'Uta no Princess-sama' 3rd Anniversary Concert Cancelled
Uta no Princess-sama fans received sad news: the series' third anniversary concert has been cancelled. According to a report published by Anime News Network on August 20, this cancellation directly affects the celebrations of the project launched in 2023 as the female idol counterpart of Uta no Prince-sama. The concert was planned to celebrate the series' third year together with fans. However, the organization has not yet announced a reason for the cancellation or a new date.
To understand Uta no Princess-sama, one needs to look at the main series. Uta no Prince-sama originated as an otome game released by Broccoli in 2010. The series gained an international fanbase with its anime adaptation by A-1 Pictures in 2011; it is known for its fictional idol groups such as ST☆RISH and Quartet Night, and their music. The anime seasons, called the Maji Love generation, became one of the important cornerstones of its genre with their love-based story and J-pop songs.
Launched in 2023, Uta no Princess-sama embodies the "princess" side of this universe. The project, centered on female idol performances, aims to bring nostalgic fans of the main series and new viewers under the same roof. In such media projects, anniversary concerts are not just a celebration; they also serve as a showcase where new songs, seiyuu appearances, and future announcements are shared. Therefore, the cancellation decision has been a great disappointment for fans who have been following the project for three years.
Now all eyes are on official statements. A concert cancellation doesn't always mean the end of the project; the decision may have been made to postpone due to schedule conflicts or venue changes. The Uta no Prince-sama universe has marked countless stage events and music shows in the past. Fans should wait for an announcement of a new date or additional events from the official Uta no Princess-sama accounts in the coming days.
