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The Moulin Rouge Formidable was a long-running Parisian revue celebrating the cabaret’s centenary. Presented from 1988 to 1999, it featured performances honoring the venue's history and traditions. The show was initially launched as a Royal Performance with Prince Edward, attracting audiences interested in classic French entertainment and the legacy of the Moulin Rouge. It catered to those appreciating historical cabaret and Parisian culture.
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Moulin Rouge Formidable ranks #14 of 283 in the Revue ranking, behind Music Box Revue of 1921, ahead of Friedrichstadt-Palast VIVID Grand Show.
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Why was the Moulin Rouge revue called Formidable?
Formidable was created as the Moulin Rouge's centenary revue, celebrating the Paris cabaret founded in 1889. It continued the venue's tradition of revue titles beginning with the letter F.
When did Formidable run at the Moulin Rouge?
The production opened in 1988 and gave its final performance in November 1999. It was then succeeded by Féerie, another large-scale Moulin Rouge revue.
Was Formidable connected to a British Royal Performance?
Yes, its premiere was presented as a Royal Performance in Paris with Prince Edward as guest of honor. The event linked the centenary production to the cabaret's long history of performances for prominent international guests.
Did La Toya Jackson perform in Formidable?
Yes, La Toya Jackson joined the revue in the early 1990s as a featured attraction. Her engagement placed an American pop celebrity within the Moulin Rouge's established mix of dancers, specialty acts, costumes, and French cancan.
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