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Grand Hotel
"Grand Hotel" is a musical set in 1928 Berlin, depicting the varied lives of guests at a luxury hotel over a day-and-a-half. The Broadway production that opened in 1989 with Tommy Tune as director-choreographer earned rave reviews and went on to win five Tony Awards. The same show was later put on in London and Berlin as well. Suzukaze Mayo led the Moon Troupe in the Takarazuka Revue's 1993 production of "Grand Hotel." Tommy Tune was invited to direct and choreograph this Takarazuka version, which went on to win high acclaim. The Takarazuka Revue has invited Tommy Tune, who won the Special Tony Award at the 69th Tony Awards in 2015 for his many years of achievement, to serve as special supervisor as "Grand Hotel" returns to the stage at the outset of 2017, when the Moon Troupe's top star, Tamaki Ryou, will make her Takarazuka Revue debut.
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Plot Summary
Set in a luxurious 1905 Madrid hotel, the series follows the secrets and dramas of its wealthy guests and dedicated staff. Julio, a young waiter, infiltrates the hotel staff to investigate the disappearance of his sister, Cristina, who worked there. His investigation intertwines with the complicated lives of the Alcántara family, the hotel's owners, revealing a web of love, betrayal, ambition, and hidden truths.
Critical Reception
Grand Hotel (2017) is a remake of the original Spanish series (2011-2013). The Spanish series was generally well-received for its engaging mystery, period setting, and strong performances, becoming a popular export. The 2017 adaptation aimed to capture the same appeal, though critical reception for this specific iteration can be more fragmented due to its remake status and varying broadcast.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intriguing mystery and compelling plotlines.
Appreciated for its lavish production design and period atmosphere.
Noted for strong character development and romantic subplots.
Google audience: Audience reception for the 2017 version is less documented as a standalone entity, but the original series garnered significant praise for its captivating narrative and historical setting.
Awards & Accolades
The original 'Gran Hotel' series (2011-2013) received numerous awards in Spain, including multiple Premios Ondas and Fotogramas de Plata awards. The 2017 version is less noted for specific major awards.
Fun Fact
The 2017 Spanish production of 'Grand Hotel' is actually a remake of a highly successful original Spanish series of the same name that aired from 2011 to 2013.
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