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Original Cast of "Hoy no me puedo levantar" Musical May Return for More Shows in Mexico
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Original Cast of "Hoy no me puedo levantar" Musical May Return for More Shows in Mexico

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The musical "Hoy no me puedo levantar" is celebrating 20 years in Mexico with its original cast, sparking demand for more performances.
  • Producer Alejandro Gou is negotiating with the cast, including Luis Gerardo Méndez and Fernanda Castillo, for potential additional shows in 2027 due to high public interest.
  • The current production is a commemorative show, not a revival, featuring original cast members and advanced technology, with Gou emphasizing that no original cast members will be replaced.

The hit musical "Hoy no me puedo levantar" is experiencing a surge in popularity as it marks its 20th anniversary in Mexico. The show, which originally premiered in 2006, has reunited its founding cast for a special commemorative season, and the overwhelming public response has producer Alejandro Gou considering an extension.

Gou revealed his intention to schedule more performances for 2027, acknowledging the cast's demanding schedules. "I have a meeting with them right now and we will try to get more dates, as they have very tight schedules," Gou explained. "Luis has a movie, a series; Alan too, Fer the same. If we do more dates, they will be next year."

I have a meeting with them right now and we will try to get more dates, as they have very tight schedules. Luis has a movie, a series; Alan too, Fer the same. If we do more dates, they will be next year.

— Alejandro GouDiscussing the possibility of extending the musical's run due to high demand.

Unlike a typical revival, this production is a special tribute to the original ensemble that defined the musical's impact on Mexico's theater scene two decades ago. Inspired by the songs of the Spanish group Mecano, the story follows two young dreamers in 1980s Madrid navigating love, fame, and addiction against the backdrop of the vibrant Movida Madrileña.

Gou stressed that the show is specifically designed around the original cast and ruled out replacements for any potential future dates. "This was made especially with the originals. Most likely, we will have dates next year, tour the Mexican Republic, and do about 10 more shows here at the Centro Cultural Teatro 1, but this season has to end first," he stated. He also highlighted the significant technological investment in the production, describing it as one of the most ambitious in Mexican musical theater history, featuring extensive LED screens, videomapping, and special effects.

This was made especially with the originals. Most likely, we will have dates next year, tour the Mexican Republic, and do about 10 more shows here at the Centro Cultural Teatro 1, but this season has to end first.

— Alejandro GouConfirming that the current production will not feature replacement actors for the original cast.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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