The Can Can of Cultural Exchange: Australia's Dance Ties to the Moulin Rouge The sight of a community hall in suburban Melbourne hosting auditions for the world famous Moulin Rouge cabaret troupe might seem incongruous at first.
However, beneath this surface lies a complex tale of cultural exchange that highlights the strengths of Australia's dance training programs.
Nicole Savage, a Brisbane born dancer with over a decade of experience performing at the Moulin Rouge in Paris, now leads auditions around the country as ballet mistress.