The beloved Fullmetal Alchemist franchise continues to expand its live-stage adaptations with the announcement of Fullmetal Alchemist The Stage 3rd Show, featuring fresh visuals that capture the epic scope and emotional depth of the series. This latest installment in the popular stage play series promises to bring the alchemical adventures of the Elric brothers to life once again, blending high-stakes action, intricate character dynamics, and the timeless themes of sacrifice and redemption.
Directed by a team of veteran theater professionals, Fullmetal Alchemist The Stage 3rd Show builds on the success of its predecessors, which have drawn audiences into the world of State Alchemists, Homunculi, and the quest for the Philosopher's Stone. The production introduces enhanced staging techniques, including innovative use of projections and choreography to depict the explosive transmutations and intense battles central to the story. Set against the backdrop of a militarized nation grappling with the consequences of forbidden alchemy, the play explores the brothers' relentless pursuit to reclaim their bodies after a tragic experiment gone wrong.
The cast for this production features a talented ensemble of actors known for their work in musical theater and live adaptations of anime properties. Returning favorites and new faces alike bring fresh energy to the roles, ensuring a faithful yet invigorating interpretation of the characters. The full cast list includes:
Shuto Mashima as Alphonse Elric
Rin Okabe as Winry Rockbell
Jin Aoki / Takuma Wada as Roy Mustang
AKANE LIV as Olivier Mira Armstrong
Metal Yoshida as Buccaneer
Yuki Okamoto as Miles
Reo Honda as Lin Yao
Yuria Kakizawa as May Chang
Raima Hiramatsu as Envy
Taisei Kusano as Gluttony
Ruito Aoyagi as Sloth / Darius
Yuki Kimizawa as Heinzel
Keita Oishi as Yoki
Ryuji Mori as Tim Marco
Tomoya Hoshi as Scar
Kenji Taniguchi as King Bradley
Shogo Suzuki as Zolf J. Kimblee
Naoto Kaji as Van Hohenheim / Father
Kosei Sakurada as suit actor for Alphonse Elric
Notable in this lineup are the dual casting for Roy Mustang, allowing for varied interpretations of the flame alchemist's complex morality, and the versatile performance by Naoto Kaji, who embodies both the enigmatic Father and the brothers' distant progenitor, Van Hohenheim. The suit actor for Alphonse ensures seamless physicality in scenes requiring the armored figure's imposing presence, a technical feat that has become a signature of the stage series.
While specific performance dates and venues have yet to be fully detailed, the production is slated for a run in major Japanese theaters in early 2026, following the pattern of previous shows that sold out rapidly. Tickets are expected to go on sale soon, with priority access likely available through official channels.
At its core, Fullmetal Alchemist The Stage 3rd Show honors the enduring legacy of the manga and anime, which has captivated global audiences with its rich storytelling. As Crunchyroll describes Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood:
Disregard for alchemy’s laws ripped half of Ed Elric’s limbs from his body and left Al’s soul clinging to a suit of armor. To restore what was lost, the brothers seek the Philosopher’s Stone. Enemies and allies – the corrupt military, the Homunculi, and foreign alchemists – will alter the Elric’s course, but their purpose will remain unchanged and their bond unbreakable.
This stage adaptation not only revives these themes for a new audience but also showcases the evolving artistry of live theater in adapting animated epics. With its blend of spectacle and sincerity, the show is poised to reaffirm why Fullmetal Alchemist remains a cornerstone of modern storytelling.
Sources: Official website and X account of Fullmetal Alchemist The Stage
