TV Tokyo is Planning New Projects for Naruto Anime 25th Anniversary

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Soul Kiwami
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Naruto anime

During the company’s latest financials briefing and investors Q&A, TV Tokyo confirmed that there are plans for new projects to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Naruto anime, including “games developed by new partners.” TV Tokyo CEO and president Hiroshi Yoshitsugu also commented on global momentum building toward the Naruto anime’s 25th anniversary in 2027.

“We position the [Naruto] 25th anniversary as the beginning of a new stage, and we have various plans centered around it. We also have plans in the works for 2027 and beyond, which include animations* and games developed by new partners.”

According to Final Weapon staff writer and translator Ryuji, the exact Japanese term used for animations was “eizou,” which could encompass media projects outside of anime such as movies. 

When asked about the medium- to long-term future of the Naruto anime, TV Tokyo noted that “there are some projects that can’t be discussed since no announcements have been made, but we want to the expectations of fans worldwide.”

CEO Yoshitsugu discussed that TV Tokyo plans to build global momentum toward the anniversary, which includes the new theme park in France. 

Yoshitsugu said, “We aim to build global momentum for the 25th anniversary of the Naruto anime in 2027, and this includes a theme park in the south of France featured on this page. A Naruto-themed area has opened there, and we hope that fans from around the world will visit and enjoy it.”

Yoshitsugu also mentioned that titles like Black Clover, Bleach, and Gintama are in the pipeline for titles to drive global expansion following Naruto. 

Originally, new anime specials were planned for the Naruto 20th anniversary. However, these anniversary specials were delayed indefinitely to improve its quality as Studio Pierrot proceeded to adapt Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War.

Chaos Zero Nightmare Update Adds ‘A Girl’s Nightmare’ Story and New Content

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Soul Kiwami
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Chaos Zero Nightmare A Girl's Nightmare

Smilegate and Super Creative have released a new update for dark fantasy roguelike RPG Chaos Zero Nightmare featuring the new Galactic Disaster Season 3 story “A Girl’s Nightmare.” The newly added story serves as the second chapter of Season 3 “A Song Rippling Through the Stars.” putting players in the middle of an investigation aboard the SS Edenity with secrets surrounding Adelheid. 

Adelheid will be available as a new Vanguard-class Combatant with the Void attribute. She grants “Blessing” to allied cards and gains Shield, and Partner Clara will also be available. Clara can increase her assigned Combatant’s Defense and grant Fixed Heal when a card with the Blessing effect is used. 

The update also marks the beginning of the first half of “The Great Rift” and the opening of the 2nd Supply Store. The Great Rift no longer restricts usage to current season Save Data, and using Seasonal Save Data also grants additional score bonuses. Season 2 of the Full-Scale Offensive is also live, allowing players to form three teams to take down bosses and earn rewards like Crystals and growth currency.

A number of different quality of life improvements were also implemented, including enhancements to special effects in Sortie and the introduction of Auto-Combat for Chaos gameplay. Smilegate will also host various events, such as “Sortie Support” through June 22. More details can be found at the official blog post.

At Anime Expo 2026, Smilegate will be showcasing Chaos Zero Nightmare and Miresi: The Invisible Future with interactive events, giveaways, and cosplay activities. Miresi: The Invisible Future will also have a playable demo zone where attendees can experience the game for the first time.

Lastly, Chaos Zero Nightmare is available now for Android via Google Play, iOS via App Store, and PC via STOVE.

Call of Duty: Mobile Announces Persona 5 Royal Collaboration

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Soul Kiwami
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Call of Duty Mobile x Persona 5 Royal

Activision has announced that Call of Duty: Mobile will soon host a collaboration with Persona 5 Royal. A new teaser trailer and calling card for the Call of Duty: Mobile and Persona 5 Royal collaboration was also revealed to hype fans up ahead of more news and updates. The trailer teases that Joker, Makoto Niijima, Ann Takamaki, and Kasumi Yoshizawa will be available first and foremost. 

Call of Duty Mobile x Persona 5 Royal calling card

“To those who mistake power for justice”
You’ve grown comfortable in conflict.
That ends now.
We’re infiltrating your squad—
We will take your distorted desires without fail

From the Phantom Thieves of Hearts

This collaboration comes at an intriguing time for ATLUS. The Persona series developers are currently working on Persona 4 Revival, a remake of 2008’s critically acclaimed Persona 4 for PlayStation 5 via PlayStation Store, Xbox Series X|S via Microsoft Store, and PC via Microsoft Store and Steam. Persona 4 Revival is available to wishlist now, and the remake will be available on Xbox Game Pass day one. In the meantime, fans can catch up with Persona 3 Reload and Persona 5 Royal on modern platforms, including Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

Call of Duty: Mobile is currently available now for Android via Google Play and iOS via App Store. The first-person shooter is developed by TiMi Studio Group, the same development company that teamed up with Capcom to develop Monster Hunter Outlanders.

Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered is Now Available on Steam Alongside Bundle

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Soul Kiwami
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Utawarerumono Past and Present Rediscovered Steam

Shiravune and AQUAPLUS have released turn-based RPG Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered on PC via Steam alongside a bundle featuring Monochrome Mobius: Rights and Wrongs Forgotten. Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered and the bundle are available at a discount through June 18. 

What’s more, Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered is headlining the June 4 Famitsu issue with a new cover illustration and a special feature going over the history of the Utawarerumono series. In Japan, Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered is also available now for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5, but these versions were not confirmed for the west at the time of this writing.

Ahead of launch, AQUAPLUS released a new manga summarizing the events of Monochrome Mobius: Rights and Wrongs Forgotten. The Monochrome Mobius: Rights and Wrongs Forgotten manga is 33 pages long and was illustrated by @curr_y_ume. Currently, the manga is not available in English.

Here’s an overview of the game, via Steam:

The Utawarerumono legend reaches a new climax in this sprawling JRPG! As a shadow falls over Yamato once more, Oshtor and friends set out on a new adventure—and somewhere, amid white mists, a long slumber approaches its end.

Features
      • A massive traditional JRPG! Explore the sprawling lands of Yamato!
      • The Action Ring system returns, bringing tempo and strategy to every turn-based battle!
      • Unleash devastating techniques and the power of your masks to defeat deadly enemies!
      • Fight and befriend a rich cast including returning Utawarerumono fan favorites!
Story

Long, long ago, in the distant past… or was it in the far-off future?

The mighty empire of Yamato exists at peace under the rule of its god incarnate the Mikado.

Oshtor, Mikazuchi, Munechika, and Shunya have been hailed as heroes ever since they repelled an invasion out of long-lost Arva Shulan.

Yet once more, a shadow falls over the nation. Monster rise in every corner of the land, and disconnected incidents spiral towards one conclusion while old comrades triangulate a response.

As their journey begins anew, they have no way of knowing—what awaits them is sung about only in legends. Somewhere, white mists still cloud a cradle—but a long, light slumber is about to end

Japanese FPS Game The Last Salvage Squad Launches June 18 for PC, Switch and Switch 2

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Soul Kiwami
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The Last Salvage Squad

Waku Waku Games and Sunfish Kumano have announced that Japanese first-person shooter The Last Salvage Squad will launch on June 18 for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam for $9.99. A free demo for The Last Salvage Squad is available on Steam.

Here’s an overview of the game, via Steam:

Story

One day, a gargantuan alien spaceship invades and unleashes countless combat weapons upon Earth, demolishing human civilization in the blink of an eye. Although humans succeeded in developing special weapons that could deal an effective blow to the aliens, it was too late to revive their civilization.

To this day, however, the Earth has yet to fall silent despite its abandoned cities, for swarm weapons known as “CogrinaUnits,” 12-meter-tall autonomous humanoid units, collect and operate the limited number of special weapons that remain, and continue to fight against the aliens, all for the sake of accomplishing the mission humanity entrusted them with….

Simple yet varied missions with a wide range of fighting styles

      • Choose whether to take down the multi-legged robot weapons ravaging the city by leveraging the terrain, or to move in close and finish them off.
      • The next unit is sent out immediately once you are defeated.
      • Only a limited amount of equipment remains, so you’ll need to recover items from defeated units to continue the battle.

A story of hope told between battles

      • Find out what comes of the battle against the overwhelming enemy forces
      • Light-hearted conversation scenes with fellow units during intermissions
      • Plus a shiba inu!

Steam Deck Gets Major Price Increase in the U.S.

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Soul Kiwami
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Steam Deck price increase

Valve has enacted a major price increase for its main Steam Deck OLED 512 GB and 1 TB models, which are still out of stock at the moment on Steam. The price of Steam Deck OLED 512 GB has increased from $549 to $789, and the price of the Steam Deck OLED 1 TB model increased from $649 to $949.

Steam Deck was once seen as one of the most affordable entry points to the handheld PC market, but that may not be the case any longer. Valve alluded to the possibility of price increases for its Steam hardware family when addressing the status of Steam Machine and Steam Frame earlier this year. In February, Valve reiterates its plans to ship out the Steam Machine and Steam Frame in the first half of 2026. However, the company also noted that memory and storage shortages have affected its initial internal plans for the shipping schedule and pricing due to rising costs and limited availability.

