Get ready, because the glamor of Broadway is about to combine with flow wildest in Texas. Yes, we are talking to you about Megan Thee Stallionthe winner of three awards GRAMMY and absolute queen of the charts, who has confirmed that she will make the jump to the charts of the Al Hirschfeld theatre to join the cast of ‘Moulin rouge!: The musical’. It is, without a doubt, one of the news that has shaken the foundations of the entertainment industry, promising to become the theatrical event of the year in New York City.
But be careful, because if you thought that Megan joins to play the romantic and idealist Satinyou are very wrong. The rapper has decided to enter through the front door taking on an unprecedented interpretive challenge: she will put herself in the shoes of Zidlerthe eccentric and powerful owner of the cabaret, a role that until now had only been played by men.
A historical milestone: The first Zidler woman
This signing is not only a marketing strategy that is at the level of the musical; but a milestone with which Megan Thee Stallion will become the first female performer in giving life to this character in any production of ‘Moulin rouge!’ on a global scale. Until now, the role of Zidler – who is the master of ceremonies and soul of the club – had been reserved exclusively for a few actors.
“Getting on the Broadway stage is an absolute honor. “I have always believed in seeking creative challenges and theater is an opportunity that I am very excited about.”the artist has declared. Megan will take over from the hands of another iconic figurewhich will end production on March 22. But be careful, because the permanence of the rapper in the musical is presented as a temporary event of eight weeks: from March 24 to May 17.
Will ‘Savage’ be played between cancans?
One of the great unknowns (and hopes) of fans is how the musical’s repertoire will be adapted for the arrival of Megan Thee Stallion. The producers have already released some pearls to feed the hype confirming that the function will include a touch of music from their own iconic catalogue.
Can you imagine a mashup of ‘Body’ with the rhythms of Paris in 1900? Or to Zidler introducing the verses of ‘Savage’ while presenting to the diamond dogs? The proposal is as risky as it is fascinating and seeks to attract a young audience before the musical brings the curtain down definitively on July 26 a Broadway.
An end to the party in style!
This incorporation of Megan It is part of the great farewell celebration of ‘Moulin rouge!: El musical’ after enjoying seven years of overwhelming success. Carmen Pavlovicproducer of the show, has been very clear about it: “We want our show to go out with a spectacular bang and Megan is the force of nature needed to get us there”.
At 31 years old, Megan Thee Stallion He continues to show that there is no scenario that can resist him. After conquering the world of hip-hopintroduce ‘Saturday night live’ and appear in films like the remake of ‘bad girls’ (2024)Broadway is the missing step on his ladder of success. This is attested to by the sale of tickets for see the Zidler most empowered in history, who are already flying after the announcement was made public and confirming that, in the ‘Moulin rouge’spectacle and ambition have no limits. Welcome to the new show of Megan Thee Stallionsirs!
