Series synopsis
Carrusel is a comedy drama family kids soap television series that premiered on Las Estrellas on January 19, 1989. It ended on June 1, 1990. It was created by Abel Santacruz. It stars Gabriela Rivero, Pedro Javier Viveros, Ludwika Paleta and Hilda Chávez.
Based on the 1966 Argentine telenovela *Jacinta Pichimahuida, la maestra que no se olvida*, the story centers on a group of second-grade students at the Mundial School. Together, they discover the ups and downs of life and seek to resolve their problems with joy and a lighthearted attitude, always with the help and affection of Teacher Helena, who was like a second mother to them.
Premise
Based on the 1966 Argentine telenovela *Jacinta Pichimahuida, la maestra que no se olvida*, the story centers on a group of second-grade students at the Mundial School. Together, they discover the ups and downs of life and seek to resolve their problems with joy and a lighthearted attitude, always with the help and affection of Teacher Helena, who was like a second mother to them.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Gabriela Rivero as Maestra Ximena Fernández
- Pedro Javier Viveros as Cirilo Rivera
- Ludwika Paleta as María Joaquina Villaseñor
- Hilda Chávez as Laura Quiñones
- Christel Klitbo as Valeria Ferrer
- Odiseo Bichir as Federico Carrillo
- Augusto Benedico as Don Fermín 1
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 358 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 358 | January 19, 1989 | June 1, 1990 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Starting the Second Year Jimena Fernández is chosen as the second-grade teacher at the World School. Once there she must guide her students in stopping sibling abuse, dealing with María Joaquina’s racist comments, and helping Carmen cope with her parents’ separation. |
January 19, 1989 |
| 2 |
Starting the Second Year Jimena Fernández is chosen as the second-grade teacher at the World School. Once there she must guide her students in stopping sibling abuse, dealing with María Joaquina’s racist comments, and helping Carmen cope with her parents’ separation. |
January 20, 1989 |
| 3 |
Pleasant Approach Teacher Jimena advises Carmen to let her feelings flow with Federico. Carmen is happy. Federico tries to reconnect with his family. Valeria ruins Jimena’s notebook, which she had been secretly copying. |
January 23, 1989 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Las Estrellas |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 19, 1989 |
| Last aired | June 1, 1990 |
| Runtime | 22 minutes |
| Status | Ended |
| Schedule | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at 18:30:00 |