青山円形劇場, Theatre building in Shibuya, Japan.
Aoyama Circular Theatre was a theatre building in Shibuya, Tokyo, featuring an indoor auditorium that seated around 1,200 people. It operated as part of the National Children's Castle, a cultural complex designed to offer artistic experiences and performances.
The theatre opened in November 1985 and served the community as a performance venue for more than 25 years. It closed permanently in January 2015, ending its role in Shibuya's cultural landscape.
The theatre hosted concerts, performances, and dance shows that brought together both Japanese artists and international talent. Audiences could experience a mix of local and global artistic traditions in one venue.
The theatre was located near Shibuya and Omotesando train stations, accessible via the Ginza, Chiyoda, and Hanzomon railway lines. Visitors could reach the venue easily using Tokyo's public transportation network.
The venue was part of the National Children's Castle, an educational facility specifically designed to introduce children and families to cultural experiences. This integration meant the theatre served both entertainment and educational purposes for younger audiences.
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