Thanks to MINAM of FSU for the translation.

Fumie Suguri starred as the White Witch, in the "Chronicles of Narnia" DVD Release special ice show. The man next to her is comedian/writer (his book "Kage hinata ni saku" was a big hit) Gekidan Hitori. It was revealed that Gekidan Hitori and Suguri were childhood friends.

Suguri skated to "The White Witch", "The Battle" and "Spring". After that, Hitori showed up and attempted a Y-spiral and failed miserably.

In the talk show, Hitori and Suguri talked about their respective fathers being air pilots and lived in the same city in Alaska.

Hitori then suggested "Today, I came into Suguri-san's field. So, maybe next time we can form a comedy duo "Alaskers" and enter the M-1 Grand Prix (a competition for comedians), which Suguri quickly turned down... "No, I don't want to skate in THAT field (skate=suberu. Also means "Fail to make someone laugh".)

She recalled that "Hitori-san was weird in Alaska. He didn't even go on family trips because he "wanted to be alone." He sure was alone from that time." (Hitori means alone, one person in Japanese.) For this, Hitori praised her. "See? You sure have IT in comedy."


Details on the show

Buena Vista Home Entertainment explained "The first preview on the ice in Japan."

Suguri appeared as the White Witch and skated the world of Narnia for 8 minutes in 3 costumes.

"The first part is the world of ice, the world of the cold witch. Next, it presents strength using a sword. The last part is where I battle with Aslan the Lion."

"There wasn't much preparation time, so it was very hard. I did everything, from the costumes to the lights. It was difficult but worth it."

"Limited time didn't allow me to do more costume changes. However, I had a great time wearing hair accessories and using props, which I usually don't wear or use."

The surprise guest was comedian Gekidan Hitori. He appeared wearing a white mask and skated (and fell) and presented a bouquet to Suguri.

Hitori told the audience that "I taught Suguri-san how to skate." Suguri:" I'll let you believe that."
Hitori gushed over Suguri's performance. "Wow, so beautiful. I suggest all ladies do figure skating. If I have a daughter someday, I will make her take lessons."