Tokio Hotel conquers the theater: New production in Magdeburg!

Discover the story of Tokio Hotel, founded in Börde, and its influence on the music scene since 2005.
Discover the story of Tokio Hotel, founded in Börde, and its influence on the music scene since 2005. (Symbolbild/NAG)

Tokio Hotel conquers the theater: New production in Magdeburg!

What an exciting news from the world of music and theater! From September, the piece "Cry as loud you can" will be performed in the Magdeburg theater from September, which is inspired by the impressive history of the German band Tokio Hotel. The band, which was founded in Magdeburg in 2001, has developed into an international phenomenon over the years and mixed up the music world. But let's start from the front.

In 2005, Tokio Hotel experienced a resounding success with her hit "Through the Monsun". Bill and Tom Kaulitz, the twin brothers from Loitsche, became superstars overnight. The song not only reached number 1 on the German charts, but also internationally great recognition, which led to the publication of an English version. Tokio Hotel sold over 10 million records worldwide and the first records were awarded platinum in 60 countries, which consolidated their status as teen icons. It was the beginning of a remarkable journey that continues to this day. Volksstimme reports that the history of the band forms the basis for the piece in the theater.

the beginnings and the breakthrough

The twins Bill and Tom started dreaming of fame at the tender age of nine years. At the age of twelve, they founded the band Tokio Hotel together with the drummer Gustav Schäfer and the bassist Georg Listing. Her stepfather, Gordon Trümper, actively supported her in her musical development can be seen from the Goethe-Institut . Incredible what has become of these four teenagers!

The influence of Tokio Hotel is not just limited to music. The band is often seen as a voice for a younger generation that questions sexual identity and masculinity. Bill Kaulitz has come out as a queer and openly shares his experiences, which makes him a role model for many. The band is now prefering not to forget their roots in Magdeburg while touring internationally.

The play and the future

The premiere of the play "Shry as loud you can" is eagerly awaited. The dramatic story, which plays in the context of the band history, will bring the challenges and triumph of Tokio Hotel on stage. Newdocs illuminates in a film about the band how the price of success and love for music are inseparable. The spectators can look forward to an exciting and moving performance.

Almost 20 years after her sensational debut, Tokio Hotel experience a kind of second spring - as a music group, podcaster and producers. The return to the stage not only brings nostalgia with it, but also innovative work that the band reinterprets again and again. It remains exciting how the next chapters will develop in the history of this impressive volume.

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