Official promotional artwork for Halloween Horror Nights Academy: 15 Years of Screams.
DJ X and HamiKuma are the guest instructors at Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween Horror Nights Academy: 15 Years of Screams. The stage show runs September 11 through November 8, 2026, at Gramercy Park.
The show is set in a school that comes to life after dark, with zombie classmates arriving in torn uniforms for a horror-themed homeroom. Its theme brings together characters and music from 15 years of Halloween Horror Nights.
“Rat-tat-tat,” “Show” and “SO BAD” are among the songs in the Academy’s official show description, with the audience invited to dance and shout along.
Dates, location and age guidance
Performances take place at Gramercy Park, but hours vary by day. The schedule for a visit date can be checked about one week in advance.
USJ does not recommend the show for children ages 5 or younger. Guests ages 12 or younger require parental consent.
The scheduled run ends November 8. The event period is subject to change, so check the show’s daily listing when planning your visit.
Official character artwork
Official character artwork: Universal Studios Japan.