On May 4, Valve launched its new Steam Controller, which sold out faster than the company had anticipated at its $99 MSRP. Valve is currently working on getting more Steam Controllers in stock over time, and there will be an update on the expected timeline for replenished stock soon. 

Valve’s flagship controller is designed with comfort and control in mind with magnetic TMR thumbsticks, HD rumble with haptic feedback (4x haptic motors), grip-enabled gyro called Gyro Sense (hold and release to enable/disable), trackpads, a Steam button, and Quick Access menu functionality. The controller is natively compatible with Steam Input across devices and utilizes the Steam Controller Puck, a low-latency wireless transmitter that provides fast and stable connection for both play and charging.

STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT Launches August 20 for PC and Xbox Series X|S First, Pre-Orders Now Open

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Soul Kiwami
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STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT

Spike Chunsoft and MAGES. have announced that STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT, the remake of the original STEINS;GATE visual novel, launches on August 20 for Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam, followed by the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5 versions on October 29. STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT will be digital-only for Xbox Series X|S and PC, and all versions will feature English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese language support with Japanese voice-overs.

Spike Chunsoft will publish physical Standard and SteelBook Editions of STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5. These editions will feature a new cover illustration by character designer huke, and each edition includes a sticker as a first-print-run bonus. Pre-orders for STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT are now open at participating retailers.

Lastly, here’s an overview of the game, via Steam:

STEINS;GATE Returns! Rebooted for the modern era!

Updated visuals, refined UI, and a revitalized story!

STEINS;GATE follows a ragtag group of tech-savvy students led by Rintaro Okabe, whose latest invention accidentally gains the ability to send messages to the past, unleashing the power to alter history itself.

As global conspiracies stir and timelines begin to twist, the curtain rises on a future steeped in chaos.

Characters, artwork, and the user interface have been completely refreshed in this reboot, while an original new scenario expands the world’s story. Akihabara has been recreated with stunning realism and depth, drawing you deeper than ever into its streets and secrets.

Character designer huke returns with redesigned outfits and accessories that bring a contemporary flair to the cast. The cityscape has been meticulously reconstructed using authentic references from the era, adding new layers of nostalgic immersion.

With brand-new scenarios and optimized systems, both newcomers and longtime fans can experience STEINS;GATE like never before, a true reboot of the legendary story of time and fate.

Gameplay Features:

      • Your choices shape the fate of the characters and the world itself! Featuring multiple endings that branch based on your decisions.

      • A text-based adventure where controlling Rintaro’s phone can alter the course of destiny.

      • Beautifully remastered visuals rebuilt in stunning high detail.

      • Playtime: Approximately 30–50 hours.

Asphalt Legends Audi Season Update Marks Return of Sonic the Hedgehog Collab

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Soul Kiwami
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Asphalt Legends x Sonic

Gameloft has released the Audi Season update for Asphalt Legends with several new cars, limited-time events, and the return of the Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration to celebrate the blue blur’s 35th anniversary. The Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration features new decals, including a new Amy Decal for the Lykan Hypersport Neon Edition in Asphalt Legends.

In addition to the Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration, Audi Season introduces the following cars to Asphalt Legends: Audi R8 Coupé V10 performance quattro, Audi R8 LMP1 2000, Audi R18 e-tron quattro 2012, Bentley Speed 8, TVR Cerbera Speed 12, Ginetta Akula, and Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport 4th of July Edition. W Motors Lykan Hypersport and the Italdesign Zerouno also get new EVO versions. 

Get a breakdown of Audi Season below, via the game’s official website:

