Moulin Rouge! The Musical: What you need to know about the spectacular musical and how to find tickets

Learn more about this sensational adaptation of the film and plan your Moulin Rouge! The Musical West End trip

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In Baz Luhrmann’s glittering jukebox musical film, starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor, we follow a grand romance set in 1900 Paris. In a masterstroke, their story is soundtracked by modern pop hits, from Elton John and David Bowie to Madonna and The Police. It brings a historic tale bang up to date.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has become a lavish West End stage hit, inviting audiences into the famous nightclub to witness its star turn, Satine, fall in love with an aspiring artist and member of a bohemian group, Christian. She juggles the attentions of a wealthy but possessive patron, the Duke, on advice from club owner Harold Zidler.
The dramatic stage musical, which won 10 Tony Awards, recreates the most memorable songs and sequences from the film, including Lady Marmalade and El Tango de Roxanne. It also introduces exciting new songs, such as an epic medley featuring Lady Gaga and Britney Spears. It’s passionate, it’s naughty, it’s heartbreaking, and it’s simply spectacular!
You can find seats for Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Telegraph Tickets. It’s worth splashing out on good seats to be close to the action. Check Telegraph Tickets for the latest prices.
The larger-than-life roles in Moulin Rouge! The Musical have attracted dazzling talent, both in the West  End and on Broadway. Actors have excelled in the parts originally played on screen by Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor, Jim Broadbent and more.
The London cast is currently led by Tanisha Spring as Satine. Her past work includes Groundhog Day at the Old Vic, and West End shows such as The Prince of Egypt and Thriller Live. Playing opposite her, as Christian, is Dom Simpson, who previously starred in West End comedy The Book of Mormon.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has a script by Hollywood screenwriter John Logan (Gladiator, Skyfall), and is directed by the Tony and Golden Globe-winning Alex Timbers (Beetlejuice and Gutenberg! The Musical! on Broadway). Their glamorous production features astonishing costumes, sets, lighting and music, making this a night to remember.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical runs at the Piccadilly Theatre, which is situated right by Piccadilly Circus and in the heart of the West End.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical is 2hr 45, including an interval.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical is currently booking to September 28, 2024. 
Reflecting its mature content, the age recommendation for Moulin Rouge! The Musical is 12+. Children aged four or under won’t be admitted to the theatre.
Yes, the show runs some audio-described, captioned and signed performances. Upcoming dates can be found on the theatre website.
“This divinely decadent fantasia pulses with excitement, as the tireless company romps through Sonya Tayeh’s adrenaline and libido-fuelled choreography… A magnifique crowd-pleaser.” Read the full Telegraph review.
The West End production of Moulin Rouge! The Musical is currently booking until the autumn of 2024 (you can get tickets up until the end of September).
Not in the near future. You’ve got a few months to enjoy this hedonistic party of a musical. For now, you can still head to this fantasy Paris and enjoy seeing the whole theatre transformed into a red-velvet paradise, complete with the Moulin Rouge! The Musical’s famous windmill and giant elephant.
Definitely! Moulin Rouge! The Musical has been a big success with both critics and audiences, winning a whopping 10 Tony Awards and also scoring an Olivier for Catherine Zuber’s gorgeous costumes. It’s the best of the beloved film combined with the kind of thrilling musical experience you can only experience live at the theatre.