HIDIVE has officially announced the English dub cast for the anime "The World Is Dancing." This dubbed version is aimed at fans in North America and other English-speaking regions. A total of 22 cast members are participating, with audio engineers like Keegan Daleo responsible for the overall sound quality.
Main Cast of the English Dub
According to HIDIVE's announcement, Melissa Molano will play the role of Oniyasha, Rex Rosario will voice Hifumi, and Ty Mahany will take on the role of Hosokawa. Additionally, Scott Gibbs and Tyler Galindo are among the voice actors who will portray numerous characters. Kyle Colby Jones is the director, with the script written by Kalin Black.
The Anime "The World Is Dancing" and Its Background
"The World Is Dancing" is set during the Nanboku-cho period in 1374 and follows the story of a boy named Oniyasha, born into a family of Sarugaku performers. Enthralled by the allure of dance, he ultimately becomes a pivotal figure in shaping Noh theater and making his mark in history. The anime premiered on Tokyo MX, and it is already available for pre-broadcast streaming on HIDIVE.
The original work is a manga by Kazuto Mihara, which was serialized in Kodansha's 'Morning' magazine. It began serialization in 2021 and concluded in 2022. The English version is digitally distributed by Kodansha USA Publishing.
HIDIVE's Distribution Strategy for the Dub Version
HIDIVE is focusing on delivering dubbed versions as part of its strategy to compete with other animation platforms. This anime was also screened at the global event "Anime Expo," serving as part of a marketing strategy targeting international audiences.
