Overview
It's the first Australian-produced show to win the Tony Award for Best Musical. It's based on an adored Baz Luhrmann-directed, Nicole Kidman- and Ewan McGregor-starring film that hit cinemas more than two decades back. With its tale of star-crossed lovers set to a toe-tapping soundtrack, it's been a Broadway sensation. And, since 2021, Moulin Rouge! The Musical has finally been showing off its spectacular (spectacular) delights around Australia — next stop: Brisbane.
If you're as keen to attend the production's River City season as its central duo are about each other (and about professing their affection through song), then you just might be able to nab yourself a cheap ticket. As has happened with Mary Poppins and Hamilton, a lottery is being held for the production's Sunshine State run. Via TodayTix, you can sign up for your chance to score a seat for just $30.
Yes, that figure is accurate. Yes, this is your chance to see the acclaimed screen-to-stage musical for less than the price of a dinner. To take part in the lottery, you will need to download the Today Tix app — which is available for iOS and Android — and submit your entry each week for the next week's performances. The lottery will go live at 12.01am every Thursday morning, starting from today, Thursday, May 4, with winners drawn after 1pm on the following Wednesday. If your name is selected, you'll have an hour to claim your tickets from when you receive the good news.
If you need a reminder, you can also sign up for lottery alerts via Today Tix, too.
Playing QPAC's Lyric Theatre from Tuesday, May 16, Moulin Rouge! The Musical brings to life the famed Belle Époque story of young composer Christian and his heady romance with Satine, actress and star of the legendary Moulin Rouge cabaret. Set in the Montmartre Quarter of Paris, the show is known for its soundtrack, celebrating iconic tunes from across the past five decades. The film was, too; however, the stage version backs up the movie's tracks with even more hit songs that have been released in the 20-plus years since the feature premiered.
Usually, tickets will set you back $89–299 a pop — so the $30 lottery really is an absolute bargain.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will play QPAC's Lyric Theatre in Brisbane from Tuesday, May 16. To enter the Today Tix $30 lottery, download the company's iOS or Android app, and head to the company's website for more information — and to set up an alert.
Images: Michelle Grace Hunder.