Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: lovestage-tv.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez
All the world’s a stage, and for two boys the spotlight will shine brightly upon their stars in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, LOVE STAGE!! (?? ????, Rabu Suteeji, 2014). This romantic comedy series is directed by Kenichi Kasai (HONEY AND CLOVER, BAKUMAN) with series composition by Michiko Yokote (KOBATO, PRINCESS TUTU), art direction by Hirotsugu Kakoi (HATSUKOI LIMITED, KYOUSOGIGA) and animation production by J.C. Staff (DREAM EATER MERRY, THE FAMILIAR OF ZERO). Daydreamer Izumi Sena is the black sheep of his family. With a model for a mother, a singer for a father, and a brother who fronts one of the most popular bands around, you’d think Izumi would be destined for stardom. Despite being born into a family of stars, Izumi has no desire to be in the spotlight, and his only dream is to become a world-class manga artist. But in an unexpected turn of events, Izumi finds himself not only pulled onto the set of a commercial, but forced to dress as a girl! In case the situation wasn’t awkward enough, Izumi stumbles into his costar, the handsome Ryoma Ichijo, and it’s love at first sight. Or, at least it is for Ryoma, who is so convinced by Izumi’s costume, that when the shoot is over, he makes it his life mission to track down the “actress” that sets his heart aflutter. But when Ryoma discovers Izumi’s secret, will it be sparks that fly or fists? And will Izumi be able to avoid his destiny as a superstar, or will he be sucked into the same fame-filled life as the rest of his family? LOVE STAGE!! will be available soon through select digital outlets with a home video release to follow.
About Sentai Filmworks
Sentai Filmworks celebrates its 5th Anniversary as one of the fastest-growing anime companies in North America, producing hit series like PERSONA 4, GIRLS UND PANZER, DEVIL SURVIVOR 2, BODACIOUS SPACE PIRATES, MAJESTIC PRINCE and HIGH SCHOOL OF THE DEAD as well as high profile theatrical films such as GRAVE OF THE FIREFLIES, K-ON! and APPLESEED. Sentai Filmworks’ programs are distributed through Ingram Entertainment, Diamond Comic Distributors, Section23Films and Waxworks through retailers Amazon, Best Buy, Fry’s, FYE, Hastings, Sam Goody, Suncoast, The Right Stuf, Wal-Mart and other good and fine stores. Digital product offerings may be found at iTunes, Hulu, Netflix, Amazon, Zune Marketplace, Anime Network, Playstation Network, Android Market and YouTube.