During the 2004-2005 national/international tour of Big River - The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, the production stopped in Tokyo, Japan for four weeks to standing ovations. It was the first international show in Deaf West Theatre's history! Artistic Director, Ed Waterstreet, and his wife, Linda Bove, along with Managing Director, Bill O'Brien attended the Opening Night festivities on September 28, 2004, which included the attendance of Royal Family member, Princess Kiko.

Toyko's Aoyama Theatre, home to 'Big River' for four weeks   Artistic Director, Ed Waterstreet             Linda Bove, Bill O'Brien and Ed Waterstreet with Japanes Royal family member, Princess Kiko                                 Getting ready backstage

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