Audi Season

Legend Pass Car: Audi R8 Coupé V10 performance quattro 

Ultimate Pass Car: Naran Hyper Coupé 

Ultimate Pass Key: Lamborghini SC18 

Special Events
  • Prototype Racing Spotlight: (27/5 – 23/6) It’s Audi’s grand debut! Get aboard the new Audi R18 e-tron performance quattro 2012 and race alongside the Glickenhaus 007S, the BMW M Hybrid V8, the Peugeot 9×8 and the Lamborghini SC63. 
  • EVO Special Event: (27/5 – 7/6) Unlock the EVO options for the W Motors Lykan Hypersport and the Italdesign Zerouno. 
  • Drive Syndicate: Operation Cerberus: (2/6 – 8/7) Race alongside the Syndicate for a new target, the TVR Cerbera Speed 12. The Audi R8 Coupé V10 performance quattro, the De Tomaso P900,  the Aston Martin One77, the Zenvo Aurora Agil, and the SSC Tuatara will also be joining the underground race. 
  • Hyundai N Vision 74 GP: (11/6 – 28/6) Time to compete and claim your key! 
  • Vision 1789 Special Hunt: (15/6 – 30/6) A revolution in itself, here’s a chance to add it to your garage. 
  • Audi R8 LMP1 2000 Special Event: (17/6 – 2/7) Another chance to get behind the wheel of a brand new Audi, as the R8 LMP1 2000 races into the scene, alongside the McLaren Elva, the Maserati MC12, the FV Frangivento GT65, the Naran Hyper Coupe, the Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven, and the Pininfarina Teorema. 
  • Sonic 35th Anniversary Spotlight: (18/6 – 21/7) The Blue Blur is turning 35, so we couldn’t miss out in an Asphalt-Style Hommage. A new chance to get your favorite decals for the SSC Ultimate Aero TT, the Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport, the Apex AP-0, the Nissan GT-R Neon Edition, the Donkervoort DB-GTO, the DS E-tense and featuring a brand new Amy Decal for the W Motors Lykan Neon Edition. 
  • Seasonal Revving: (27/5 – 23/6) Bring your garage out to shine and race for the Rimac Concept S aboard the Porsche 911 GT3 R Rennsport, the Porsche 918 Spyder Asphalt Edition, the Ares Panther and the DOSE Elytron. 
  • Starway Peugeot Onyx: (27/5 – 23/6) This Season’s Starway brings back the Peugeot Onyx and requires the Ferrari LaFerrari, the McLaren P1, the Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport, the Ferrari FXX K,  the Lamborghini Aventador SV Coupé, and the Icona Vulcano Titanium. 
Time Limited Events
  • Volkswagen W12 Coupe Time Limited Event: (29/5 – 4/6) Get behind the wheel fast before the event passes you by! 
  • BMW M4 GT3 Star Hunt: (1/6 – 12/6) Time to get some Blueprints before the Epic Hunt begins. 
  • Running Green: (5/6 – 11/6) Celebrate World Environment Day aboard the DS E-Tense Performance. 
  • Coastal Cruising (8/6 – 12/6) Head to the beach aboard the Porsche 911 GTS Coupé to celebrate Oceans day. 
  • BMW M4 GT3 Epic Hunt: (11/6 – 23/6) You got your Blueprints, now it’s time to get those missing parts. 
  • Endurance Showdown: (12/6 – 19/6) Buckle in for the long run aboard the Ferrari F50, the Chevrolet Corvette C7.R, and McLaren GT. 
  • Dragon Boat: (19/6 -26/6) Are you faster than a Dragon Boat? Prove it aboard the Lamborghini SC20 and the Lamborghini Huracan STO 
  • Summer Solstice: (22/6 – 3/7) Longest day of the year? More time for racing! Enjoy racing the sun aboard the Lamborghini Aventador J. 
  • Car Hunts: And we couldn’t forget our car hunts, as this season will bring the McLaren 750s Coupé (Legend Pass Exclusive) (27/5 – 9/6), the Toyota GR Supra 2023 (27/5 – 9/6) and the Drako GTE (9/6 – 22/6)

Asphalt Legends is available now for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Mac, iOS, Android, and PC via Steam. The free-to-play racing game has featured collaborations with franchises such as Sonic the Hedgehog and hololive. 

Tank Chair Anime Reveals Main Cast Members

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Theodore Millard
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Bandai Namco Filmworks have released a promotional video that reveals the main cast members of the upcoming anime Tank Chair. The anime is based on Manabu Yashiro’s manga and will air in fall 2026.

The new trailer can be found here:

The newly revealed cast members include:

  • Kōki Uchiyama as Nagi Taira
  • Minori Fujidera as Shizuka Taira
  • Gakuto Kajiwara as Naozumi Kurosaka
  • Saori Hayami as Touko Kurosaka

Promotional images were released alongside the trailer on the anime’s official website. The images highlight the four main characters and the eponymous tank chair that Nagi uses. The visuals can be found below:

Nagi Taira
Shizuku Taira
Naozumi Kurosaka
Touko Kurosaka
Tank Chair Mark-1

The newly announced staff includes:

  • Directors and Scriptwriters: Tadahiro Yoshihira and Hiroaki Ando
  • Character Designer: Yūki Moriyama
  • Composer: Masaru Yokoyama
  • Production Designer: Kazuma Teshigahara

Polygon Pictures will produce the anime series.

