A Message of "Wa" (Harmony) for Today ~An Interactive Play for Parents and Children~ Awaji Ningyoza has been hosting parent-child theater events since 2023. Last summer, as the second installment, we performed the original script "Urashima Taro," which was very well received by a wide range of audiences, primarily families. (Total visitors: 4,542 / First performance in 2024, "Momotaro": 2,680 (according to Awaji Ningyoza)). Now, we are proud to present our third parent-child theater production, the new play "Kintaro." In addition to being an interactive play that "parents and children can enjoy together, not just watch," we are collaborating with seven childcare facilities in Minamiawaji City in a new format, building on the positive response from last summer's joint art collaboration with local nursery schools. Furthermore, we are challenging ourselves with new initiatives, such as an event where we invite members of the local Senior Citizens' Club to teach us traditional games. We hope that through the "Kintaro" parent-child theater, where participants can "enjoy and experience traditional Japanese culture," people will feel more connected to Japan's traditional culture and the good old spirit of "Wa" (harmony). What We Want to Convey Through This Performance ~The Courage to Move Forward as Yourself~ This performance embodies the idea that "courage is taking a step forward even when you are scared." Through Kintaro's unwavering confrontation with difficulties, his acceptance of his own weaknesses, flaws, and negative emotions as he moves forward, we want to deliver the message to children that "it's okay to be yourself just as you are." In today's world, many children struggle with fear of failure or a lack of self-confidence. That is precisely why this work portrays Kintaro not as a "strong hero," but as "a child" who continues to move forward despite his doubts. With a production filled with laughter and surprises that parents and children can enjoy, we aim to c