This is what it takes to be a Moulin Rouge

[@deo3367]

I was in line for the Moulin Rouge and started talking with a woman. Her daughter was in the show (she was from Australia) and she told us all about the process for her daughter. The mother was OVER THE MOON her daughter got into the show. She even told us where her daughter was in one of the segments of the show. Omg. The girl waved to her mom and she was so excited. ❤❤❤ it was an amazing time!

[@Gio-bh3uc]

What a lovely story!

[@kristingallo2158]

Id be embarrassed if my parents were watching me half dressed in full spread.

[@moriqana3679]

@@kristingallo2158 just say you're a stiff body and go!

[@kristingallo2158]

@@moriqana3679 Naw, I just have a thing called morals. And I do think it's rather odd people would want to see their daughters in sexually explicit positions.

[@kristingallo2158]

@@moriqana3679 Grooming is real. And lack of boundaries is a big sign

[@emleighan8876]

Okay but 4 hours straight of dancing a routine that complicated with multiple difficult quick changes is InSANE.

[@rvcrashing]

they do two shows per day so it’s not 4h straight, they have a pause in between

[@sullendragon8900]

Those outfits look heavy, too, and the heels on top of it all.

[@emleighan8876]

@@rvcrashing oh I didn't know that Still very impressive but I'm glad they have a break too

[@emleighan8876]

@@sullendragon8900 the heels kills me, I know when I wear pumps if I take them off my feet swell and I can't fit back in... I wonder if they have larger-sized shoes as the performance goes on?

[@greenbeantm1096]

@@emleighan8876I know that’s a thing that some ballet dancers en pointe do so maybe

[@Lemonz1989]

Wow, I never thought that I would be deemed too short for anything as a 6’2” man, lol.

[@lizxu322]

Not even to be a pro basketball player?

[@therealm1les]

@@lizxu322 the shortest nba player ever was 5’3

[@WhitneyDahlin]

‼️I also just wanted to mention that this show originally took place wayy before underwear for women existed. So they were doing all of these dances and kicks with their skirts flying up without wearing any. Which is why the show was so popular 😂

[@leiajiang7877]

I'm in the same boat, I'm 5.7 lol.

[@lizxu322]

@@therealm1les giving kurokos basketball vibes lol

[@mariamendes8343]

When she said the minimum height required... A knife went straight through my heart. My pride shattered into a million tiny little pieces.

[@JW-hn5nt]

:(

[@arefkr]

Same here 😂

[@berng.1092]

😅

[@Bttrycd]

I will never understand that hight requirement thing 😅 I did ballet for 7 years and left cause I couldnt get any roles due to being under 5'8" (seems to be the universal requirement 🤔)

[@arefkr]

@@Bttrycd They want you to be seen from afar 😀

[@crunchynoodle1397]

We not gonna talk about their about their amazing abs?!

[@brianamartinez1469]

Amazing everything! Her physique is strong and flawless!

[@Deebnoff]

That's what I was about to talk about 😂

[@VampireSock]

Dancers will have major abs

[@ashurasama]

Dancers need muscles, especially in the abdominal region because that's what maintains balance when everything else is moving.

[@dr.albantross1686]

If you high performance dance for a living you’re bound to look like that.

[@klarasmetana3136]

You have to appreciate/respect it, these girls are proper athletes.

[@kimlarge4077]

A change in 2 minutes??? Those girls possess a special ability 💕

[@itsbeebaby]

That is WORK. That is ART. I hope the performers get some downtime to rest themselves between shows. ❤

[@ajaxcr]

They all look so tired

[@markie_p]

Me as a 5’6 man who’s never been interested in anything like this: 😔

[@spamtownhamilton6200]

As a 5'6" woman who's never been interested in anything like this either: SAME

[@TaurusMoon-hu3pd]

Fwiw, to me, any man over 5'8 is too tall. I love 5'-5 to 5'-8 on a man.

