On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, a new project called "MUSICAL COMPASS," led by musical actor Yosuke Iida, known for his roles as Jean Valjean in "Les Misérables" and others, will launch. Iida will serve as a "pilot" to guide audiences in enjoying musicals both domestically and internationally. The main content will be the podcast program "Yosuke Iida's MUSICAL COMPASS," released every other Wednesday. Iida will share the profound charm of musicals from his unique perspective. Future plans include live events such as concerts and participatory projects for the audience. This project aims to deliver information that will make musical fans, as well as those who have previously found musicals daunting, eager to visit the theater. Please look forward to it. "MUSICAL CAMPASS" Main Visual ■ Project Overview [Title] MUSICAL COMPASS [Launch Date] July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) [Organizers] The Yomiuri Shimbun, Vivoyage Official Website URL: https://musical-compass.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@musical_compass Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musicalcompass_/ X: https://x.com/musicalcompass_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591116280300 ■ Yosuke Iida Profile Born in Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture. He joined the Shiki Theatre Company in 2004 while studying vocal music at Tokyo University of the Arts. He remained with the company for 20 years, starring in numerous musical productions such as "Cats," "Beauty and the Beast," "The Phantom of the Opera," and "The Man Who Walked Through the Wall." He captivated audiences with his profound baritone voice and rich expressiveness. After leaving the company, he starred as Jean Valjean in "Les Misérables." He is one of the few actors worldwide to have played major roles in all three of the "world's three major musicals": "Cats," "The Phantom of the Opera," and "Les Misérables." Currently, he is expanding his activities beyond the stage to include television dramas and variety shows. He is also showcasing a new side a