Ensemble Stars! On Stage / THE STAGE (Ansute)

A stage play adaptation based on the highly popular idol-training production game by Happy Elements. Commonly known as "Ansute." Starting with its premiere "Ensemble Stars! On Stage" in 2016, the series has continued to expand, later renewing its title to "Ensemble Stars! THE STAGE." Its greatest feature is the seamless fusion of a theatrical play segment that depicts the story, and a full-scale live concert segment where the audience can cheer by waving penlights. Passionately portraying the idols' growth and the bonds between units, it has also spawned spin-off projects such as "Troupe 'Dramatica'," cementing its status as a highly popular series representing the 2.5D theater world.