[@markie_p]

@@TaurusMoon-hu3pd I’m gay so it doesn’t really affect my dating life much luckily.

[@TaurusMoon-hu3pd]

@@markie_p That's awesome! 💗Tallness is way overrated!

[@darkacadpresenceinblood]

same as a 5'1 woman😭

[@llaattredhead]

I was at the show girl for many many years and had the absolute honor dancing, and singing on some of the most beautiful stages, I loved my life as a showgirl. It was tough but we loved it. Yes long rehearsals long shows and sometimes 12 shows a week. I will never forget it, I still dance and sing professionally just not as the show girl however I sometimes get the chance here and there. It's a great life and I hope I can do it as long as I possibly can on and on and on, yeah show girls yeah show girls

[@kimthreadgold2755]

My God the shape you have to be in. Congrats keep going

[@angelikalaser7778]

I would love to know how much the dancers are paid. Bet not enough for all the hard work and years of training

[@llaattredhead]

Yes you are correct rarely do we get paid what we were worth, rehearsal time and as much and many shows that we do. But we absolutely love it. It's getting better, whether you are union or non-union I think it's getting better. I continued to perform and try to make what we are worth. But I pray I will never stop performing, it's truly touches my heart. It's what makes me tick;!!

[@angelicajacobs584]

Who wants to open our own moulin rouge for shorties?

[@freshgirl8329]

✋😂

[@guppy1821]

✋🏼

[@PrincessNinja007]

It already exists and it's called the Rockettes and every ballet company 😢

[@lilbears]

​@@PrincessNinja007ballet loves tall and skinny what are u talking about and the Rockettes requirement is still 5,5 which isn't even that short the average height for a female is 5,4 😅

[@koya326]

I’m 4 10 sooooo

[@ronnievinsmoke]

The costumes are stunning!!

[@isabellrc]

A Dancer can be the most beautiful artist to watch…

[@paulanicoleoxley1740]

Only Dancers will know, and understand... the dedication comes from a true love.

[@ox3ee]

John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, he sent his one and only son so that whoever believes in him won't die, but have eternal life." Jesus does love you, he will save you, he will get you out of crap, with him, you don't have to worry about anything, have faith in him. God bless you in Jesus's name, amen brother, love yall ✝️🙏🏻

[@CloudySunflowerfield]

So beautiful, these women are magical in my eyes. Such beauty and talent.

[@shiny2423]

I've been to the Moulin Rouge and seen the show. Absolutely fantastic!

[@shayelea]

One thing to know about this show is that it is VERY topless - or at least it was when I went in 2017. They don’t show those clips or photos online but I swear these were probably the only costumes they could show. I took my mom and she was kind of mortified. There was one costume where literally everything was covered EXCEPT the boob cut-out 😂 It was really cool and definitely worth seeing, but…make sure you know what you’re getting into before you invite people!

[@rvcrashing]

i don’t know why it is surprising considering the roots of cabaret. What are cabarets like outside of france ? bc us french people are raised associating cabaret to nudity

[@shayelea]

@@rvcrashing I’m not sure there are any cabarets where I live. Probably the closest is burlesque, which is generally not completely undressed either on top or bottom. There are strip clubs, of course, but those are not generally thought of as artistic. (Regardless of the skill required, most people aren’t going to consider taking their mom to a strip club.) The whole reason I went looking for the info was that I suspected there would be nudity given the history of the venue, but nothing I saw stated or even suggested it. I think a person without knowledge of the history could see this video and easily come away with the impression that the artists would be fully clothed the entire time, which is why I commented.

[@platystrophia]

Thanks for the heads up! I was thinking of Vegas and didn't anticipate this!

[@tiffanyhood8002]

Still the same today

[@starrynightsleep]

@@rvcrashingyeah as an American dancer I've grown up associating cabaret with nudity as well. Idk. I think it's common knowledge & this person probably just didn't know

[@laprepper]

God bless all the beautiful, hard-working dancers in this world❤

[@humptydumptyisme2509]

As a 5'10 girl good to know i could do this

[@CrustyUgg]

Takes more than just being tall...

