Megan Thee Stallion to depart 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' early
The Grammy-winning rapper is the first female actor to play the role of Zidler in the musical's history, and she will play her final performance Friday.
Summary
- Megan Thee Stallion will depart Moulin Rouge! The Musical May 1
- She was previously scheduled to perform as Zidler through May 17
- Eric Anderson returns as Harold Zidler May 19
- The actor playing the role in between has yet to be announced
Megan Thee Stallion will end her Broadway-debut run in Moulin Rouge! The Musical early, playing her final performance as Zidler at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre May 1. She was previously scheduled to perform through May 17.
"It’s been such an honor to be part of Moulin Rouge and I’ve met so many amazing people in this theatre!" Megan said in a statement. "Y’all work so hard and I have so much respect for the dedication, the stamina, the work ethic, the time and the effort y’all put into the work! Every single person at the Moulin Rouge has inspired me to go harder as an entertainer.
"I’m so grateful for the cast and crew that made this experience so meaningful. Y’all are really some of the kindest human beings I’ve ever met! To all the Hotties that showed up or planned to attend, thank you for supporting me during this incredible journey!”
The Grammy Award-winning rapper made history as the first female-identifying actor to play the role of Zidler — generally named Harold Zidler — in any Moulin Rouge! The Musical production worldwide.
As previously announced, Eric Anderson returns as Harold Zidler on May 19, and the actor playing the role from May 2-17 has yet to be announced.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has recently been extended on Broadway, playing its final performance on August 30 after a seven-year run.
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Photo credit: Megan Thee Stallion in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. (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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