1789: The Lovers of Bastille (2023)
A sweeping Takarazuka Star Troupe production set against the flames of the French Revolution, where love and justice collide.
1789: The Lovers of Bastille - Movie Information
- Original Title: 1789 －バスティーユの恋人たち－
- Release Year: 2023
- Directed by: Shuichiro Koike
- Type: Movie
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- Production Companies: Takarazuka Revue Productions
- Production Countries: Japan
- Alternative Titles: 1789 -Bastille no Koibito-tachi- (JP)
1789: The Lovers of Bastille - Plot
Takarazuka Star Troupe 2023 production. The story is set in France in the latter half of the 1780s. Cracks are starting to appear in the rule of the once-flourishing Bourbon Dynasty. Uprisings by citizens burdened by excessive taxes are a common occurrence throughout the country. Ronan's father was shot to death by officers and his farmland taken away. He makes a desperate vow to take revenge for his father and to have his property returned. Leaving his hometown and heading for Paris, he encounters the young revolutionaries Desmoulins and Robespierre at their stronghold of Palais Royal. Having come into contact with their ideology, he now starts to put his hopes on the coming of a new era.
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1789: The Lovers of Bastille - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Shuichiro Koike
Main Cast
- Makoto Rei
- Maisora Hitomi
- Yuria Seo
- Chisei Akatsuki
- Shin Kiwami
- Hitomi Arisa
- Kizuki Yuuma
- Honoka Kozakura
- Ema Amahana
- Amato Kanon
1789: The Lovers of Bastille - FAQs
What is 1789: The Lovers of Bastille about?
The story follows Ronan, a young French farmer whose father is killed by royal officers and whose land is seized. Driven by grief and a hunger for justice, he travels to Paris and falls in with revolutionary figures like Desmoulins and Robespierre, finding hope in the promise of a new era.
Is this a Takarazuka Revue production?
Yes, 1789: The Lovers of Bastille is a 2023 production by the Takarazuka Revue's Star Troupe, one of Japan's most celebrated all-female theater companies. It's an adaptation of the acclaimed French musical originally created by Dove Attia, reimagined for Takarazuka's signature style.
Who plays the lead role of Ronan?
Makoto Rei takes on the central role of Ronan Mazurier, the passionate young farmer at the heart of the story. The cast also includes Maisora Hitomi as Olympe du Puget and Hitomi Arisa in the iconic role of Marie Antoinette.
How does this 2023 version differ from the 2015 Takarazuka production?
The 2015 Takarazuka production featured the Moon Troupe, while this 2023 revival is performed by the Star Troupe with an entirely new cast led by Makoto Rei. Each Takarazuka troupe brings its own distinct energy and performance style, making every revival a fresh experience for fans.
Who are the main cast members in this production?
The ensemble features Makoto Rei, Maisora Hitomi, Yuria Seo, Chisei Akatsuki, Shin Kiwami, Hitomi Arisa, Kizuki Yuuma, Honoka Kozakura, Ema Amahana, and Amato Kanon, bringing the revolutionary world of 1780s France vividly to life.
Who composed the music for this production?
The music was composed by Dove Attia, the French producer and composer behind the original 1789: Les Amants de la Bastille stage musical. His score blends pop and rock influences with theatrical grandeur, giving the production its distinctive and energetic sound.
What are some similar productions fans might enjoy?
If you loved this production, you might enjoy other Takarazuka works like Romeo & Juliette (2021), A Passage Through the Light featuring Robespierre (2018), FLYING SAPA (2020), or the earlier 1789: The Lovers of the Bastille (2015) — each showcasing the company's theatrical brilliance.
Who directed the 2023 Takarazuka production?
Shuichiro Koike directed this 2023 Star Troupe production. Koike is a prominent director within the Takarazuka Revue, known for his work adapting Western musicals and original stories for the company's unique all-female performance tradition.
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