[@humptydumptyisme2509]

​@SweetiePieVibes just think for a second and realize that you sound soo dumb ofc it takes more than just being tall dawg that much is obvious

[@misfitr]

me too as a 5"11 nonbinary. im an ex gymnast though, i should have been a fkn cancer!!@

[@patricewilcox792]

DEFINITELY ARTISTS 🎉

[@TheOrginalPrincessColey]

There goes my 5’2” dreams of being a Moulin Rouge dancer 😂

[@MegaTinni]

Shorter girls typically can audition for Disney princesses. The tall girls are left out there.

[@lizzyschmidt8429]

Fascinating glimpse of their lives as dancers.👯

[@TheSummerStrawberry]

my short little heart is sobbing right now

[@jalyssa0048]

The world is made for short people.

[@jojo-xy3dn]

@@jalyssa0048in what way??

[@jalyssa0048]

@@jojo-xy3dn planes, cars, dresses, need I go on?

[@theblondeone7771]

One day I will be back to Paris to experience this masterpiece.

[@ox3ee]

John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, he sent his one and only son so that whoever believes in him won't die, but have eternal life." Jesus does love you, he will save you, he will get you out of crap, with him, you don't have to worry about anything, have faith in him. God bless you in Jesus's name, amen brother, love yall ✝️🙏🏻

[@anam5846]

This was the best performance I saw in my entire life! Love Paris

[@i_bleed_makeup1187]

Jesus, she's STUNNING!

[@emma_nutella58]

Been a former casual dancer I have nothing but respect for professional dancers

[@ox3ee]

John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, he sent his one and only son so that whoever believes in him won't die, but have eternal life." Jesus does love you, he will save you, he will get you out of crap, with him, you don't have to worry about anything, have faith in him. God bless you in Jesus's name, amen brother, love yall ✝️🙏🏻

[@Sarsiegirl]

I auditioned for the Moulin Rouge and got to do a master class with some of the dancers back in my dancing days when they came to Australia for auditions, I only auditioned for fun and to say I did it as I’m 13cms too short (162cms, 175cm is their minimum!)

[@lizziecross8149]

My parents took my siblings and me when I was in middle school. I loved it.

[@misfitr]

isnt it like. mostly nudity???

[@lizziecross8149]

@@misfitr I mean, ya, but it wasn’t like a typical strip show. It’s a lot of topless choreographed group numbers. I was the youngest, and it didn’t bother me. It’s just boobs.

[@sps6374]

@@misfitryes but it’s not sexualized or rowdy at all, there are tons of families with kids. It’s not “poetic erotica” like some numbers from Cirque du Soleil either. I went with my dad, stepmom, stepsister and step-grandma once, and with my mom another year… my mother is French so it’s normal for us, but even for my stepmother and her mom, who are Mauritanian, it wasn’t a big deal because it was an artistic show, with elaborate costumes, stages and choreographies, and very few things that may be seen as blatantly suggestive besides the obvious nudity. Grandma was very surprised, but not shocked or uneasy at all. I love burlesque too, but despite being less “fleshy”, I find it much more sensual).

[@misfitr]

@lizziecross8149 fair enough. i wasn't allowed to see it when i was 9, so i was just curious cus i havent been back to france since

[@awakeinthedream1111]

I love that everyone is tall! The performance must be so impactful 💗

[@absoluteharmony44]

Beautiful.

[@VetsrisAuguste]

Quick changes are very common in live theater, however a costume change allotted more than 90 seconds is not considered a “quick change”. Two minutes is a generous allotment of changing time, especially with help.

