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Photos: Marianna Gailus and More Star in HEDDA GABLER at Yale Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025

Yale Repertory Theatre is presenting Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler, the final production staged by James Bundy as the organization’s Artistic Director, after 23 years of leadership at Yale (where he has also served as Elizabeth Parker Ware Dean of David Geffen School of Drama). Check out photos of the production.

Marianna Gailus and More to Star in HEDDA GABLER at Yale Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025

Yale Repertory Theatre will present Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler, the final production staged by James Bundy as the organization’s Artistic Director, after 23 years of leadership at Yale. Learn more!

All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!

Mary Testa and More Complete the Cast for GALAS at Little Island
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025

Little Island has revealed the complete cast and creative team for Galas, the final production in their 2025 summer season starring countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo as 'Maria Magdalena Galas.' Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Video: First Look at Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs in MOULIN ROUGE!
by Michael Major - Jul 10, 2025

Moulin Rouge! the Musical on Broadway has released a first look at its upcoming stars – Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs! The new video features a first look at the pair in costume, counting down the days until their first performances later this month.

Ashley Loren and Christian Douglas Will Lead MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025

Ashley Loren and Christian Douglas will be Broadway’s next Satine and Christian, respectively, in Moulin Rouge! the Musical on Broadway. They join alongside Wayne Brady as Harold Zidler and Taye Diggs as The Duke of Monroth.

Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs Will Join MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 28, 2025

BroadwayWorld has just learned that stage and screen stars Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs will return to Broadway in Moulin Rouge! The Musical as Harold Zidler and The Duke of Monroth, respectively. We have all of the details here!

Robert Petkoff to Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Broadway veteran Robert Petkoff in the role of 'Harold Zidler' beginning this month. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Solea Pfeiffer & John Cardoza in MOULIN ROUGE!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 8, 2024

New cast members have joined the company of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, including Solea Pfeiffer, John Cardoza, and Pepe Muñoz. Check out first photos of the new cast in action here.

Photos: Aaron Tveit and Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2024

Check out new photos of Aaron Tveit and Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 1, 2024
by - Jul 1, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Video: Swinging from the Chandelier with Austin Durant
by Robert Bannon - Jun 28, 2024

Moulin Rouge takes all the glitz, glamor, story, and music and brings it to life! Leading the charge on stage eight shows a week, is this week’s guest, Austin Durant! He wears the top hat and sings “Chandelier” eight shows a week! Watch the full interview in this video!

Video: Austin Durant Makes Triumphant Return as Harold Zilger in MOULIN ROUGE
by Lauren Hilton - May 15, 2024

Last night, Moulin Rouge! The Musical welcomed Austin Durant back as Harold Zidler; Durant originated the character for the North American Tour and performed the role on Broadway in 2019. Watch a video of his first curtain call since being back!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 9, 2024
by - Apr 9, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 9, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Austin Durant Will Return to MOULIN ROUGE! With Hailee Kaleem Wright Joining the Cast
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2024

Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Austin Durant as Harold Zidler beginning Tuesday, May 14 at Broadway's Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Kennedy Center
by Shelby Tyler - Aug 8, 2023

What did our critic think of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Kennedy Center? When you step into Moulin Rouge! The Musical, reality melts away. You are transported somewhere lush, sensual, and dazzling; the allure of seductive and passionate Parisian romance whispers to you through every catch of light. It’s impossible to not feel a part of the story from the second you walk into the theater.

Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer to Star as 'Satine' in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2023

Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer will step into the role of Satine in the North American Tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical from July 18 through September 24.

Broadway Beyond Louisville Review: Broadway in Cincinnati presents MOULIN ROUGE! at the Aronoff Center
by Taylor Clemons - May 23, 2023

In 2001, Baz Luhrumann's film welcomed the world to the Moulin Rouge. The film is credited as part of the resurgence of movie musicals in the early 2000s, and continues to be an audience favorite. After whispers of a stage adaptation for years and years, the dream became a reality in 2018 with an out-of-town tryout in Boston.  Moulin Rouge finally opened on Broadway in the Summer of 2019, as an instant hit. That Broadway season was cut short in March of 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but when the season resumed in the Fall of 2021, it was nominated for 14 Tony Awards (winning 10, including best musical). The show finally embarked on its highly anticipated national tour in 2022.

Review: MOULIN ROUGE! at the Aronoff Center
by Ana-Brit Asplen - May 21, 2023

Moulin Rouge! is based on the 2001 Baz Luhrmann film of the same name and originally starred Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman. Known for its somber tale and use of modern music in a vintage setting, the story and its elements translated extremely well to the stage while also being different enough to appreciate the stage musical in its own right. The updated music for a 2023 audience, a strong cast and crew, and a tale of desperate, devoted love all make this production Moulin Rouge! excel beyond the surface of the fantasy.

Review: MOULIN ROUGE! Is a Thrilling Spectacle
by Nicole Ackman - May 8, 2023

The cast of the musical Moulin Rouge! has a difficult task. The beloved 2001 movie directed by Baz Luhrmann has achieved near-cult status. Its cast included Ewan McGregor, Nicole Kidman, and Jim Broadbent, all at the top of their game. A musical based on a film so iconic has a lot to live up to.