Themed parties have become increasingly popular lately. They give more emotions and are an additional reason to get together and have fun. In fact, the topics can be very diverse, it all depends on the desires of the organizers and the interests of the company itself. For example, for young and ambitious young people, devoid of any complexes, the Moulin Rouge theme is perfect. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a French cabaret and endless dance, surrender to passions and forget about time, as well as enjoy expensive alcohol and perfumes with rich sweet notes, this is what modern youth need.
Party scenario in the style of Moulin Rouge
In order for the party to be held in its theme, the first thing you need to do is find a room.
Due to the fact that the usual colors for the Moulin Rouge are red, black and gold, it is better to look for a room as close as possible to these shades, because decorating green or blue walls will be somewhat more expensive and problematic. Finding an entertainment venue in red is not a problem at all, because psychologists say that this particular color can awaken the appetite.
Owners of restaurants and clubs, as well as designers and art directors, readily believe this and find confirmation in their practice. After color, attention should be paid to lighting, whether it is possible to isolate natural rays, how effectively this can be done, and also what is the level of artificial lighting. The ideal option would be to have all kinds of reflectors and lights at different levels. In order to create a feeling of semi-darkness and muffle glare.
The furniture should not be ignored either; it should be as close as possible to the French style. That is, to be not pompous, but sophisticated with carved and flirty elements, but this is already in the ideal case. Also, given a large choice, preference should be given to the room that has a stage, because it is difficult to imagine such a celebration without traditional cabaret dances on the podium.
History of creation
In 1889, the World Exhibition was held in Paris to mark the 100th anniversary of the storming of the Bastille. This not unimportant event became the reason for the opening of the Moulin Rouge, which inspired Joseph Oller and Charles Zidler to create a completely new cabaret. The establishment was designed in the shape of a mill, with rotating red blades. This idea combined an echo of the past, hinting at the proximity of the “Red Light Districts”, which at that time were already famous for the frivolous proposals of Parisian harlots.
The music hall instantly gained its fame; within just a couple of months people were talking about it far beyond the borders of Paris. The regulars were not only representatives of the middle class, the aristocracy and people of art came here to enjoy the relaxedness of the dancers performing frank, temperamental dances that brought them to a frenzy.
Many famous personalities, writer Oscar Wilde, expressionist artist Pablo Picasso loved to visit here. And the famous painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, coming almost every day, immortalized the Moulin Rouge in his works. Even the Prince of Wales graced the increasingly popular variety show with his presence.
It’s not surprising that it was here that striptease was performed at the very end of the 19th century. Fueled by alcoholic drinks, amid noisy shouts and applause, two young models performed the most revealing dance.
Hard times for the cabaret came during the First World War. Fire and destruction forced it to close. But by 1921, having been completely revived, it again received guests.
World stars Edith Piaf, Charles Aznavour, Liza Minnelli considered it an honor to perform on the legendary stage of the Red Mill.
During its entire existence, the music hall only once had to close its doors. In 1981, the entire corps de ballet was invited to the capital of Great Britain - London, the purpose of the visit was to perform in front of Her Royal Majesty Elizabeth II.
How to decorate a room?
As mentioned above, the color scheme comes first. The red color should be deep, rich and languid, so to speak, personifying passion and desire. The golden color is needed to emphasize luxury and high cost; it is better to give preference to a noble shade without adding orange or pistachio. Well, the black color serves as a neutralizer. Red should shine the most; more than half of all decorative elements can be allocated to it. But the rest can be divided between black and gold.
The main decorations should be made of luxurious textiles; satin is best. They can decorate everything you can, from furniture and paths to napkins and bows. The main thing is not to spare the fabric; the larger and more voluminous the elements, the more you will be able to convey the atmosphere of the Moulin Rouge. But we must not forget about the other two colors; if you manage to find a fabric made of black and gold colors, where one is used as a background, and the second performs large elements of the ornament, then nothing can be better if you just add fringe along the edge of the product. But there are also purely decorative elements, let’s take a closer look.
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Paintings - it is better to order large posters separately using pre-selected layouts and place them in carved gold frames. For pictures, you can choose photos of old Paris or scenic moments from French cinema. But here, too, we must not forget about the color, for example, a green lawn near the Champs Elysees will not be suitable at all, only if converted to black and white shades or artificially aging the paper.
Vases with large flowers are an indispensable attribute. Vases can be black, transparent or in the color of aged gold, and flowers can be absolutely anything, but it is desirable that the buds be red in shade and impressive in size. The only rule that is appropriate here is a large number of such vases. It would be nice to make several vessels on the floor, and insert into them, in addition to flowers, feathers or compositions made from them.
Full-length mirrors are not a very important attribute, but simply necessary. No matter how strange the previous phrase may sound, this is exactly the case... In fact, you can easily do without them, but what about luxurious coquettes, for whom it is very important to look at themselves from the outside to make sure that everything is in order and admire themselves once again. Besides, what kind of woman doesn’t like to just hang around the mirror?!
