AKIRA KUROSAWA EXPLAINS HIS MOVIES AND YOGURT (WITH LIVE & ACTIVE CULTURES!)

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company and The Smithsonian present screenings of Seven Samurai and Walk Cheerfully, two films by legendary directors Akira Kurosawa and Yasujiro Ozu, showcasing their masterful storytelling and Western influences. These screenings lead into the upcoming production Akira Kurosawa Explains His Movies and Yogurt (With Live & Active Cultures!), running May 4 – June 1, 2025. Written by Julia Izumi, this play explores Kurosawa’s cinematic legacy, cultural imperialism, and his unexpected fascination with yogurt. Accessibility performances include ASL interpretation (May 25), open captions (May 17), audio description (May 29), and a mask-required show (May 22). Don’t miss this unique theatrical experience!