[@greenbeantm1096]

For their costumes it’s really not 😂 as someone who’s been both in theatre and competitive dance, dance costume changes are also usually difficult because there’s no zippers or buttons, just tight costumes you have to carefully get on without messing up your hair or makeup. I once had a top that I only managed to get on by myself once because I had 2 dances to change and my mom didn’t get back in time to help. Edit to add: we also often aren’t changing directly backstage. So my specific personal experience of having 2 dances (around 4-6 minutes typically but depends on what dances are happening) also has to include running down a hallway, carefully running down a set of stairs, and running to wherever your stuff was in the green room (not what dancers call it but I genuinely can’t remember what we called it 😂) and then running back after changing. In a competition setting like mine was, while also trying to not run into dancers from other teams who are also trying to change and/or get set for their next dance.

[@kkckoz144]

I was also thinking that a 2min time for a quick change was a very long time.

[@NoOne-bp2jw]

Whether it's a little or a lot of time depends on the costumes. Those costumes can't be easy to get in and out of.

[@VetsrisAuguste]

@@NoOne-bp2jw according to industry standards and union rules, 2 full minutes does not qualify as a quick change. The dancers and crew aren’t even allowed to call it a “quick change” casually. This is an important distinction because an artist’s salary and that of the crew is affected by how many quick changes they must perform in a show. In professional theater there are rules and definitions. These aren’t extraordinary circumstances from a dressing standpoint nor a performing standpoint.

[@janetfilger8326]

Ooo look Fabulous, Cherie !!❤❤❤

[@blanquiplayz9002]

I could never, I respect these girls, I'm glad I'm 5'1😭

[@lindashaw3796]

These women are incredible - fit, hardworking, committed to their art. Moulin Rouge ain't for sissies!!

[@graceroth3045]

Love all the feather looks!

[@amberv9424]

Honestly looks amazing

[@harbingersev-oh-wohne]

I love it when artistry of the highest caliber has standards

[@professionalboycottservice7872]

This is why this will never work in woke America

[@liz9147]

These aren't just dancers, they are artists and athletes.

[@starrynightsleep]

That's what all dancers are 🤨

[@arieltallen5732]

Spectacular show. Loved to see it live.

[@amirat.9805]

Saw it 3 times over the years and loved it. Food was excellent and the champagne 🥂 🍾 was always cold and sparkling ✨. Would highly recommend if you’re traveling through Paris.

[@SnowWhite717_]

I’ve been 5 times. Love it

[@luckypenny312]

amazing show!!

[@patriciajones4732]

Would love too see this live, brilliant costumes.👍❤️❤️❤️

[@cathalina326]

God bless all amen 🙏

[@XInfantryman]

The best of the best on stage

[@williamjones7163]

I saw the Moulon Rouge review in 1985. It's still one of the most memorable shows I have ever seen. The women were the most beautiful scantily clad ladies I had ever experienced. The men were extremely handsome and masculine for dancers. How are you gonna keep them down on the farm once they see Paris?

[@marinapowell8903]

I remember I went one time and managed to sit front row. It was absolutely insane and is such an art form

[@Raven-girl]

just impressive😮

[@saarthakpanda9143]

And for ALL that effort, how much do they get paid at estimate?

[@leahg.3393]

​@dimalicious888that's a VERY wide range

[@TwirlGirl2197]

I’m not sure of exact numbers but I know they’re paid well and I know the Moulin even has apartments for the newer dancers to live in until they can find somewhere else to live in Paris since finding housing in Paris is often difficult. I also know they’re treated well when it comes to food. Instead of being criticized for little swings in weight like ballet dancers often have to put up with, the Moulin encourages them to keep a more “womanly” figure.

[@Loralanthalas]

How much you paying for tickets while your bitching?

[@3katfox]

I'm assuming you're american so this may come as a shock but a lot of countries have requirements for businesses to pay livable wages.