The manga for Tank Chair is published by Kodansha and is currently serialized in Monthly Shonen Sirius.

Kodansha describes the series:

An assassin in the world’s deadliest wheelchair and his devoted sister carve an ultra-violent path to recovery across a slick, dystopic landscape in this action manga for fans of Chainsaw Man, Battle Angel Alita, and Dorohedoro!

Shizuka takes on the most dangerous of assassin jobs, but she’s not the one doing the killing. Rather, it’s her brother, Nagi, a strong assassin who took a bullet to protect his sister, leaving him in a comatose state and having to use a wheelchair. However, Shizuka has figured out the key to waking her brother up: he must be faced with killing intent! Thus begins a violent journey of recovery, battling the most dangerous foes!

The tenth volume of the manga released in Japan in March 2026, while the eighth volume came out in English on May 12.

Sonic Live In Concert Global Tour Announced

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Soul Kiwami
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Sonic Live In Concert

SEGA and Senbla have announced Sonic Live In Concert, a global concert tour that brings the music and moments of the Sonic the Hedgehog series to the stage. Sonic Live In Concert will make its debut in the U.S. at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on September 26, 2026, before heading to London’s Eventim Apollo on September 30.

Sonic Live In Concert will feature a live ensemble alongside rock musicians, vocalists, and electronic elements. The setlist includes fan-favorite tracks with Easter eggs thrown into the arrangements. The concert celebrates the creative legacy of series composers Jun Senoue and Tomoya Ohtani as well. 

The U.S. tour for Sonic Live In Concert will come to 30 cities across the nation, and the UK tour follows up in February 2027. More European dates will be announced at a later date, and tickets will go on sale May 29, with pre-sale tickets going on sale on May 28.

Here are the confirmed dates for Sonic Live In Concert:

Sonic Live In Concert Global Tour Dates

  • September 20, 2026 – Spokane, Washington – First Interstate Center for the Arts 
  • September 22, 2026 – Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre (preview)
  • September 23, 2026 – Portland, OR – Keller Auditorium (preview)
  • September 25, 2026 – San Diego, CA – San Diego Civic Theatre (preview)
  • September 26, 2026 – Hollywood, CA – Dolby Theatre
  • September 27, 2026 – Riverside, CA – Fox Performing Arts Center
  • September 29, 2026 – Mesa, AZ – Mesa Arts Center – Ikeda Theater
  • September 30, 2026 – London, U.K. – London Eventim Apollo
  • October 1, 2026 – Las Vegas, NV – Resorts World Theatre
  • October 2, 2026 – Fresno, CA – Saroyan Theatre
  • October 3, 2026 – San Jose, CA – San Jose Civic
  • October 4, 2026 – Reno, NV – Grand Theatre at The Grand Sierra Resort & Casino
  • October 6, 2026 – Denver, CO – Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre
  • October 8, 2026 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
  • October 9, 2026 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
  • October 10, 2026 – San Antonio, TX – Boeing Center at Tech Port
  • October 11, 2026 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion
  • October 13, 2026 – Wichita, KS – Orpheum Theatre
  • October 15, 2026 – Omaha, NE – Orpheum Theater
  • October 16, 2026 – Peoria, IL – Prairie Home Alliance Theater
  • October 17, 2026 – Louisville, KY – The Louisville Palace Theatre
  • October 18, 2026 – St. Louis, MO – The Factory
  • October 19, 2026 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
  • October 20, 2026 – Mobile, AL – Saenger Theatre
  • October 22, 2026 – Brandon, MS – City Hall Live
  • October 23, 2026 – Huntsville, AL – VBC Mark C. Smith Concert Hall
  • October 24, 2026 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
  • October 25, 2026 – Greensboro, NC – Steven Tanger Center for Performing Arts
  • October 27, 2026 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
  • October 28, 2026 – North Charleston, SC – North Charleston Performing Arts Center
  • October 29, 2026 – Jacksonville, FL – Florida Theatre
  • October 30, 2026 – St. Petersburg, FL – Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater
  • October 31, 2026 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Broward Center for the Performing Arts – Au Rene Theater
  • November 1, 2026 – Orlando, FL – Walt Disney Theater at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
  • February 17, 2027 – Glasgow, UK – Royal Concert Hall
  • February 18, 2027 – Edinburgh, UK – Usher Hall
  • February 19, 2027 – Manchester, UK – Bridgewater Hall
  • February 20, 2027 – Birmingham, UK – Symphony Hall
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