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Nippon, Japan, was an island empire and lived for centuries in perfect peace undisturbed by intruders from across the sea. That is, until an American fleet arrived threatening their civilization of tradition and serenity with foreign trade, fussy visitors, and pushy diplomats. Some Japanese resist, while others embraced the Westerners and assimilated. The musical’s original Broadway production in 1976 was nominated for 10 Tony Awards. The score is widely considered to be one of Stephen Sondheim’s finest including songs such as Prologue, Four Black Dragons, Lion Dance, Pretty Lady, and Next.