[@momoe9349]

Oh...​@@3katfox

[@lincandence]

I saw it, money well spend. Amazing Show and amazing people on and off stage☆

[@_raines_backup_]

That’s beautiful ❤

[@arefkr]

I actually just came back from a cabaret show at Moulin Rouge. If you ever visit Paris, do yourself a favour and go see the cabaret. Then you will thank me for recommending it.

[@Liusila]

I went and it was very disappointing - outdated and not polished at all.

[@danysanerd2383]

I'm sure I won't thank YOU for recommending it arefkr you're just not that unforgettable 😅

[@Mckinley-mick]

​@@danysanerd2383Goddamn, really had to add that in 😂

[@timothyeisch3657]

I'm setting up for the moulin rouge, the musical, and the performing art theater of Appleton Wisconsin today and so far it's been an easy setup. Pretty interesting to see how all the stuff comes together and keep up the good work.

[@ghostqueen2082]

Disciplined beauty & synergy ❤💋👌

[@deedeejoseph6749]

Yeah I'm disqualified lol. I did the can-can dance with my sister as kids 💃🏾💃🏾 I miss those days

[@GodWokeMeUp]

When people tell me being that I'm crazy for thinking being short has limited my job opportunities... "but I couldn't ever be a moulin rouge dancer..." 😂

[@JetIshtar]

I desire to learn more. Cool! The fashion is 🔥🔥🔥😍😍😍

[@openingyouuptohappiness6288]

LOOK AT THOSE F* PACKS! Beautifully strong woman ❤

[@TheAngryYumm]

Reminds me of my ballet days. That rehearsal is so important.

[@victoriadiesattheend.8478]

So incredible. I fell in love with stage dancing of all kinds when I was still little and even pursued ballet until I was 14. But my height always meant I would never succeed. At 5'3 I would never have been a professional stage dancer (thought I might have kept on with ballet, still too short but those regulations are relaxed if you accept that you will never dance at a professional level). Still love to watch though! The most beautiful costumes 💗🌟

[@dianaparker4807]

I went to the Moulin Rouge in 1987 with my Mom. Good times!

[@scottrichards3587]

Still full of energy after 4 hours? Must be some magic white powder

[@biosparkles9442]

This is like, the only dance role I know of that requires women to actually be tall

[@mrsslibby6857]

Shorter requirements or preferences are usually more common in ballet from what I've seen. More contemporary styles of dance tend to be taller. For example, the Rockettes need to be between 5'5" and 5'10" but the lower end used to be 5'6" until recently. Granted, there are a lot of women over 5'10" so its nice to hear of a place where taller dancers might aspire to work 😅

[@misfitr]

​@mrsslibby6857 99% of women are 5'10 or shorter (off the top of my head) it sucks so bad that we constantly get masculinised

[@catherinesanchez1185]

Show girls in Las Vegas have to be very tall and STRONG because they often wear very elaborate heavy costumes . They also go top less alot too.

[@vivienmartin225]

No the top ballet companies require a good height as well

[@professionalboycottservice7872]

Transwomen are tall

[@JohnC-o8l]

These girls are amazing athletes. And incredible bodies. Very fit. Very beautiful.

[@carolynreese5977]

incredible

[@garybrown4449]

I'm in love

[@alinalindt4676]

I used to live in the neighborhood. Never went to check the show. Never had a wish to go. This is a XVIII - century "entertainment".

[@Chimerasite]

Never been inside but saw the building and a bit of the inside through the entrance last summer, super impressive already so can barely imagine how it looks inside

[@ramonaof12thdimension13]

that’s so cool!!!

[@Deebnoff]

What a dream 🥰

[@BlenderStudy]

Thank you for the update, Insider..!! I wonder how much they get paid..

