Megan Thee Stallion Takes the Stage in Broadway’s ‘Moulin Rouge!’ with a Stunning ‘Savage’ Debut
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Megan Thee Stallion has made her Broadway debut as Zidler in Moulin Rouge! The rapper celebrated this milestone on Tuesday, March 24, by sharing a video of her first curtain call.
In a clip recorded from the audience at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre in New York City, Megan took to the stage in an embellished red jacket, glitzy boots, and a top hat. As she closed the show, she quoted one of her Billboard Hot 100 hits, exclaiming, “I’m a savage” to thunderous applause.
Following her proclamation, she waved to the audience and showcased her signature dance moves before joining the cast for a final kick line. “MY BROADWAY DEBUT AS ZIDLER IN @moulinrougebway,” she wrote in her caption. “So grateful for this incredible cast & crew & everyone who worked so hard to make opening night a success!! HOTTIES IM ON BROADWAY!!”
Megan will continue her role as Zidler on Broadway through May 17, joining a lineage of musicians making the leap into theatre. Notable recent performers include Nicole Scherzinger, who starred in Sunset Boulevard, and Michelle Williams, who currently takes on a lead role in Death Becomes Her.
In addition to her theatre work, the Houston rapper has appeared in screen projects such as Reggie Dinkins and Dicks: The Musical. Her most recent album, Megan, achieved No. 3 on the Billboard 200 in 2024. That same year, she released singles “Whenever” and “Lover Girl,” the latter reaching the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Her excitement about this Broadway debut is evident; details can be found in her recent post on Instagram.