Garlands, rain, beads - just what should be golden in color, firstly, this is the real color for these accessories, and secondly, their gloss and light will add completeness to the holiday atmosphere.
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Show program
Every day, the stars of the Moulin Rouge introduce viewers to their grand Extravaganza. Staged by famous directors Doris Hogue and Ruggiero Angeletti, the play has attracted thousands of fans, having been a colossal success for two decades now, and is gaining an incredible number of conflicting reviews.
The musical features 100 actors. During the performance they change 1000 costumes, music sounds everywhere. An orchestra of 80 musicians and 60 voices performs the timeless works of the great composer Pierre Portier.
The script for “Extravaganza” was recognized as the best and most exciting in the history of the variety show. The plot consists of 5 large productions, they embody all unimaginable fantasies and amaze guests and tourists with their beauty.
Act 1. Moulin Rouge today and yesterday. Viewers will have the opportunity to see the history of Paris in color. Beauties in retro costumes will open your eyes to a magical picture of a dance of half-naked bodies. Act 2. Pirates. The story of a wandering sailor, woven from fairy tales and myths. Here, in a huge aquarium, depicting a Gorgon jellyfish, entangled in snakes, a girl swims, taking her into the world of music and colorful lights. Act 3. Circus. On the stage of the Moulin Rouge - a circus performance! You will see amazing acrobatic performances and of course the magnificent Doris Girls troupe, awakening daring thoughts. Act 4. The whole history of the cabaret. This part of the performance is a tribute to the incredible endurance, beauty and talent of the wonderful dancers. It is in this scene that you will see an incendiary cancan. Act 5. Chicago. And at the end, roller skaters will show amazing elements of acrobatics.
Party Costumes
Costumes. Do not confuse the Moulin Rouge style with a brothel. Although passion and eroticism come first, there can be no talk of vulgarity and accessibility. All costumes should be on the edge, as if a little more and indecent, but this fine line must absolutely not be crossed.
Drawstring corsets work well, but it is better if they have straps or puffed sleeves. Skirts should be very short, but in order not to cross the line of vulgarity, the presence of flounces and “tails” at the back is important. And shorts, too, as short as possible, are not allowed to be tight; it is better if they are made of simple dense fabric that can keep their shape straight or flared. Additionally, you can wear stockings, high-heeled shoes and a hat with a veil.
You don’t need to pay much attention to your hairstyle; let it be disheveled, consisting of curls and strands with chaotic curls. The shoulders should remain as open as possible, and you can cover them with a fur boa. For those who do not really like to expose their body, it is better to give preference to a floor-length dress, but the skirt should be voluminous and fluffy. As for men, everything is somewhat simpler. A classic suit, a snow-white shirt and a modest bow tie will suffice. The height of style would be if you add a tailcoat, a cane, a top hat and a scarlet rose in your breast pocket to your look.
Where is it in Paris and how to get there
The Moulin Rouge is located in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, very close to Place Pigalle. Truly a magical area, beckoning to a world of entertainment, where nightlife is in full swing, where musicians, artists, and painters try to find their inspiration.
Exact address: 82 Boulevard de Clichy (Boulevard Clichy), you can get here by metro, the second line of the Paris metro will lead directly to Blanche station, a little further away there is the Place de Clichy stop, a short ten-minute walk will only lift your spirits, let you feel all the charm and the atmosphere of the previous holiday.
You can get there by bus. Lines 68, 30, 74 and 54 go directly to the Blanche stop. If you decide to use a rental car, follow the exact address and use the Clinchy Montmartre parking lot. Just make a reservation in advance.
Entertainment
In order not to just eat, dance and communicate, it is better to think about a little entertainment, this will add many advantages to the party itself and its organizers, and will also charge the audience with optimism and enthusiasm. You can take part in such competitions as unlacing and lacing a corset for a while, Cancan dance performed by men. But the blindfolded competition always goes off with a bang, without exception. It requires opaque blindfolds; anyone can participate. After everyone is blindfolded, the participants, unwinding on the spot, begin to walk around the hall, whoever bumps into whom kisses him.
Beautiful female bodies in luxurious outfits, moving in the semi-darkness to energetic music - a real pleasure with light notes of eroticism. Such an evening will certainly be remembered by every guest for a lifetime, and will also give a lot of positive emotions, thanks to the fun and lack of inhibitions in a noisy and relaxed company.
Treat
The main thing that should be on the table is champagne. This was the main drink of bohemia of that time. Try to buy a good quality drink. You can also recommend martinis and various liqueurs. Don't skimp on the menu. Treat yourself and your guests to various dishes and delicacies of French cuisine: julienne, French meat, veal stew with pineapple and others. Seafood, for example, red fish steak, would also be appropriate. For dessert, you can enjoy ice cream or pancakes with syrup, fruit with soft whipped cream. A good ending to the festive menu will be a custom-made cake in the style of the event.
Photo of a party in the style of Moulin Rouge
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