Moulin Rouge – The Musical at Kennedy Center Opera House

Revel in the addictive enchantment of Paris, France, at the 20th century's Belle Epoque in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Many years since its premiere on Broadway, this glittering jukebox sensation proceeds to leave crowds amazed as it visits the country's hottest venues, which includes a Friday 3rd July 2026 appearance at the Kennedy Center Opera House in Washington!

Explore the bustling Montmartre streets and pay a visit to the titular Moulin Rouge nightclub in a captivating fable of tragedies, vices, and love. Cross paths with the establishment's shining star of the night, the seductive singer Satine, and witness her blooming affair with Christian, an aspiring composer — from their mistaken chance encounter to a dramatic pledge against destiny itself. In 2 hours and 35 minutes, this adventurous production will delight you with its cast’s enthralling performances, giving life to a blissful era of Bohemian pleasures.
"Forbidden pleasures abound in this spectacular musical" - Ben Brantley, The New York Times.

With direction from Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge features a stellar book by John Logan, adapted from the Academy-awarded 2001 romantic film by Baz Luhrmann, and intricate choreography by Sonya Tayeh. Its music, on the other hand, comprises a varied collection of the most influential hits in pop culture, from Tina Turner’s “What's Love Got to Do with It” to Elton John’s “Your Song” to Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep.”

In 2020, the original Broadway stint earned instant critical acclaim, clinching ten Tony Awards, which include the sought-after Best Musical, two Drama League Awards, eleven Outer Critics Circle Awards, and five Drama Desk Awards. Today, the national tour aims to steal spotlights, capture hearts, and break box-office records — one stop at a time.

The hosting venue, the Kennedy Center Opera House of Washington, guarantees crowds a show like nothing else on Broadway, upheld by its state-of-the-art sound and lighting setups, with excellent views to a marvelous stage. Tickets are selling out — get yours today for Moulin Rouge! The Musical LIVE this Friday 3rd July 2026!