[@Mormor25]

It has such an 80s feel about it

[@jahleajahlou8588]

Bucket List

[@lemonlavendercake]

Thank you for all dancer! I enjoyed the show, dinner and the server❤❤❤❤ but not the chair I sat

[@maritahauke6037]

fantastic 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤

[@goodbarbenie5477]

I was only 16 when we as a school tour landed in Paris, staying in an Hotel just a stones throw from the Moulin Rouge...I used walk past every evening just wishing I could just take a peep inside. 😊 But a little way down I was in pub having a beer and right next to me sat a mature lady. Who I started to chat to thinking she was one of the dancers...Seeing she rather dolled up...but unfortunately she was a lady of the night....😅 Whata a rush it was for me...😊😅😂. Anyways I did enjoy chatting to her in her broken English and me in my Non French. I was impressed of what I saw and heard. The French people are amazing as I found them to be very curious and corny at the same time...😊😅😂.

[@xXDarklyAngelXx]

I did dance as a kid, but by the time I was 13 I was suggested that I looked into other forms of dance then the route I was aiming to go because I simply wasn't as getting any taller as the others in my dance troupe even at my young age. And we tried to keep me in since I really loved it and just hoped I would get taller since my dad was so super sure I would take after his Italian side of the family and be like my aunt who is 6' , but it never happened, in fact I am laughably short. I took after my mom's Irish side and stand at 5'1 even at 27 now. I still love dancing but not as a professional since I couldn't get moved to another troupe after I age phased out of my last one since I couldn't meet the required height.

[@emilys5636]

“5’8 for women” LOL I FAILED ALREADY

[@CaptainKerr22SA2]

I love women, you all make things so colourful/beautiful, thank you for your hard work and effort ❤

[@penyarol83]

Meh, we do too much, the world doesn't deserve it

[@CaptainKerr22SA2]

@penyarol83 You all are a gift from GOO for us men. Please know your worth and continue giving 💯 per cent of yourself in love, and ultimately, you will get back what you send out 💖 GOD BLESS.

[@Evilmindy12]

I must go and support!

[@ahill4642]

Wild!

[@snakes_shadow3539]

You do know the reason the Moulin Rouge got so popular at the beginning? No? Look up the underwear women wore at the time. The Moulin Rouge of today is actually tamer than it used to be!

[@shanoia6349]

Yeah, they wear more fabric now People go to the Crazy Horse if they want to actually see something, it is way less elegant imo

[@snakes_shadow3539]

@@shanoia6349 It’s not more fabric. Might even be less. It's WHERE the fabric is, or isn't.

[@777violett]

I hope they’re getting paid well. Seems like a lot of work and effort.

[@xoxoheroinbby4084]

LADY MARMALADDDD

[@pennyscott4474]

I bet that it’s also a very requested role to help these dancers change into their outfits! They probably get paid well too. I did not know there’s about the Moulin Rouge. Very interesting.

[@AlliieBug]

I see the “aesthetic requirements”. They’re “blinding” 😂

[@genevarockeman9721]

Omg, some part of me would LOVE to be a dresser for just one week. Trial by fire art assistant ❤ why am I like this?

[@ericae.6547]

I didn’t know the moulin rouge was still going!

[@rs-mt6kl]

Glad there are other shorties out there who are sad, I agree we should open a shorties moulin rouge 😂

[@moviemusicjunkie007]

Oh La La.hard work, sports❤

[@renae9365]

I w been there, it was amazing.

[@PrincessNinja007]

Finally the talls win one!

[@high_maintenance]

I’m 5’8 i have to watch a live show now i love tall women ❤

[@tulipsalinger1410]

fascinating! XX

[@waynebrown312]

Dancers who know this is normal 😂

[@tondriasanders6306]

The show can’t be beat! If you ever have the chance to take in the show, I highly recommend it. I had so much fun.

[@Little.b.93]

"Comes off the stage at 1am, still full of energy..." Buggar off love, you ain't seen nothing till you been to closing time at the rave at 3am and everyone's dropping their last molly for the 6 mile dance home!

[@Magical_Trash]

Dayum, I’ve gotta go see this at least once 😆😆😆

[@lorihenrytaylor4438]

I was there in April!