The popular anime and light novel series That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is coming back to the stage. The third stage play adaptation has been officially announced for October 2026 in Tokyo. Fans of the series can look forward to seeing their favorite characters in a live performance once again.
The new production is titled Stage “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” 3 – Demon Lord Awakening Arc & Eight Star Shining Arc. It will run from October 22 to October 25, 2026, at Theater 1010 in Adachi Ward, Tokyo. This marks the third live stage show based on the hit franchise, following two previous successful productions.
Main Cast Returns for the Stage Play
Hana Ogi, a member of the idol group โ ME, will return to play the lead role of Rimuru Tempest. She has played the character in the first two stage plays and is excited to come back. Ogi expressed her feelings about the show, saying:
“This is my third time appearing in the series, following the first installment, and I am truly happy and honored to be able to return to this world as Rimuru Tempest. I think this story is a key point in the original work. To be honest, I am anxious and nervous, but I am a huge fan of ‘That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime,’ so I will take responsibility and give it my all. I hope to see you at the theater!!”
The returning cast also includes Futa Sakayori as Diablo, the powerful primordial demon, and Takuya Masunaga as Veldora, the catastrophic dragon. Other cast members from previous productions are also set to reprise their roles. Mai Takahashi from the idol group โJOY joins the cast as a new addition. She will play Hinata Sakaguchi, the chief knight of the Holy Guard of the Holy Empire of Ruberios.
What to Expect from the New Show
The third stage play will cover the Demon Lord Awakening Arc and the Eight Star Shining Arc. These are important storylines from the original light novel series written by Fuse. The Demon Lord Awakening Arc is a major turning point in the series where Rimuru faces huge challenges and grows much stronger. Fans of the anime and novels will recognize these key moments from the story.
The stage adaptation brings the fantasy world of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime to life with live actors, special effects, and stage design. The production aims to capture the exciting action and humor of the original series. Previous stage shows were well-received by fans for their faithful adaptation and energetic performances.
Complete Cast List for the Stage Play
The full cast for the production includes many talented actors:
- Rimuru Tempest: Hana Ogi (โ ME)
- Benimaru: Taiga Sera
- Shion: Kanon Ishikawa
- Shuna: Chiho Ishida
- Souei: Daiya Hayakawa
- Ranga: Rita Aizawa
- Gobta: Mahiro Sugisaki
- Gazel Dwargo: Eiji Moriyama
- Phobio: Yuta Kishimoto
- Myulan: Sakiho Honishi
- Youmu: Mitsuaki Hayashi
- Clayman: Yuki Nakayama
- Milim: Usaki
- Diablo: Futa Sakayori
- Veldora: Takuya Masunaga
- Hinata Sakaguchi: Mai Takahashi (โJOY)
- Hakuro: Takashi Hagino
Where to Watch and Get Tickets
The stage play will be performed at Theater 1010 in Tokyo. Ticket information and sales dates have not been announced yet. Fans should keep an eye on the official stage play website and social media channels for updates. International fans may need to travel to Japan to see the show live.
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Other Recent Slime News
The That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime franchise continues to grow. The new movie titled “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea” premiered in Japan on February 27, 2026. Members of idol group Hinatazaka46, Nao Kosaka and Kaho Fujishima, joined the voice cast for the movie. Crunchyroll acquired the worldwide theatrical rights for the movie, except in most Asian countries. This means fans around the world will have more ways to enjoy the Slime universe.
The stage play and the movie show how popular the franchise has become. The original light novels and anime series have built a huge global fanbase. The story of a man reincarnated as a slime monster in a fantasy world has captured the hearts of many viewers.
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Source: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime stage play series official website
