Editing Moulin Rouge (section)

===Renewal===
[[File:Moulin Rouge, Paris April 2011.jpg|thumb|The Moulin Rouge, midnight, April 2011]]
[[File:Moulin Rouge in Paris - 3.jpg|thumb|Moulin Rouge entrance]]On 22 June 1951, Georges France, also known as Jo France, founder of the {{ill|Balajo|fr|Balajo}} in Paris, acquired the Moulin Rouge and initiated extensive renovation efforts. Architects Pierre Devinoy, Bernard de La Tour d’Auvergne, and [[Marion Tournon-Branly]] were tasked with enhancing and outfitting the new auditorium. The envisioned décor by Jo France, largely executed by Henri Mahé, a prominent designer of the era, remains intact to this day.

The return of evening dances, acts, and the iconic French cancan marked a revival at the Moulin Rouge. On 19 May 1953, the 25th "Bal des Petits Lits Blancs," organized by novelist [[Guy des Cars]], attracted notable figures such as French President [[Vincent Auriol]] and featured [[Bing Crosby]]'s European stage debut. Between 1951 and 1960, the stage saw performances by renowned artists including [[Luis Mariano]], [[Charles Trenet|Charles Trénet]], and [[Josephine Baker]].

In 1955, Jo France transferred ownership to brothers Joseph and Louis Clérico, proprietors of [[Le Lido]],<ref name="telegraph" /> with Jean Bauchet assuming the managerial role. The tradition of the French cancan continued, choreographed by Ruggero Angeletti. Doris Haug established the "Doris's Girls" troop in 1957, initially comprising four girls and later expanding to sixty.

Transformations in 1959 included renovations to the Moulin Rouge's kitchens, while the introduction of ''The Revue Japonaise'' in 1960 showcased Japanese artists and popularized [[Kabuki]] in Montmartre. In 1962, [[Jacki Clérico]], son of Joseph Clérico, assumed leadership,<ref name="telegraph">{{cite news|url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/culture-obituaries/theatre-obituaries/9812108/Jacki-Clerico.html|archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/20220112/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/obituaries/culture-obituaries/theatre-obituaries/9812108/Jacki-Clerico.html|archive-date=12 January 2022|url-access=subscription|url-status=live|title=Jacki Clerico|work=[[The Daily Telegraph]]|location=London|date=18 January 2013|access-date=24 January 2013}}{{cbignore}}</ref> ushering in an era of expansion with the enlargement of the auditorium, installation of a giant aquarium, and the introduction of the first aquatic ballet. ''The Revue Cancan'', devised by Doris Haug and Ruggero Angeletti, premiered the same year.

Since 1963, following the success of the Frou-Frou revue, Jacki Clérico adopted a tradition of naming revues with titles beginning with the letter F. Throughout these productions, the famed French cancan remained a staple feature:<ref name="Le Moulin Rouge">Jacques Pessis et Jacques Crépineau, The Moulin Rouge, October 2002</ref>
:* 1963–1965: ''Frou-Frou''
:* 1965–1967: ''Frisson''
:* 1967–1970: ''Fascination''
:* 1970–1973: ''Fantastic''
:* 1973–1976: ''Festival''
:* 1976–1978: ''Follement''
:* 1978–1983: ''Frénésie''
:* 1983–1988: ''Femmes, femmes, femmes''
:* 1988–1999: ''Formidable''
:* Since 1999: ''[[Féerie (Moulin Rouge)|Féerie]]''

On 7 September 1979, the Moulin Rouge marked its 90th anniversary, reaffirming its status as a prominent fixture in Parisian nightlife. The celebration featured an array of stars, including [[Ginger Rogers]], [[Thierry Le Luron]], [[Dalida]], and [[Charles Aznavour]], among others. Notable events followed, including a special presentation of the show to Her Majesty Queen [[Elizabeth II]] on 23 November 1981. The venue hosted renowned performers such as [[Liza Minnelli]] in February 1982, followed by gala performances with [[Dean Martin]] in July 1984 and [[Frank Sinatra]] in September 1984. A milestone occurred on 1 December 1986, when world-renowned dancer [[Mikhail Baryshnikov]] premiered an original ballet by [[Maurice Béjart]] at the Moulin Rouge.

In February 1988, despite the original building's destruction in 1915, the Moulin Rouge celebrated its centenary with the premiere of the revue "Formidable," a prestigious event attended by [[Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh|Prince Edward]]. Subsequent events included performances in London and gala celebrations featuring an array of luminaries, including Charles Aznavour, [[Ella Fitzgerald]], and [[Jerry Lewis]]. Over the years, the Moulin Rouge continued to host charitable events, such as the [[Cartier (jeweler)|Cartier]] gala in support of the Artists' Foundation against [[HIV/AIDS|AIDS]] in 1994, and the [[Lancôme]] gala in 1995. The centenary revue "Formidable" concluded in November 1999, paving the way for the debut of the new revue "Féerie" in December 1999.

In 2008, soloist dancer [[Aleksandar Josipović]] served as master of ceremonies at the [[Eurovision Song Contest|53rd Eurovision Song Contest]]. The venue's global reach extended further in February 2009 when it was showcased as part of the Year of France in Brazil and the [[Rio Carnival]] on [[Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro|Copacabana Beach]]. However, on 13 January 2013, Moulin Rouge owner Jacki Clérico passed away,<ref name="telegraph" /> followed by the death of Doris Haug, founder of the Doris's Girls, on 10 August 2014.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.lemonde.fr/disparitions/article/2014/08/13/doris-haug-maitresse-de-ballet-du-moulin-rouge-est-morte_4471162_3382.html|title=Doris Haug, maîtresse de ballet du Moulin Rouge, est morte|newspaper=Le Monde|date=13 August 2014}}</ref> Despite these losses, the Moulin Rouge celebrated its 125th anniversary on 6 October 2014.

On 25 April 2024, the cabaret's windmill blades collapsed onto the street, resulting in damage to the facade. No injuries were reported.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20240425-blades-of-paris-landmark-moulin-rouge-windmill-collapse-1|title=Blades of Paris landmark Moulin Rouge windmill collapse|publisher=France 24|date=25 April 2024}}</ref><ref name="Grdn202404">{{cite news|last1=Henley|first1=Jon|title=Moulin Rouge windmill sails collapse in Paris|url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/25/moulin-rouge-windmill-blades-collapse-in-paris|access-date=25 April 2024|work=The Guardian|date=25 April 2024}}</ref> The windmill was restored on 5 July that year, in time for the [[2024 Summer Olympics torch relay|Olympic torch relay]] that passed through the area on 15 July.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-07-06/iconic-paris-cabaret-club-moulin-rouge-has-its-windmill-back/104067022|title=Iconic Paris cabaret club Moulin Rouge has its windmill back after structure collapse in April|publisher=ABC News|location=Australia|date=6 July 2024|access-date=7 July 2024}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://m.independent.ie/opinion/comment/mary-kenny-paris-may-have-changed-but-2024-olympics-later-this-month-will-no-doubt-show-off-its-modern-charm/a970877267.html | title=Mary Kenny: Paris may have changed, but 2024 Olympics later this month will no doubt show off its modern charm | date=17 July 2024 }}</ref>