Special Exhibition "Yukio Horio Stage Art: A Play of 'Infinity'" at Higashi-Hiroshima City Museum of Art; Advance Tickets Now on Sale

Yukio Horio (1946– / born in Hiroshima), a leading figure in stage design, has created the set designs for over 700 performances, including operas, NODA-MAP productions led by Hideki Noda, works by Koki Mitani, Miyuki Nakajima's "Yakai," and Shinosuke Tatekawa's "Shinosuke Rakugo." Regarding his approach to stage design, Horio states, "The freedom found in the drawings of children at a school arts festival is crucial. The stage is a form of 'play'."

This exhibition focuses on approximately 50 stage art models and production materials, delving into the world of stage design, and also includes works themed on the atomic bombing. Furthermore, it reveals the behind-the-scenes process of creating works with directors through moving models, production anecdotes, and a recreation of his workshop. A spectacular 1/1 scale cosmic space, designed by Horio especially for this exhibition for children, is a must-see.

Exhibition Overview Dates: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – Sunday, October 4, 2026 Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last admission 30 minutes before closing) *Special hours: Opens at 10:00 AM on July 22. Extended hours until 7:00 PM on July 25, Aug 29, Sep 20, and until 8:00 PM on Aug 8. Closed: Mondays (or the next weekday if Monday is a holiday) Venue: Higashi-Hiroshima City Museum of Art, 3rd Floor Exhibition Room Organizers: Higashi-Hiroshima City Museum of Art, The Chugoku Shimbun Planning Cooperation: HORIO Kobo

Admission Fees - Same-day: General ¥1,000, University Student ¥700 - Advance/Group: General ¥800, University Student ¥560 - Free for: High school students and younger, individuals 75 and over. *1 "With Kids Day" (Saturdays during the exhibition): Up to two guardians accompanying children (high school and younger) receive a 20% discount on same-day tickets. *2 Student ID or age verification required.

Advance Ticket Sales Available at: Higashi-Hiroshima City Museum of Art, Seven-Eleven (Seven Ticket) Sales Period: Monday, May 4 – Tuesday, July 21

<Artist Profile> Born in Hiroshima in 1946, Yukio Horio studied at the Berlin University of the Arts while enrolled at Musashino Art University. After graduating, he worked in film special effects before establishing HORIO Inc. in 1981. He began working professionally as a stage designer in 1982, collaborating with numerous directors such as Hideki Noda, Koki Mitani, and Yukio Ninagawa. He has received many awards.

Highlights Act 1: The Story of Stage Artist Yukio Horio Traces his journey from his first encounter with theater to becoming a stage designer. Act 2: Director × Stage Artist Explores his collaborative relationships with renowned creators like Hideki Noda, Koki Mitani, and Miyuki Nakajima through production materials. Act 3: Behind the Scenes of a Stage Artist A recreation of the workshop where his designs are born, offering a chance to touch actual materials used on stage. Act 4: The Expanding Infinite Universe A 1/1 scale realization of a cosmic space designed originally for this exhibition for children.