I was hesitant of watching this anime, because it was based on theatrical theme. However, I am SO GLAD I watched it. One of the best anime I have seen ~ 【Story】Rating: 9 I really like how it shows Kokona's growth throughout the anime. From being unexperienced, to finally having confidence and becoming the lead star of the plays she was given/signed up for. It also shows how very experienced actors, and colleagues respect & are amazed at each other's talents. 【Art】Rating: 10 I loved the artwork. The eyes are so beautifully drawn, and when they activate their 'senses', the eyes lit up. I loved how they made thestage so breath taking. The expressions, and poses when they act are marvellous. Character designs are simple, yet memorable.
【Sound】Rating: 10 +
The voice actresses were awesome. The music blew me away. I loved the whole music album for this anime. I bought the insert song CD album because I love it way too much!
Top favourite songs are 'Farewell Song' / 'Masquerade' / 'Yumemi Zukiyo'.
Please check these songs out! (Of course all the songs in the anime are great too)
Also, I know that World Dai Star is also a game now. So they have multiple group units that have their music for the game play. I will be checking all the music related; because I think this franchise has really great music.
【Character】Rating: 8
I liked the characters. They all had different personalities and traits according to their 'senses'. The only issue I'd say are, that some characters ages were 11-13 years old. The anime didn't really portray their age well, as they seem way older. So that gave a bit of a weird feeling, knowing how young they were. Otherwise, I like the character growths, and the relationship bond between them.
Dugong the otter is adorable.
【Enjoyment】Rating: 10
Really enjoyed watching this. I will definitely rewatch again, especially the last episode! It's been a while since I had that doki doki & bittersweet feeling together. Like it feels bittersweet knowing it's the last episode and the anime is about to end. But it's so well animated, that the doki doki feeling lingers. Just mind blown.
【Overall】Rating: 10 +
I LOVE IT. Just go watch it! And listen to the music!