'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' to close on Broadway in July
The 10-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical has been in NYC since 2019, and it will play its final performance at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre this summer.
Summary
- Moulin Rouge! The Musical will close on Broadway on July 26
- The show is adapted from Baz Luhrmann's movie musical about a writer and a showgirl's star-crossed romance
- The NYC production has played the Al Hirschfeld Theatre since 2019 and is Broadway's 36th-longest-running show of all time
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will play its final Broadway performance on July 26, nearly seven years to the day after its opening at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on July 25, 2019. At the time of closing, the show will have played 2,289 total performances, making it the 36th-longest-running show in Broadway history.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical is adapted from Baz Luhrmann's same-named movie musical about a writer and a showgirl who fall into a star-crossed romance at the title Paris nightclub. The stage show features a score that incorporates over 70 pop hits from the 1940s to the 2010s.
In 2021, Moulin Rouge! won 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Direction of a Musical (for Alex Timbers), Best Choreography (for Sonya Tayeh), and more. It went on to become the highest-grossing production in the history of the Hirschfeld.
The current Moulin Rouge! The Musical Broadway cast features Meg Donnelly as Satine, Christian Douglas as Christian, Bob the Drag Queen as Harold Zidler (through March 22), David Harris as The Duke of Monroth, André Ward as Toulouse-Lautrec, Ricky Rojas as Santiago, and Samantha Dodemaide as Nini.
“It’s truly been the honor of a lifetime bringing this exceptional show to Broadway," said producer Carmen Pavlovic in a statement. "We couldn’t have done it without Baz Luhrmann and [designer] Catherine Martin’s trust in allowing us to adapt their iconic film for the stage and for their creative guidance and generosity throughout. Alex Timbers’ vision and leadership, along with the passion and artistry of our entire creative team, has been unmatched.
"We’ve always said that Moulin Rouge! The Musical is a celebration of Broadway and of the artists who, against all odds, make it possible. We look forward to six more months of celebrating the remarkable people who created this show and those who perform eight times a week. And before we take our final bow, we have more exciting announcements that we can’t wait to reveal. See you at the Moulin Rouge, Chickens!”
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Photo credit: Christian Douglas and Meg Donnelly in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. (Photo by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade)
Frequently asked questions
What is Moulin Rouge! The Musical about?
Baz Luhrmann's hit film takes to the stage with more than 40 pop hits from the past 40 years. Behold a dazzling production with all the magic of the Moulin Rouge cabaret, where freedom, beauty, truth, and love are the bohemian way. Come what may, get tickets to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway today.
Where is Moulin Rouge! The Musical playing?
Moulin Rouge! The Musical is playing at Al Hirschfeld Theatre. The theatre is located at 302 West 45th Street, New York, 10036.
How long is Moulin Rouge! The Musical?
The running time of Moulin Rouge! The Musical is 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 intermission.
What's the age requirement for Moulin Rouge! The Musical?
The recommended age for Moulin Rouge! The Musical is Ages 12+. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for Moulin Rouge! The Musical?
Book tickets for Moulin Rouge! The Musical on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote Moulin Rouge! The Musical?
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has a script by John Logan, who adapted it from the film's screenplay by Baz Luhrmann and Craig Pearce. The songs have dozens of different composers and writers, as they are all existing pop hits from various decades.
Which pop songs are in Moulin Rouge! The Musical?
Moulin Rouge! The Musical contains some of the most famous pop songs included in the movie, like "Lady Marmalade," "Your Song," "Roxanne," and "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend." There are over 40 new additions as well, including "Bad Romance," "Rolling in the Deep," and "Toxic."
Is Moulin Rouge! The Musical appropriate for kids?
Moulin Rouge! The Musical is recommended for ages 12 and older due to mild sexual and sensual content. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Is Moulin Rouge! The Musical different from the movie?
Moulin Rouge! The Musical is slightly different from the movie — the show includes dozens more pop songs besides the ones that the original movie used. The plot and characters, though, remain the same.
Is Moulin Rouge! The Musical a jukebox musical?
Moulin Rouge! The Musical is a jukebox musical, containing more than 40 pop songs from the 1940s to the 2010s.
Who directed Moulin Rouge! The Musical?
Alex Timbers directed Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winning a Tony Award for his work. He's also known for staging Broadway musicals including Here Lies Love and Beetlejuice.
When did Moulin Rouge! The Musical open on Broadway?
Moulin Rouge! The Musical opened in June 2019 following a pre-Broadway run in Boston.
Is Moulin Rouge! The Musical good?
Moulin Rouge! The Musical won 10 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and is among the best-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide. Our five-star review reads, "Moulin Rouge! The Musical is in a league of originality and creativity all of its own; with a song stack of some 70 pop hits from the '40s to the present day, it is the ultimate jukebox show."
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