March is shaping up to be a phenomenal month for Sailor Moon fans across North America. With a highly anticipated stage show tour, new merchandise collections, and the return of the classic anime to television, fans of the beloved magical girl series have a lot to look forward to. Here’s a breakdown of all the exciting developments.
Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live Tour
The biggest news for Sailor Moon enthusiasts is the arrival of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live, a spectacular 2.5D stage musical, for an extensive tour across North America. This isn’t just any stage show; it’s a visually stunning production that brings the beloved characters and story to life with action, music, and heartfelt moments.
Tour Details
The tour is set to kick off with preview performance on March 12th in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, before its official opening on March 15th in Austin, Texas, coinciding with the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival. The show will then make its way through nearly 20 cities across the United States before concluding in New York City in late April.
Here is the full list of cities where the musical will be playing:
- March 12: Pittsburgh, PA – Byham Theatre
- March 15: Austin, TX – Bass Concert Hall
- March 18: San Antonio, TX – Majestic Theatre
- March 19: Sugarland, TX – Smart Financial Centre
- March 25: Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre
- March 27: Spokane, WA – First Interstate Center
- March 29: Portland, OR – Keller Auditorium
- April 1: Dallas, TX – Winspear Opera House
- April 3: Midland, TX – Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center
- April 6: Minneapolis, MN – Orpheum Theatre
- April 8: St. Louis, MO – The Fabulous Fox
- April 11: Dayton, OH – Schuster Center
- April 13: Louisville, KY – The Kentucky Center
- April 15: Chicago, IL – Chicago Theatre
- April 16: Milwaukee, WI – Riverside Theatre
- April 18: Newark, NJ – NJPAC
- April 22: Philadelphia, PA – Miller Theater
- April 25-26: New York, NY – Palladium Times Square
A Unique Stage Experience
Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live is designed with international audiences in mind, featuring more action than dialogue, and is performed in Japanese with English surtitles projected above the stage. The musical adapts the “Dark Kingdom” story arc, featuring the evil Queen Beryl, and promises a captivating experience for both long-time fans and newcomers to the series. The production is directed and written by Kaori Miura, with music composed by Go Sakabe and KYOHEI, and choreography by Satomi Toma.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the tour will go on sale to the public starting January 31st, 2025. Exclusive pre-sales will also be available through the show’s official fan group before the general sale. Due to the high demand, especially after previous performances in New York City and Washington, D.C. sold out quickly, fans are advised to keep an eye out for presale information to secure their spots. Ticket prices are expected to range from $30 to $120, with VIP packages also available.
New Merchandise Collections
In addition to the live show, several new Sailor Moon merchandise collections are hitting the shelves, ensuring fans can express their love for the series through various apparel and accessories.
Hot Topic Winter Collection
Hot Topic launched its Winter 2025 Sailor Moon collection, featuring seven clothing items and one bag. The collection, released online on January 4th, 2025, and in stores on December 24th, 2024, includes shirts, skirts, shorts, hoodies, and a standout 90’s anime-inspired faux leather jacket. Currently, the collection is being offered at a 20% discount, making it a great time for fans to grab their favorite items.
BoxLunch Winter Collection
BoxLunch has also released a new Sailor Moon collection for winter 2025, with eight clothing items and three bags. The collection was released online on January 9th, 2025, with some pieces arriving in stores in mid-December 2024. Key items include the “Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crisis Moon Compact Crest Knit Sweater,” “Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon SuperS Women’s Varsity Jacket,” “Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Rhinestone Kaleido Moon Scope Cropped Women’s T-Shirt,” and more.
Other Merchandise
Beyond these collections, fans can also find a variety of other merchandise, including:
- Sailor Moon: Miracle Romance Shining Moon Powder: The seventh installment in the Creer Beaute’s Shining Moon Powder series, is set to be released in February 2025.
- Various apparel and accessories: Numerous online retailers and stores offer items such as hoodies, t-shirts, tote bags, hats, mouse pads, mugs, blankets, shower curtains, and custom shoes.
Sailor Moon Returns to Television
For those looking to relive the classic adventures of Usagi Tsukino and her fellow Sailor Guardians, Sailor Moon is returning to Toonami’s Saturday night block. Starting January 25th, 2025, the anime will air at 3 a.m., offering a chance for older fans to reconnect with the series and for a new generation to discover its magic. This revival is also a great opportunity for fans to re-engage with the original series before the musical tour kicks off.
Other Exciting Developments
Fans can also look forward to these additional developments:
2025 Calendar
A special Sailor Moon calendar for 2025 features the classic 90s anime artwork. The calendar showcases different characters for each month, including Sailor Mars and Sailor Pluto in February and Sailor Venus and Sailor Jupiter in March.
Blu-ray & DVD Release
Crunchyroll is planning a Blu-ray and DVD release of the anime series in 2025. While a specific release date is yet to be announced, this is excellent news for fans who want to own physical copies of the show.
Conclusion
With a major theatrical tour, new fashion collections, and the classic anime back on television, March 2025 is poised to be a month of pure magic for Sailor Moon fans in North America. Whether you’re a long-time devotee or a new recruit to the Sailor Guardians, there’s never been a better time to immerse yourself in the world of Sailor Moon. Make sure to mark your calendars, secure your tickets, and get ready to experience the power of the moon!
