Megan Thee Stallion wrapped her Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on May 1, concluding a five-week run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre in New York after stepping into the role of Zidler on March 24, 2026.
Quick Facts
- Debut date: March 24, 2026 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre
- Final performance: May 1, 2026 (16 days earlier than originally scheduled May 17)
- Historic role: First female-identifying performer to play Zidler in any Moulin Rouge! production worldwide
- Three-time Grammy winner making her Broadway acting debut
Megan Thee Stallion made history as the first female-identifying performer to play the role of Zidler, formerly played by Tony winner Danny Burstein, not only in the Broadway production but in any Moulin Rouge! production worldwide. The rapper incorporated her own signature style into the iconic cabaret master of ceremonies role.
In an April 27 statement announcing her early departure, Megan Thee Stallion expressed gratitude for the experience: “It’s been such an honor to be part of Moulin Rouge and I’ve met so many amazing people in this theatre! Y’all work so hard and I have so much respect for the dedication, the stamina, the work ethic, the time and the effort y’all put into the work.”
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Understudy Patrick Clanton took over the role following Megan’s final performance. The Broadway production of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, which won the Tony Award for Best Musical, continued performances through August 30, 2026.
Sources
- Playbill — verified final performance date, debut date, Zidler role history, and Megan’s statement
- Broadway.com — confirmed early departure and original scheduled dates
- Moulin Rouge! The Musical official site — production dates and final Broadway performance information
