After opening on Broadway last week, it has been confirmed that Moulin Rouge! The Musical is heading to Australia.
Global Creatures' Gerry Ryan and Carmen Pavlovic, and Victorian Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Martin Pakula, announced today that the production, based on Baz Luhrmann's 2001 film, will open at Melbourne's Regent Theatre in 2021.
“It was an honour for our Australian born company to premiere a new musical on Broadway and receive such a warm reception from critics and audiences alike," Ryan and Pavlovic said.
"We’re thrilled to bring Moulin Rouge! The Musical home to Melbourne, the heart of fashion, art and culture, in 2021. The show’s artistic ethos of ‘Deluxe Maximalism’ is reflected in its opulent set, costumes, music and choreography making it a perfect match with the grandeur of the Regent Theatre.
"We’re grateful to Premier Andrews, Minister Pakula and the Victorian Government for their support and determination to bring the show to Melbourne. Their vision for the city’s cultural experiences sits at the heart of the show’s artistic ambition and values.
"We feel certain that Melbourne and Moulin Rouge! The Musical will together make a memorable event for audiences and become a defining moment in the show’s international life.”
