MOULIN ROUGE DANCERS
Moulin Rouge dancers are elite, internationally recruited athletes, primarily female, who are required to have extensive classical ballet training and meet strict height minimums (at least 
1.75m1.75 m1.75đť‘š for women and 1.85m1.85 m1.85đť‘š for men). Their demanding daily routine includes rigorous training and rehearsals to maintain their physique and perfect performances, which feature elaborate costumes and demanding choreography like the high-kicking French Cancan. They are known as the Doriss Girls and are recognized for their athletic skill, grace, and glamour.Â
1.75m1.75 m1.75đť‘š for women and 1.85m1.85 m1.85đť‘š for men). Their demanding daily routine includes rigorous training and rehearsals to maintain their physique and perfect performances, which feature elaborate costumes and demanding choreography like the high-kicking French Cancan. They are known as the Doriss Girls and are recognized for their athletic skill, grace, and glamour. Selection and requirementsÂ
- International recruitment: Dancers are recruited from all over the world, with Australia, Great Britain, and France being prominent origins.
- Height and physique: Female dancers must be at least 1.75m1.75 m1.75𝑚 (5′8"5 prime 8 "5′8") and males 1.85m1.85 m1.85𝑚 (6′3"6 prime 3 "6′3"). Their figures are carefully monitored for aesthetic reasons.
- Training: A strong background in classical ballet is mandatory for all dancers.
- Auditions: Openings are competitive, with up to 80 potential candidates for a single audition.Â
Demanding lifestyleÂ
- Daily routine: Their schedule is similar to that of top athletes, involving rehearsals, warm-ups, and daily training to maintain peak physical condition.
- Fitness: Dancers use the Moulin Rouge's fitness facilities and continue dance classes to remain in top form.
- Performances: They perform two shows per night, dancing for about four hours in total.
- Costumes: The elaborate costumes require assistance from dressers for extremely quick changes, sometimes with only a two-minute window between numbers.Â
Performance and styleÂ
- The Doriss Girls: The female dancers are known as the "Doriss Girls," a legendary troupe with a reputation for athleticism and grace.
- Makeup: While dancers apply their own makeup to complement their features, red lipstick and false eyelashes are mandatory for all female dancers.
- Hair: All female dancers are required to wear their hair in a very high bun.
- Choreography: Dancers are skilled in various styles, and the shows feature energetic and demanding routines, including the iconic French Cancan with its high kicks, cartwheels, and splits.Â