TWICE Announces 'THIS IS FOR' World Tour with 360-Degree Stage

TWICE is set to kick off their new world tour titled 'THIS IS FOR' in July, featuring an unprecedented 360-degree stage setup. JYP Entertainment revealed the tour details on their official social media channels, including a poster and teaser video. This marks TWICE's sixth world tour, following their successful fifth tour 'READY TO BE,' which concluded last July at the Nissan Stadium in Kanagawa, Japan, making them the first female artist to perform there. The 'READY TO BE' tour spanned 27 locations with 51 shows, attracting 1.5 million fans and achieving sold-out performances at iconic venues like SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and MetLife Stadium in New York.

The upcoming tour promises to elevate the concert experience by removing the traditional boundaries between the stage and audience, allowing fans to enjoy TWICE's performances from all angles. The innovative design will create a more immersive atmosphere for concert-goers.

Notably, the tour will feature collaboration with Moment Factory, a renowned multimedia creative studio known for its work with global artists such as Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, and Madonna. Tarik Mikou, the studio's director, is recognized for his impactful show designs, while Mukhtar, who has experience in major performances including the Super Bowl halftime show, will also contribute to the tour's direction.

According to the tour poster, TWICE will launch 'THIS IS FOR' on July 19-20 at the Inspire Arena in Incheon, followed by performances in Osaka on July 26-27, Aichi on August 23-24, Fukuoka on August 30-31, Tokyo on September 16-17, Macau on September 27-28, Bulacan on October 4, Singapore on October 11-12, Sydney on November 1-2, Melbourne on November 8-9, Kaohsiung on November 22, Hong Kong on December 6, and Bangkok on December 13-14. The announcement also hinted at additional shows to be revealed soon.

The teaser video showcases a variety of vibrant stage scenes that align with TWICE's reputation for delivering visually and audibly stunning performances. Fans can expect explosive group performances as well as individual solo stages highlighting the unique charms of each member: Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu.

This summer, TWICE will continue to engage their global fanbase, with their highly anticipated fourth studio album 'THIS IS FOR' set to release on July 11 at 1 PM KST. Additionally, they will headline the Lollapalooza Chicago music festival on August 2, further solidifying their status as a leading global girl group.