation that they're not the only ones.

After all, Toyoko's show went on sale today. What if they're waiting to see how her sales go before the final choice is made? After all, she's been semi-nibante for years, she's mature, she's capable, and she would definitely be able to support Tsukigumi to allow Masaki a bit more time to learn not to kill herself with exhaustion with every show.

Toyoko would be a lovely Top, I think. We'll see what they come up with, though. I know everyone is starting to get a bit antsy about it, what with the final KiriMari show already running.

(Personally, I would love to see an interim top with Micchan then brought in from Senka, a la Rika and Saeko, but I suspect that won't happen)

Summary:
Der Zigeuner Baron - Based on Johann Strauss II's operetta of the same name, the story follows Sterk Barinkay, son of a Baron who is nudged into reclaiming his land by the Empress. The local Pig farmer, who is trying to find Barinkay's father's long-lost treasure is unimpressed, and to ensure he will still get a share of the booty, he tries to persuade Barinkay to marry one of his daughter. All would be well if one of the daughters wasn't in love with a servant, and Barinkay didn't run into that fleet of local gypsies...

Rhapsodic Moon - A "rhapsodic" dancing and singing revue, whose backdrop is the mysterious beauty of the moon and the energy generated from its radiance. The stars of the Moon Troupe display their diverse charms as they weave together fantastic music with passionate dancing. (This summary taken from the official website)

( Der Zigeuner Baron/Rhapsodic Moon - Moon Troupe 2010 )

This show is going to be awesomesauce. That is all.

So, speculation proved accurate and Tsukigumi gets Pimpernel :D I'm awfully happy about this, because it's such a good show for troupe dynamics, plus it lets Kiriyan do fun and serious at the same time :D My only concern is about who they get for Chauvelin. Masaki is the best bet at present, but I don't know if her voice is ready. Will wait with bated breath :)

(Now, if only it wasn't on in the months leading up to my sister's wedding when I have her hen-do to arrange. Curses...)

There's been quite a bit of speculation going on about what Kiriyan's Grand Theatre debut will be as Top Star. A lot of people are whispering about The Scarlet Pimpernel.

This may have just been given a little more credence given the fact Frank Wildhorn is going to be in Japan in March 2010, just about when rehearsals for Tsukigumi's show get under way. He is mostly going to be there for a concert/show featuring Aran Kei and Mate Kamaras, previously performed by Ichiro Maki and Uwe Kroeger. However, I do wonder if his main motive is to see another of his shows Zukafied.

It's known that Kiriyan loves Wildhorn shows, and her favourite is Jekyll and Hyde. It's only speculation, but wouldn't be it be awesomesauce to see her do that role? Also, it's a good show for Tsuki at the moment, since it has no set top Musume, so if they still haven't decided, they can test out people against her. Plus, multiple male roles as support.

Thoughts? :)

I didn't think it would happen, but I'm awfully happy that Kiriya Hiromu has been named the new Tsukigumi Otokoyaku Top Star :) I've adored her ever since I first saw the Tsukigumi 05 Elisabeth, and she's one of the reasons that Tsuki and Hoshi have remained such close rivals in my affections.

I will wait with bated breath over the new Top Musumeyaku. I'd love to see Ai-Chan get it, but I have a sneaking feeling that she'd be happy in the character roles and sticking around forever like Azumo Aya did. However, I have been wrong before ;)

Summary: Elisabeth is the Gothic musical about the love story between Empress Elisabeth of Austria and Death. It follows her life, as an unhappy Empress through until her assassination in 1898, and Death following her steps.

( Elisabeth - Moon Troupe 2005 )

Originally written 12/07/07

Summary: An adaptation of the 1960s off-broadway musical, which is itself based on The Importance of being Earnest by Oscar Wilde.

( Ernest in Love - 2005 Moon Troupe )