Broadway's Award-Winning Moulin Rouge! Musical Comes to Charlotte, March 19-31

The Broadway musical, Moulin Rouge!, is scheduled to run in Charlotte from March 19 to March 31. This show is a reinterpretation of Baz Luhrmann's 2001 film and is recognized for its distinctive style. The stage version, directed by Alex Timbers, has received positive reviews for its visual appeal and has won 10 Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

Dawn Fenton, the production stage manager, emphasized the detailed work that went into the musical arrangements. Justin Levine, who won a Tony for his work, arranged over 70 songs for the show. Many of these songs were not in the original film as they were written later. The musical features songs from various artists, as well as original music from the film.

The musical is set in a Parisian cabaret and, like the film, offers a lot of action. Fenton assures that the staging is done thoughtfully to direct the audience's attention. The opening number is particularly engaging, allowing the audience to decide where to focus.

The costumes are another notable aspect of the show. They were created without concern for cost, with some gowns being quite expensive. The lighting, which earned Justin Townsend a Tony, is another feature that Fenton suggests audiences should notice.

The touring production of Moulin Rouge! involves a large team, including 34 cast members, 12 musicians, two music directors, and four stage managers. The entire crew, including prop, wardrobe, lighting, and sound teams, travels with the show. The show also includes more dance storytelling than the movie, with Sonya Tayeh winning a Tony for her choreography. Despite the demanding nature of the production, Fenton finds the show continually engaging.

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