On Tuesday, a press conference for the play "SEMINAR" was held in Tokyo. The production is the first starring stage role for NEWS member Shigeaki Kato (21), who described his character as being addicted to sex.

The play revolves around a special seminar about the powerful Medici family from the Renaissance era. Kato plays an American college student participating in the seminar, who sleeps with multiple women during the course of the story, including another student. The lead female role is being played by actress Natsuki Kato (23). Other cast members include Tomoya Nakamura (22), Aya Tabata (22), and Chikako Kaku (47).

"Seminar" was penned by American writer Lee Kalcheim. The Japanese production will be the play's first in the world. Performances are being held at The Globe Tokyo from May 17 to June 3, followed by a run at Osaka's Theater Drama City from June 9 to June 14.