La Machine du Moulin Rouge

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Whether you fell in love with the film or are a fan of the iconic architecture, don’t miss one of the greatest stage shows and most well-known landmarks in Paris.

Engross yourself in the glamour, mystique, history and luxury of the Moulin Rouge. Indulge in a traditional menu of fine French food before the curtain rises and a spectacular display of music and dance begins.

Visit the home of the French cancan dance which features chorus lines of women doing high kicks in bustling skirts. Opened in 1889 by Joseph Oller and Charles Zidler, the Moulin Rouge was nicknamed the “palace of women.”

The theatre embodied the optimistic Belle Époque movement spreading across Europe and provided a place where people from all walks of life could interact and experience an extravagant, risqué kind of entertainment. In more recent times, Ray Charles, Charles Aznavour and Elton John have performed here for special events. The nightly shows still focus on scantily clad women dancing. Bring children as young as 6 years old to the performances, according to your personal taste.

Enter beneath the famous red windmill, the “moulin rouge,” and proceed to the lavish auditorium. Take your seat beneath the billowing pinstripe ceiling and enjoy a multi-course candle-lit meal. While you eat, admire glamorous billboard covers from shows past adorning the walls.

With dessert finished, turn your attention to the stage. As the crowd slowly gathers, notice the gorgeous red velvet décor and spiraling golden motifs that flank the performance area.

When silence falls and the lights dim, sit back and enjoy the spectacular performance happening just a few feet from your table. Shows change every few weeks however, they are always a phenomenon of dance and song accompanied by handmade costumes of feathers, glistening sequins and rhinestones.

The Moulin Rouge is in the Montmartre area in the centre of Paris. Although this is the city’s red-light district, the bustling crowd of visitors here late into the evening keeps the atmosphere relaxed and friendly. The Moulin Rouge is open nightly with dinner served before two shows take place. Buy tickets in person or book online in advance to avoid disappointment. Dress elegantly you will not be allowed in wearing shorts or sneakers.

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Reviews of La Machine du Moulin Rouge

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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
2 Nov 2019

Lido is much better than Moulin Rouge, both shows have very classy topless ladies wearing G strings whilst dancing -but not sexy-classy and tasteful.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
31 Oct 2019

Nice to see from the outside but (unfortunately) we didn't get a chance to see a show!

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
17 Oct 2019

Ridiculous Prices

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
24 Sep 2019

Disappointed we couldn’t get tickets for the whole weekend we were there. I have visited before and it was excellent., my tip book in advance

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
9 Sep 2019

Couldn’t get tickets for the show but saw it from the outside. Lovely.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
21 Feb 2019

Fantastic show but there was a section with pythons so it's not for snake fearers!

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