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Grand Hotel Broadway Original Cast


Based on the play Grand Hotel by Vicki Baum By arr. with the owner of the motion picture, Turner Entertainment Co. Full synopsis

Original Replacement

Original Cast


(the Confidante)
Hildegarde Bratts
Other Roles
Trudie
Kurt Krönenberg
Hanns Bittner
(Understudy)
The Gigolo
Werner Holst

(Scullery Worker)
The Chauffeur
Ernst Schmidt

(Scullery Worker)

(the Grand Concierge)
Other Roles
Sigfriede Holzhiem
The Hotel Courtesan
General Director Preysing
Saxonia Mills
(Standby)
Mark Jacoby, who portrayed Baron von Gaigern in the past Broadway production of Grand Hotel, has an impressive career with roles in iconic shows such as The Phantom of the Opera and Ragtime, and has received multiple nominations and awards for his performances. more...
Sandor

(the Impressario)
Mitchell Jason, known for his roles in films like Network and The Heartbreak Kid, was a talented actor who graced the stage in past productions such as Grand Hotel. more...
Georg Strunk
Witt (u/s)

(Bellboy)
Ken Jennings, renowned for his record-breaking achievements on Jeopardy!, brings his love for literature and movies to the stage in Grand Hotel, showcasing his diverse talents beyond the quiz show spotlight. more...
The Gigolo (u/s)
Willibald

(Bellboy captain)
Willibald
General Director Preysing, Saxonia Mills

(the Typist)
Jane Krakowski, who earned a Tony nomination for her role in Grand Hotel, is a renowned actress celebrated for her versatile performances across television and theater, including her award-winning portrayal of Carla in the Broadway musical Nine. more...

Charles Mandracchia, a versatile stage veteran, was part of the original Broadway cast of "Grand Hotel," and has since expanded his impressive career to include composing, producing, and earning five Emmy nominations. more...
Witt

(the Company Manager)
Wolfe Bratts

(Telephone Operator)

(the Lawyer)
Franz Kohl
The Chauffeur (u/s)
The Detective

(Scullery Worker)
William Ryall, who graced the stage in Grand Hotel, boasts an impressive Broadway resume including roles in Wicked, Chaplin, and Anything Goes, and has also showcased his talents with the NYC Opera in Most Happy Fella. more...
Erik
Erik (Front Desk)

Bob Stillman, a versatile performer with a Tony nomination for "Dirty Blonde," showcased his talents in "Grand Hotel" on Broadway, adding to his impressive list of stage credits. more...
Gunther Gustafsson

(Scullery Worker)
Walter Willison, known for his diverse contributions to theater, was part of the original cast of "Grand Hotel: The Musical," which featured music and lyrics by Robert Wright and George Forrest, with additional songs by Maury Yeston, and was directed by Tommy Tune. more...

Other productions of Grand Hotel

Production Team

Pierre Dulaine Choreographer
(Ballroom Choreography)
Jules Fisher Lighting Designer
Santo Loquasto Costume Designer
Yvonne Marceau Choreographer
(Ballroom Choreography)
Peter Matz Orchestrator
Otts Munderloh Sound Designer
Werner Sherer Hair Designer
Tommy Tune Director
Director/Choreographer
Choreographer
Tony Walton Scenic Designer

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